Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1808-08-30 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[XVITH YEAR.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[No. 1579.]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON TUESDAYS AND FRIDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 1808.
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Poetry.
FOR THE VIRGINIA ARGUS.
MR. PLEASANTS,
Having published in your patriotic paper the battles of Trenton and Princeton, you will now if you please, insert in the Argus, the surrender of Gen. John Burgoyne, who marched from Quebec, with 10,000 men, the flower of the British army, and having moved with great parade as far as Saratoga, surrendered to the American army, (composed chiefly of militia) under the command of Gen. H. Gates. This patriotic song, like the capitulation which it relates, is a precursor to one reciting the surrender of Lord Cornwallis, with another British army and navy, to Gen. Washington, at York Town, in Virginia, which put a period to the war, so very dishonorable to Great Britain, but so highly glorious to America.
As Jack the king's commander, Was going to his duty, Through all the crowd he smiling bow'd, To every blooming beauty.
The city rang of feasts he'd done, In Portugal and Flanders, And all the town thought he'd been crown'd The first of Alexanders.
To Hampton court he first repairs, To kiss great George's hand sir, And to barrange o'er state affairs, Before he left the land sir.
The lower house sat mute as mouse, To hear his grand oration, Whilst all the peers with loudest cheers, Proclaim'd him through the nation.
Then straight he went to Canada, Next to Ticonderoga, And leaving those away he goes, Straight way to Saratoga.
With grand parade his march he made, To gain his wish'd for station, Whilst far and wide his minions die, To spread his proclamation.
To all his steady offers made, Of pardon or submission, Least cruel bands should waste the lands, Of all in opposition.
But ah! the cruel fate of war, This boasted son of Britain, When mounting his triumphal car, With sudden fear was smitten.
The sons of freedom gather round, Their hostile bands confounded, And when they would have turn'd their backs, They saw themselves surrounded.
In vain they fought, in vain they fled, Their chief humane and tender, To save the rest soon thought it best, His forces to surrender.
Thus may America's brave sons, With honor be rewarded, And be the fate of all our foes, The same as here recorded.
NEW YORK, August 20.
In detailing the intelligence we have received, we must give precedence in point of time to the following letter, which was handed to us for publication by a valuable commercial friend, to whom it was written by an American gentleman in Cadiz, his correspondent. It condenses the causes which led to, and the events which have followed the Spanish revolution.
(Mer. Adv.)
Extract of a letter from Cadiz, dated June 14.
"There is not, perhaps, upon record, in the history of any of the revolutions of ancient times or the subversion of the governments of the most enlightened nations of modern origin, one more remarkable than that which has taken place in Spain. It is astonishing that a nation, who once took so distinguished a part in the Empires of Europe, and who spread the terror of its arms, the influence of its religion, and the power of its laws, over the distant provinces of America, and whose immense dominions have always been the cause of jealousy to the neighboring potentes, should have been as it were, paralized by the sudden entrance of foreign troops, and lose in a moment that ancient bravery and heroism which had signalized her national character."
"The causes which led to this primitive prostration of their government, before the ambition of their all-powerful neighbor, is not easily developed or explained. A foreigner in the country, ignorant of the language, and not possessed of authentic sources of information, is unable to state more than what passes immediately under his own observation, and to detail accurately; but it is easy to see the relaxed state of the government, the ease with which
almost all the public officers are corrupted, and the total want of firmness and energy in the lesser officers of government, which would not be the case if the head of the Spanish empire possessed any of the qualities for the head of a great and powerful nation."
"It was about the month of October, 1807, that the French emperor made known his intention of passing troops into Spain, for the ostensible purpose of protecting it from its enemies, and to form the siege of Gibraltar. This, though calculated to excite alarm in the Spaniards, they submitted to; and the politic emperor, having previously drawn out the best troops of Spain to assist him in the conquest of the north of Europe, had no fear of any obstacle to the accomplishment of his wishes, and (doubtless with a view of having troops in the heart of the kingdom) marched an army into Spain, which was received by the Spaniards ( per force ) with the utmost friendship. Another avowed object was the union of his niece with the Prince of Asturias. But, notwithstanding these demonstrations of friendship, it was not difficult to foresee the fate of the monarchy in the enmity of Napoleon to the blood of the Bourbons."
"The abdication of the throne by Charles, and its assumption by Ferdinand, were the effect of the intrigues of Napoleon's ministers. This revolution took place in March, 1808, and is said to be occasioned by the attempt of the Prince of Peace to secure the retreat of the Royal Family to their South American dominions; and the fear of their escape was so great, that 7000 French troops were transported in post-chaises to Madrid to prevent it."
"The mine, so long laid, was at last sprung: the combination against the Prince of Peace openly inflamed the population of Madrid against him and he was taken prisoner, put in chains, and his house and furniture given up to their fury; they even revenged themselves upon his pictures and statues."
"In this state of things Charles IV. abdicated the throne, and Ferdinand VII. was proclaimed king—He was received with great joy by the people; but the event showed either that they wanted attachment to his person, or that he wanted firmness and talents to direct the reins of government."
"At this time the French had a large force in the vicinity of Madrid under the command of the Duke of Berg; and the first exercise of their power was to demand the delivery of the Prince of Peace to the Emperor, on pretence of his being a member of the legion of honor, and therefore amenable only to the founder of that order. This was accordingly done by the royal decree, and Don Manuel Godoi was carried prisoner into France. The emperor then invited the king and his family to meet him at Bayonne, to celebrate the nuptials of his niece with the Prince of Asturias. They accepted this invitation, and left the government of the kingdom to the Infant Don Antonio, brother to Charles IV. It was at Bayonne the fate of the king was sealed. It was, however, necessary to have the Infant Don Antonio at Bayonne as the fear of the emperor was not dormant as long as any of the Bourbons remained out of his immediate power; and it was on his departure that the populace of Madrid arose, and that an alarming riot took place between the French troops and the inhabitants of Madrid, which was quelled by the French with the loss of 1800 men, and perhaps as many Spaniards. This was followed by a severe proclamation of the Duke of Berg, prohibiting the Spaniards from carrying any kind of weapon, and ordering all the inhabitants of Madrid without exception to be disarmed; from meeting in companies of more than eight persons; denouncing severe punishment upon the authors of seditious libels; threatening to burn every village where a Frenchman should be assassinated; and concluded with informing them that as his conduct on this occasion had been lenient, his vengeance in future would be dreadful."
"Whilst these scenes were passing in Madrid, the dynasty of the Spaniards changed at Bayonne, and the crown abdicated a third time in favor of the emperor of the French, who is said to have nominated his brother Joseph king of Spain. Some faint hopes however, yet remain to induce a belief that Spain will not tamely bend her neck to the yoke. The whole province of Andalusia is in arms, determined to resist these encroachments of the French; and on the evening of the 27th May, acc units were received from Seville, a city distant from hence seventy five miles, that the people had risen en masse , taken possession of the cannon foundry and park of artillery, with the deposit of small arms and had beheaded the Count d'Aguiña, their governor, under the impression of his being in the French interest. The people had encamped in the vicinity of Seville, to the number of 45,000 men, and there appointed a new government, chosen from among the different classes of citizens, and called The Supreme Council . Two days previous to this, the enraged
populace seized upon Marquis de Solano, captain general of the province, and massacred him in one of the public squares. On the night of the 29th and the ensuing day, the city was completely in the power of the people, without the sacrifice of any other lives than those of Don Solano, and two of the mob whom they killed, as they were in the act of arresting him. Don Thomas Maria, a man of decided character, is appointed his successor."
"Since this period, every town from Cadiz to Valencia have risen en masse , and a general conscription has been made of every person capable of carrying arms from 14 to 40. As fast as they are enlisted, they are marched towards the Sierra Morena to guard the passes in those mountains, which divide the province of Andalusia from the other provinces of Spain. An armistice for six months has been concluded with the British; and every thing is said to be granted by the Admiral off this port, and the Governor of Gibraltar, which their powers will admit of. Advice has been sent to England by several opportunities; and in a few days Commissioners will be appointed, and invested with full powers by the Supreme Government of Seville, to proceed to England, and adjust a Peace and plan of operations. The blockade of the port is raised; and we are assured that the moment the French fleet in this bay have surrendered, the British fleet will come in, and every thing be put on the most friendly footing between Spain and England."
[The writer proceeds to detail, journal-wise, the proceedings of the Spanish and French fleets in the harbor of Cadiz from the time of their commencement of hostilities until the surrender of the latter.—Not having an opportunity, whilst at Cadiz, of forwarding the above letter to his friend, he incloses it in another from Gibraltar, under date of July 3d, in which he says:—
"We are in hourly expectation of hearing of the surrender of General Dupont and his army, consisting of nearly 9,000 men, within three leagues of Cordova, and 350 miles from Cadiz. This is a division of French troops that were on their march to Seville when the revolution commenced detached by the Duke of Berg from the Grand Army, consisting of about 70,000 men in the vicinity of Madrid. There are now only 3,000 men in the vicinity of the metropolis; the residue of this large army, were detached to take possession of different parts of this country, and were marching with the utmost confidence when the revolution was commenced. Dupont must inevitably surrender, as he is hemmed in on all sides by an army much superior to his own, and without hope of relief. The French army that originally arrived in this country consisted of about 90,000 men, and were in possession of many principal towns. From the immense territory over which they are scattered, without being able to form a junction in season, and making good their retreat, and from the energy with which the Spaniards have acted, there is no doubt but the major part of this immense army will eventually fall into the hands of the Spaniards."
From Gibraltar papers to the 2d July, received at the office of the Mercantile Advertiser, by the ship Ocean.
MORA, (Portugal) June 10. Positive intelligence has been received from Lisbon, that a most all the French troops are moving to different points, and that the remainder, with gen. Junot, are fortifying themselves in St. George's Castle, where they have collected provisions and ammunition. Whatever was in the arsenals they have removed to the forts; and it is even added, that they intend to enter into articles of capitulation with the nation. The few troops which were in Evora, fled off towards Beira, and were very near being attacked by the people in consequence of the threats of the French commander, who was under the necessity of departing without the subsidies which he had demanded. We are informed, that in Beja, all the inhabitants are up in arms, only waiting for the signal to attack, and for somebody to head them.
SEVILLE, June 18. We learn, by several official papers, that the Grand Duke of Berg, has, at the request of the board of Government at Madrid, suspended the march of the French troops to the provinces which have proclaimed Ferdinand VII.
Don Manuel Barnueve Lieut. of the Pa via Dragons, who left Madrid on the 8th instant, and joined our army on the 15th, has communicated the following particulars.
The French garrison in Madrid does not amount to 3,000 men. The Duke of Berg continued in the Monclova, whence he intended to remove to the Retiro, as soon as it should be fortified. Mooncey's division, consisting of 4 or 5,000 men had marched out of Madrid, making enquiries respecting the roads which lead to several provinces, so that its destination is
not known. The division formerly quartered in the Escurial, which had proceeded against Segovia, and was 6,000 strong, was beaten by the Segovians, on the 8th, with a loss of 3,000 men.
One morning, a party of volunteers of Spain, who were in Madrid, having given their bait of corn to their horses, the sergeant ordered the saddle and saddle bags to be put on, and the party to form on the Barley square. He next mustered them, and ordered them to mount, draw their swords and sound a march through Toledo-Porta-street. The French guard at the gate, immediately fell in, and paid them the military honors. The sergeant returned the usual salute, and the party deserted, nor have they been heard of since.
Of the letters by the late Bayonne mail, which reached Madrid previous to the above mentioned officer's departure, Murat had not allowed a single one to be delivered, without excepting even those which were directed to individuals of his own army.
A French Courier from Mazaneres to Madrid, had been intercepted at Madrilejos.
At Mazaneres, there were 300 Frenchmen, who having set out upon their march to Dupont's army, were attacked in Val del Penas, by the inhabitants. After an action which lasted two hours, and in which they lost 150 men, and destroyed almost all the houses, they withdrew to Mazaneres, where they have since been captured.
The Puerto del Roy is guarded by about 3,000 men, and 2 pieces of ordnance are conducting to that point.
PROCLAMATION.
Ferdinand VII King of Spain and the Indies, and in his name, the Supreme Board of Government of Both Empires
The defence of our King and Country, and the happiness of the Nation, have been, are, and shall ever be the only aim of this Supreme Board; for attaining which, it has used its utmost endeavors, and is unremittingly exerting itself, without minding either trouble or danger. In order, therefore, to provide at once for the one and the other, it enacts, and orders as follows:
I. That the enlisting which is to take place, agreeably to a former proclamation, shall include all male individuals from 16 to 44 years of age; but shall be divided into 3 classes; the 1st of Volunteers; the 2d of Bachelors, and married men or widowers without children, and the 3d of married men and widowers with children, and of the individuals who have gone into the four lesser orders, or necessary attendants in churches.
II. That the Volunteers shall immediately begin to move, and march whenever they may be ordered by this supreme Board, or by their respective Boards, or town councils, in compliance with the dispositions of the Supreme Board, that, upon their reaching the place of their destination, they shall be incorporated into the Old regiments, or formed into separate ones, by order of the respective military commanders who are to bear this disposition in mind; and that these volunteers either incorporated, or formed into new corps, shall act in every respect like the old corps.
III. That upon the second call, the second class shall come forward, namely, the bachelors and married men or widowers without children; and that, when at the place of their destination, they shall either be incorporated into the old regiments, or formed into separate ones, after which they shall be held, and shall in every respect, act like the old corps.
IV. That upon the third call, which is to take place, only in cases of such extreme necessity, as shall require us all to sacrifice ourselves for the defence of our country, the third class shall come forward, namely, the married men or widowers with children, those who have gone into the four lesser orders, and such servants of churches as are not indispensably necessary for the public worship; and that, upon arriving at the place of their destination, they shall be incorporated, or formed into new corps, and shall act like the old ones, as is above ordered for the 1st and 2d classes.
V. That the volunteers of the 1st class, cannot plead any exemption; that such as shall be pleaded by individuals of the 2d and 3d class, shall be heard, and briefly and summarily decided upon by the respective boards or town councils, and in this capital by the supreme board without any judiciary forms or costs; and that whenever they shall have declared that the exception is not to be admitted, then decision shall be unavoidably received by every individual preserving the right of appealing to this supreme board, which shall pass its decision according to impartial justice; it being understood that such complaints should be preferred only in serious cases, and for obvious exceptions, and never for frivolous or imaginary ones
the defence of the country, which is in danger, so requiring.
VI. That as nothing ought to prevent the full display of men's zeal for the defence of their country, any one that has received the four lesser orders, or any individual of the class whatever, or any man upwards of 45 years old, that may choose to enlist as a volunteer, shall by all means be admitted, and come forward upon the first call, or join those who have presented themselves in compliance with the same.
VII. The Supreme Board cannot lose sight of the gathering of the harvest, so absolutely requisite for the maintenance and happiness of the people, particularly as God has been pleased, this year to bless us with a most abundant crop; and therefore orders all the individuals of the 2d and 3d classes, to exert themselves, personally and to their utmost, in getting it in, without pleading either rank, or for one, or any other reason as an exception, such as are upwards of 44 years old being thus included—Those who shall comply with this disposition, shall be held and declared to have deserved well of their country, and this Supreme Board expects from the generosity which characterizes all Spaniards, that, instead of availing themselves of the distress of the country to raise their daily wages to an extravagant rate, they will display, upon this subject, the heroic moderation which the country and public happiness require.
VIII. In many parts of the kingdom, the Women used to cut down the corn and to perform several other works in the fields; and in all, most of them can follow that example; this supreme board consequently, advises and orders them to do it under the circumstances in which we are placed; and it will consider and proclaim such exertions on the part of those who comply, as a most essential service done to the country. All the members of the Secular and Regular Clergy can employ themselves in the same manner, thus evincing their love for the king, their loyalty and the lively interest they take in the public welfare; and their heroic example will lay the people, and the individuals of every class, under the necessity of imitating them.
IX. Such women as are prevented, by their advanced years, a weak constitution, or other motives, from rendering themselves useful in the above manner shall employ themselves in making lint, and bandages or other things for the service of Hospitals; and, when made, shall deliver them to their respective Boards or Town Councils. The latter shall send them with all possible speed, to the superintendents of our armies in this capital; draw up returns of the individuals who shall have done these services, and others which have been called for; and forward them to the Supreme Board, which shall afterwards print and publish them, that it may come to the knowledge of all, and that every one may receive the tribute of praise and reward, to which his love for his country shall have entitled him.
X. We are going to fight for the defence of our Country and Religion, and by our actions we are to manifest, that we are indeed Spaniards and Christians. This Board, therefore, directs the armies, the inhabitants of towns, and individuals of all classes to reform their manners, to lead a regular life, and by the practice of every virtue and continual prayer, to endeavor to appease the just wrath of the Almighty. But, above all, they charge and entreat them, for the sake of Our Lord Jesus Christ, to avoid all animosities, and dissensions; and that rising above self interest, they closely unite, and wholly devote themselves to the defence of the King; by which means, this Supreme Board hopes, and indeed is convinced, that God will forgive us and treat us with mercy, and that we shall succeed in preserving our Religion, King and Country, the ruin of which our enemies aim at and would complete, if they should conquer us: a misfortune which this Supreme Board neither does nor can fear. Royal Palace of Alcazar in Seville, June 6, 1808.
(Signed) D. J. BAPTISTA PARDO, and MANUEL MARTA de AGUILAR, Sec's.
NEW YORK, August 20.
London papers of the 22d, and Falmouth papers of the 25th of June, are received at the office of the New York Gazette. They were brought by the ship Maria, captain Havens, arrived at this port yesterday.
These papers announce, that certain information had been received by the Princess Mary Packet, arrived from New York that the Royal fleet squadron, so long withheld from, had arrived at St. Augustine, in East Florida, and landed 4,500 troops!
Sweden—Accounts from Gottenburg state, that the British troops were still on board the transports. Col. Murray had arrived, and was preparing to set off for Stockholm, to arrange the plan of operations. Letters say that the Swedish army had returned from Norway, that the Danes having collected an army of 30,000 men to oppose them in that country. A large quantity of specie had been shipped from England to Gottenburg. Rumors of a negotiation for peace between Sweden and Denmark prevailed at Gottenburg. The Russian minister had been permitted to embark in a Swedish frigate for Russia.
Spain—Gen. Dumontier had certainly offered to take command of the patriotic army in

Spain. A large quantity of pikes and other warlike instruments, and ball cartridges to the amount of 100,000, had been shipped for the use of the Spanish patriots.
Holland. The French in Holland are said to have made an application for a loan, upon which the principal persons said, that it was totally impossible for them, under the interdiction of all commerce, to furnish a guilder; but that their warehouses were loaded with produce and goods which would produce more if they were permitted to make sales and export them.
A camp of 40,000 French troops was to be formed near Berlin. The French say, to ease the inhabitants.
Accounts from Holland state, that above 40,000 French and Dutch troops had marched towards the Rhine; and that a proposition had been made to the king of Prussia to withdraw all the French force from his territories upon payment of a certain contribution.
The French minister for the colonies has sent a messenger to the board of commerce at Bordeaux, ordering that all vessels bound to the colonies, must take on board from 30 to 50 soldiers, according to the size of the vessel, until 10,000 men shall have been conveyed in this manner to the West Indies.
Price of stocks, London, June 22 (noon) - Consols for July 63 3/4 - Reduced 63 3/8 1/2 - Omnium 2 1/4 1/2 pr - Exchequer bills 65 prem - India bonds par.
BOSTON, August 18. Yesterday arrived at this port, the ship Isabella, capt. HIGGINS, belonging to New York, in 33 days from Liverpool. One file of London papers, by this arrival are to July 9, and contain much interesting and important matter. We have made pretty copious extracts this day, and shall continue our selections on Monday. The prominent articles contained in these journals, in letters, and as verbally reported by the passengers, are - That a speedy peace was expected between the Northern powers of Europe, in which England would be included as a friend and ally. That in consequence of this expected event, Russian goods had fallen more than 20 per cent; and colonial productions risen considerably. That an expedition consisting of 180 transports, with 20,000 men, under the command of Sir Arthur Wellesley, had sailed for Spain - That besides the assistance furnished by government, a general subscription of money was raising throughout the united kingdoms to aid the patriots of Spain, in their struggle for liberty; in one of the interior towns it is said £50,000 was subscribed. That Lisbon was again in the hands of the Portuguese - That Joseph Napoleon Bonaparte had arrived at Bayonne, from Naples, and been proclaimed King of Spain and the Indies, by a Council, composed of Deputies, created through the influence and perfidy of the French Emperor - That General Murat, who had commanded the French troops at Madrid, and been proclaimed lieutenant general of the kingdom of Spain, had been compelled to fly from the capital, and seek his safety at Bayonne, where he remained at our last date - That Mr. Canning, on the 23d June, in reply to some observations from Members of Parliament, declared, that Ministers had not received any recent communication from America; that he understood the American cabinet were negotiating on some important matters with France; that while waiting the result of these negotiations, he could only say, it was the wish of His Majesty to be on friendly terms with the United States; and that every thing would be sacrificed in that consideration but the honor of the country - that American and British vessels were in great demand throughout England - That insurance to the United States had fallen to 3 guineas - freights to America, £4 10s a £5 per ton - That many vessels were up, and a number had sailed for Spain and its colonies, with goods, provisions, &c. - and generally, that the present Administration of England, never stood higher in the estimation of the people, than at this moment.
Captain Higgins spoke a vessel from Malta, from which he was informed, that several French ships of war had been seized at Malaga, and other Spanish ports in the Mediterranean.
IMPORTANT DISPATCHES. We understand Dispatches to our government, of great importance, were received by the Isabella. They were immediately forwarded to the Secretary of State.
LONDON, July 5. There is a report very generally circulated, that Negotiations are actually going on between this country, Sweden and Russia - that this is the real cause of the inactivity of military operations in the North - and that in consequence of these negotiations, Sir John Moore and the troops under his command are immediately coming home. So much was this report believed that many of the articles of Russian produce fell considerably yesterday - Hemp fell no less than 10l. a ton, and linseed and tallow in proportion.
A report was yesterday circulated that Russia had declared War against France, and a considerable fall took place in the price of most articles of Russian produce. We should be happy to have it in our power to confirm this report; but it is our duty to state, that no such intelligence has reached this country, at least in any authentic shape. At the same time, we still entertain the opinion which we expressed some days ago, that we should very soon have the satisfaction of witnessing a total change in the policy of the Cabinet of St. Petersburg.
CEN. DUPONT'S ARMY. It is stated in some of the letters which have been received from Spain, that the Patriots made use of an excellent rise de guerre in their attack on Gen. Dupont. A part of the force that attacked that General was composed of Regular Troops, and before the action commenced they changed clothes with the peasants and others, who formed the remainder of the army. This artifice, it is stated, was completely successful, for General Dupont directed his principal efforts against those whom, from their uniform, he took to be regular troops, and had taken very few precautions against those whom he considered to be an undisciplined mob.
he considered to be an undisciplined mob. The consequence was, that his army was thrown into confusion, and completely defeated.
July 8. We have not heard that the dispatches confirm the intelligence of Dupont having been attacked and defeated in the Sierra Morena; on the contrary, it was reported, in our fleet, that he had passed the Sierra Morena, and pushed his advanced posts almost to Cordova. If Dupont has pushed on to Cordova, it should seem as if his intention were to attempt advancing to Seville. The Patriots aware of that intention are sending their force to arrest his progress - they have in Andalusia 60,000 already enrolled, of whom 15,000 are regulars; their head quarters are at Carmona, about 20 miles from Seville, and their advanced post at Ecija - But some persons doubt the truth of the report of Dupont having relinquished the strong position of the Sierra Morena and advanced to Cordova - for his force never was rated higher in the French papers than 20,000, and probably does not amount to above two thirds of that number - He could not expect with that force to make head against the whole Patriot strength of Andalusia.
FROM SWEDEN. We have been favored with the following extracts from the Stockholm Gazette, of June 25: - The first is a report from Field-Marshal Klingsporr, dated Brahestad, June 16. It sets forth, that after col. Sandels had driven the Russians from Rantalahti, Lappavirta, Jorvis, and Warkaus, taken all their magazines and artillery (ninety-nine cannon in all) he proceeded to Koivist, where, after a severe conflict, the Russians were again defeated, when a number of prisoners and considerable stores fell into the hands of the Swedes. Sandels was still pursuing the enemy. His head quarters was at Cuopie.
FROM THE TAGUS. A letter from an officer on board the fleet off the Tagus, of June 13, states - "That an army of 30,000 Spaniards were on their march towards Lisbon; that Ad. Cotton has sent a flag to the Russian Admiral advising him of the events which had taken place in Spain and Oporto, and proposing to accept his surrender, on the condition of his fleet's being restored to the Emperor Alexander on the conclusion of peace; that a body of French troops on their march from St. Tunes to Lisbon, had been surrounded by a detachment of Portuguese and Spaniards, and taken prisoners." - The letter concludes, thus - "We expect to go into the Tagus every hour. I shall probably come home in a Russian man of war" - According to the German papers, the greatest activity prevails in the recruiting of the Austrian armies, and a sort of military reform is announced. The whole army is in imitation of the French, divided into ten divisions, three of which are commanded by the Archdukes of the Imperial house. On the 9th ult. the government issued a proclamation for raising an army of reserve for the defence of the monarchy, at the same time taking care to boast of the friendly relations of Austria towards all the powers of the continent.
Some private letters from Holland mention a report of France having declared war against Austria. Bonaparte feels that he cannot succeed against Spain, he might declare against Austria, in order to afford him some pretext for withdrawing his troops from Spain. The arrival of Gen. Murat at Bayonne is mentioned in various accounts from the continent. The rising of the Catalonians is an important engine in the cause of Spanish liberty - they are a numerous, brave and hardy people.
July 9. SECOND EDITION. Globe Office 4 o'clock. It is confidently and generally reported in the city, that a Treaty of Peace has been signed between Russia, Sweden and Denmark; and that Sir John Moore's expedition was in sight of Portsmouth this morning, steering down Channel for Lisbon. A vessel has arrived at Portsmouth from Bordeaux, but no communication had been allowed between her and the shore when the account came away.
PORTSMOUTH, July 8. The Alcmene frigate sailed this afternoon on the coast of Spain, with money on board, and a Spanish Officer, who arrived from London this morning. She did not take the Spanish prisoners with her, being ordered not to be detained by them, but to proceed immediately.
COALITION AGAINST FRANCE. This idea appears to have taken its rise from the following article in the Vienna Gazette, dated June 3 -
VIENNA, June 8. "It is observed, that the exchange of Couriers with the first courts of Europe is more frequent than formerly. It appears as if important affairs are under consideration; for on the 14th a great conference is to be held, at which the Archdukes are to preside, and all the governors of hereditary dominions, who are now here, are to be present, the result of the assembly is to be laid before his majesty on his arrival. Last night the Archduke John departed hence unexpectedly; it is supposed he is gone to the Emperor. The late events in Spain and the P. pal dominions, have caused a strong sensation, and given occasion to many secrets among the ministers of the different courts residing here. Baron Thugot, known by his influence in state affairs after the death of the Minister of State, Prince Kanitz, who afterwards removed from court, is now returned to one of our suburbs." The following articles relate to the same subject:
A letter received by the last Gottenburgh Mail states that the King of Prussia is understood to have recently had a letter from Bonaparte, advising him to abdicate his throne. Upon receipt of this advice, the Prussian Monarch is stated to have immediately set off for St. Petersburg. Letters from Holland to the 26th ult. were received on Wednesday. They corroborate the above intelligence, and add that Denmark and Russia begin to see the dangerous consequences of their present policy, and are already concerting means to correct the alarming error into which they
have been seduced by the artifices of the common enemy.
The Rosamond cutter is arrived at Heligoland; she has brought dispatches to Government from Vienna, which are supposed to be of the highest importance. The cutter came away in haste, and brought only a dozen private letters. It is reported that the Emperor of Austria has determined to make common cause with the patriots of Spain, and that active preparations had commenced throughout the whole of the Austrian territories. Similar sentiments are said to have been expressed by several other German States, and in Prussia and Holland there is a general feeling in favor of the brave Spaniards.
A Gottenburgh mail arrived the 30th ult. and if the reports prevalent in Sweden be true, the Continent is once more about to rise, and make another effort to recover its independence. The reports are, that Bonaparte has demanded of Austria and Russia their territories in Poland - a demand which they had peremptorily refused, following their refusal with active preparations for war - that Russia was on the point of evacuating Finland, marching her troops into Poland, and offering peace to Sweden and Great Britain.
Summary of Events - A messenger is daily expected from America, with dispatches, which, it is supposed, will be decisive as to our future relations with that country. Mr. Purviance, who had been employed on the occasion, sailed from Norfolk several weeks since in the St. Michael's brig, Capt. Kenyon; but the brig was to land another messenger in France previous to her coming to this country; and it is probable that Mr. Purviance's dispatches may, as on former occasions, be made dependent on the state of the negotiations between General Armstrong and the French government, and that he is detained in France waiting instructions from Paris.
SPANISH STATE PAPERS. SEVILLE GAZETTE.
ROYAL ISLE OF LEON, June 10.
At a quarter past three in the evening of the 9th inst. the batteries on the channel del Provedor opened upon the French Squadron, consisting of three ships of the line and one frigate. Those of the Arsenal of the Carraca, of the Stores, Houses, Magazines situated at the point of the Cantera, followed immediately; and were supported by the Flotilla stationed in the said Arsenal, and by that on the Cádiz Station, which anchored opposite Portus, while the French ships themselves lay in the canal of the Arsenal in such a position, that they were out of reach of the cannon of the Castle, as well as of our own Squadron. The French ships of the line Algesiras, finding herself greatly annoyed by the Mortar Battery of the Cantera, directed the whole of her fire against it, and succeeded in dismounting its ordnance, without killing any of the men. The Gun Boat No. 17, commanded by Enspn (of Frigate) Valdes, and Escaf. (of Mistion) were sunk, but no lives lost, as during the whole of the engagement, we had but three or four killed, and as many wounded. With respect to the enemy, we are unacquainted with the extent of their loss. Their ships have suffered in their hulls, but not in their masts, the Algesiras also having lost her fore-top-mast, and the cross-jack yard. A few shot from the enemy's frigates, fell into the Arsenal, one of which killed one of the slaves. Three reached the Stores, but did no harm; 136, the Magazines, which were empty, and others, various other places. One of the enemy's gun boats blew up, and three boats were lowered from the stern of one of their line of battle ships, but whether with people in them, is not known. The firing on both sides, ceased at 8 o'clock; and, during the remainder of the night, our batteries continued to throw a few shells, and the French did the same, so that it did not appear to be an action, but rather minute guns fired upon the death of a General Officer, until nine this morning, when the engagement was renewed, with greater activity on both sides, to three o'clock in the afternoon, at which time, the Hero, Real's Flag ship, hoisted a Spanish flag in the fore. Upon this, the Prince, one of our ships of the line, hoisted a flag of truce, fired one gun, and sent off her boats. She was an hour and a quarter upon this mission; and, on her return to the Peninsula, she was observed going to Cádiz. Our Gen. was afterwards announced to that city, and is not yet come back (half past nine) so that the result is not known. The firing, of course, had discontinued even since the said hour of three.
This evening, they are erecting a Battery of 8 twenty four pounders, close to the Bridge of the new town, which, in case matters should not be adjusted, will be ready tomorrow morning, and from its advantageous situation, may annoy the enemy very much. The Argus (a ship of the line formerly belonging to the French, who exchanged her for one of ours) also went out of the Carraca, this evening, for the purpose of taking up a favorable position to fire upon them, together with a large Merchantman, within half a cannon shot. The latter is a little below Puntales, and provided with artillery; and it is said, that there are, in both, furnaces for heating red hot balls. The French kept up a very heavy fire during the afternoon, particularly the Headship and the Frigate.
CADIZ, June 14. Last night, it was notified to the French Squadron, that a new Battery of 30 thirty six pounders, and 8 twenty four pounders, was ready to open upon it, within half a cannon shot, in case it should not surrender. This morning at 7, no answer having been returned, the signal for general action was made on board the Prince; upon which the French surrendered at 8. The Officers wanted to fight to the last; but the Crews revolted against them, and compelled them to strike. The General of our Squadron immediately repaired, in his Barge, on board the French Admiral's ship, and returned to his own with the French General. The many vessels which were in readiness, either to give assistance in case of Shipwreck, or to remove the Crews in case they surrendered, went along side the ships of the line, and, in the course of the day, the
latter were manned by our sailors, all the French having previously been removed. The Seamen have been conducted to the four Towers in the Carraca, the Marines to Puntales, and the Officers on board a ship in the Bay, which has been fitted out for that purpose, and is called Panton.
OFFICIAL NOTE.
Of the French Admiral to the Capt. Gen. of Cadiz, at the time of the surrender.
SIR - I am compelled, by the offensive means which you have combined against me, to surrender the ships, without making any further resistance, because I see it is the common interest of both nations that they should not be destroyed. Although your Excellency had not promised me security for both the persons and properties of my Crews, I place too much reliance upon Spanish honor, and upon your excellency's generosity, to be in the least uneasy upon that head.
I wish your excellency may, at first, send but few people to remove the Crews, ship after ship, in succession, to prevent the confusion on which often takes place upon such occasions.
According to the customs of war, I beg you will enable me, or cause me to be enabled, to dispatch an Officer to his Majesty the Emperor, for the purpose of informing him of these occurrences.
I am, Sir, with the highest consideration, your excellency's most humble servant, ROSILLY. On board the Hero, Admiral's ship, in the Bay of Cadiz, June 14, 1808.
PHILADELPHIA, August 19.
One of the good consequences of the embargo.
It is a grounded and important reflexion upon the course of human affairs, that the presence of the materials for the arts and manufactures, always gives rise to the establishment of the arts and manufactures. The fine marble quarries of Greece and Italy, called forth their statuary.
The coal and metals of England gave rise to their cutlery, button making, &c.
The hides and skins of America, gave rise and establishment of their immense leather manufactures.
The furs of America gave rise to the extensive hatters' business.
The rye and Dresden clays, gave rise to the manufacture of Seve and Dresden porcelain.
So is the presence of 70 or 80 millions of pounds weight of American cotton wool, giving rise to a variety of manufactures of cotton in the United States. England has shut our cotton out of the European markets, to prevent the French, Germans, &c. from rivaling the British cotton manufactures. Our cotton will remain on hand, and will prove redundant and difficult to sell. Hence it will certainly follow, that we shall manufacture cotton. The manufacturers, and families of the Eastern and middle states, and the planters of the Southern states will find this suggestion of the utmost importance to them. Every day, in which the British and French orders and decrees, oblige us to continue the embargo, is a day of evil to the British manufacturers, and a day of benefit to our own.
WASHINGTON CITY, August 18.
Copy of a letter to the Editor of the Monitor, from an enlightened and respectable correspondent in Rhode Island.
"Bristol, (R. I.) August 10, 1808.
"DEAR SIR, I hasten to communicate to you the result of the general convention of republicans of this state, held at East Greenwich yesterday, when delegates from nearly every town in the state attended."
"It was unanimously agreed to support the honorable Isac Wilbour and Jonathan Russell, esq. of Providence, for representatives in the next congress. Mr. Russell will likewise be supported to fill the vacancy occasioned by the death of Nehemiah Knight, esq."
"It was likewise unanimously agreed to support Constant Taber, James Helme, James Atkinson, and Benjamin Remington, esqrs. as electors of President and Vice-President of the United States, who have pledged themselves to vote for James Madison as President, and George Clinton as Vice-President."
"The republicans of Rhode Island will unite to a man in support of the candidates proposed, and in my opinion there is no doubt of success."
"In case of Mr. Russell's election, the administration will gain an able advocate; excelled by no one in New England for talents and correct principles."
"I will venture to say, you may be assured that Mr. Madison will have the votes of Rhode Island."
RALEIGH, August 18.
We are concerned to state, that some a treacherous villain shot one of the Newbern Post-Boys (named Wise) on Friday the 5th instant, about five miles below Snow Hill, in Greene county, on his way to this city. The boy was shot about 11 o'clock in the afternoon. The mortal wound, he did not fall from his horse, but said he could have escaped from the mail, if his horse had not wanted spirit. The villain pursued him, and overtaking him, dragged him from his horse about twenty steps from the road, and then made off with the mail, which has not yet been recovered. A person passing the road some time after, heard the cries of the boy, and went to his relief. He said he had been shot by a negro, and that there were two in company. The boy was carried to a neighboring house, where he died that night. Several negroes have been taken up on suspicion, but none has yet been convicted of the offence.
No mail has passed this road since; and if the villains be not secured, we doubt whether any person will be found willing to carry it in future, as the same boy was shot at, and narrowly escaped with his life, a few weeks ago.
Since writing the above, a mail is come in, from which we find there were a number of Bank notes in the mail-bag carried off.
August 25.
The Council of State adjourned on Thursday evening, after determining it to be inexpedient to advise the Governor to make an extra call of the Legislature.
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Some of the editors to the north, seem inclined to usurp the power of dictating opinions upon the subject of Spanish affairs. The remarks of the editors to the south, which are calculated to represent Bonaparte in his true colors of tyranny and perfidy, are classed among the abuses of the press . - We are not surprised that their practice, should, in some measure, correspond with their theory; that while they advocate usurpation in others, they should take a little share to themselves. We should thank these political hyper-critics, for terms that are better adapted to the description of this man, than tyranny and perfidy. We think that the energy of our language, is too weak for the purpose, and they think that we have used too much of it. What other words should we use that are equipollent, and less calculated to jar the nice-tuned feelings of such fastidious editors. How shall we convey the sense of perfidy, without describing its ingredients of baseness and treachery, or shall we, in order to produce an accommodation upon this score, use the poet's phrase, and say, "that it is a deed without a name." The late conduct of Bonaparte appears to derive extenuation, if not justification, from the suggestion, that his conduct is the effect of wise policy, and that the nation he invades, ought not, in fact, to complain, because their political condition may be ameliorated. This is the most unqualified flattery to despotism, and support of usurpation, that we can possibly imagine. If a despot thinks that his neighbor nation is not happy, which he will always think, when his ambition has marked it out as a victim, he has only to subjugate it to a system of his own, to entitle him to the encomiums of wisdom and philanthropy. If an individual, more powerful than myself, should envy me my property, or should think that I did not enjoy it as I ought, he would be extremely wise and benevolent, indeed, if he were to seize it from me, to dispose of it as he should deem proper, for the promotion of my happiness. This doctrine has been canvassed and exposed, in the preceding papers of the Argus of this month, and is almost too ridiculous for consideration.
A Question to Diplomats.
It appears from the late Diplomatic correspondence between our ministers plenipotentiary and the British Commissioners, that the last had agreed to abandon their pretended right upon the subject of impressment , but at the same time they refused that any article to this effect should be incorporated in the treaty. What is the inference to be drawn from the admission of their injustice, & refusal to acknowledge it? Is it evidently that they wished to decoy us with their false honesty and their professed faith, or that they were afraid by the insertion of such an article (which of course would be known to the world) that other neutrals would claim the same immunity, as the one they should grant to this highly favoured nation. If the last was the chief objection, why could not that be removed, by what has been done very frequently, by SECRET WRITTEN articles? Such a proposition never was suggested, and indeed it seems that even the informal understanding is denied by the British commissioners.
Diabolical effect of the Embargo.
The evils of this measure are now finding their way into the sanctorum sanctiorum of Christianity. There was no church on Sunday last, and the crowd who had collected to receive the blessings of the pulpit, trembled for their soon worn soles at the non-appearance of their Redeemer, they could not divine what had become of their Parsons; some suggested one thing, and some another, and all was consternation, until it was gravely concluded by all, that it was no wonder - 'twas certainly the Embargo .
FOR THE VIRGINIA ARGUS.
TO JAMES MONROE, ESQUIRE.
LETTER III.
I am done with what fashionable ambiguity and affected moderation, may term party intemperance and wanton invective. It is frequently necessary, in speaking of public measures and political men, to discard the tea-table delicacy, of using soft, harmonious language, unmeaning in itself, and unfactured in its thought. The party who have most right to complain, will do so with a bad grace, indeed, when they recollect the unmeasured acrimony and abuse, which they have poured forth against the administration. The time is not far behind, when they themselves issued the deepest toned vituperation, against that very sect, which they are now willing to take under their fostering wing. This is, by no means, intended to gild over any thing which has appeared in the course of these letters, and if there are any whom the cap fits , it can only be observed,
"Why let the stricken Deer go weep, The Hart ungalled play, For some must watch, while some must sleep, Thus runs the world away."
The variety of offices which you have filled, and the distinguished purity and patriotism with which you have discharged them, render you an object of no little magnitude to the people. They can, but of course, feel a lively solicitude about you, particularly in these stormy times, to know whether you are unmoved from the old anchor of '76, or whether you intend to sail under the auspices of a deserting crew. They, as yet, entertain no suspicion, although the circumstances which have been sketched, are, perhaps, calculated to produce that effect. They well recollect the period when you were surrounded with a cloud of persecution, and that you beamed forth to the world, pure and unfluctuated. Your diplomatic life exposed you to every species of temptation and seduction, but it only afforded additional evidence of your virtue and integrity. The dangers which are said to be about you, may consist in false distempered reports,

but they are, nevertheless, said to exist. The party, which is supposed to be rising under your influence, may be honest at heart, and upright in their views, but the people do not believe it. It has been also suggested, that you were mixed with the administration, and that of course, you were, or would become its enemy. The source from whence this suspicion arises, has already been touched, and in the course of this letter, will be more fully explained.
My own conviction is steadfastly fixed, not only from a review of your life, but from the most confident assurances, that you disapprove of the minority, and that you recommend the support of the administration and the election of Mr. Madison. Contrary reports have, however, spread abroad with so much velocity, that they are beyond the reach of any oral denunciation, and therefore becomes necessary, that you should step forward yourself, to present the truth, and to convince the people. If these reports had originated from your avowed opponents, the necessity of this measure, on your part, would not be so imperious; because, then, you might safely rely upon your character; but, unfortunately, they are believed to come from those men who seem to think themselves exclusively your friends, and hence, they derive the cast of plausibility. From this reputed connection between yourself and the minority, it has been also deduced, that there must be some political chain that binds you together, and that your fate is, in fact, involved in their own. You may be inclined to think that the temper of the people has become excessively suspicious, but you will find it to be the case in every sphere of human life, that this passion usually exists, in proportion to the worth of the object in view. It ought therefore to be esteemed rather as the evidence of your importance, than any diminution of regard. This, however, looks more like leading to a metaphysical enquiry, than a representation of the times. It is almost impossible that you can consider these statements as a collection of unfounded rumors, merely intended to excite your alarm, and to invite you before the public, although I am well aware that this shape may be given, in order to prevent your disavowal, and to retain the sanction of your name. If any doubt upon this score should arise upon your mind, you have only to consult the temper of the times, and the degree of estimation which the minority holds among the people, and I feel confident, that you will be satisfied that it is not so much fancy, as fact. These circumstances are enough to alarm a character of ordinary stamp, much less one of towering eminence. But, sir, this is not all; there is something more, of a serious and delicate nature, for which you are again indebted to your ingenious and sly-moving friends. The insinuation has been thrown out, if not publicly declared, that the executive of your country considered you mindfully of its interests in the late treaty which you signed, but which was rejected. That they were envious of your popularity, lest you might be brought forward as a presidential candidate, in preference to Mr. Madison, and that, therefore, their base policy was, to make this stroke upon your character. This low and malignant aim at the president, evinces so much deadly and malignant venom, that it must excite your most exquisite feelings of abhorrence, and determine you at once, to fix their fatal embrace. This is the fancied instrument with which they vainly expect to stab the administration, and to excite a rupture between you and them, inasmuch as they will contend that you are dishonored, and that you, in your turn, ought to endeavor to ruin them. For this purpose, and this alone, I believe it is contended, that the treaty ought to have been ratified, as honorable to yourself and beneficial to your country. It is admitted that all persons of candor and intelligence, that you and your brother minister, used every effort, consistent with your situation, and advanced every argument which the powerful union of truth and reason, could suggest, in order to make some suitable provision upon the subject of impressments. That you found it utterly impossible to procure any written abandonment of their injustice, and that they would not accede to the proposition, any farther than an informal understanding, by which it was understood, that although they would not abandon their right by any written article, yet, they would verbally promise not to exercise it. This was the ultimatum which was transmitted to the president, but which, at the same time, you did not expect would be ratified, as appears from your letter to Mr. Madison, wherein you observe, "We stated, however, that we had great reason to believe, that the treaty would not be ratified in its present form, for a cause which was best known to his majesty's late government. We then communicated to him, fully, all the circumstances upon which that remark was founded, particularly the nature of our instructions, relative to impressments." Thus you evinced, in the highest degree, the anxiety of this country, for an amicable adjustment, and so far from incurring the censure of the president, that he expressed his warmest approbation, as appears from a letter of the secretary of state, addressed to you and Mr. Pinkney. "The president has seen in your exertions to accomplish the great object of your instructions, ample proofs of that zeal and patriotism in which he confided, and feels regret, that your success has not corresponded with the reasonableness of your propositions, and the ability with which they were supported."
It is impossible that it can be necessary to urge any thing more than this, to refute the calumnies against the executive, or that any thing more than this, can be required, to justify your late embassy. The administration is acquitted of any improper conduct towards you, and it ought to be expected, on your part, that you should acquit yourself of any improper designs towards them. It is far remote from my intention, to insinuate, that this is expected, or even wished, by the administration, after speaking in such sanguine terms of your zeal and patriotism, but it is fondly hoped, by the great body of the people, for their sake, as well as your own, and for the purpose of paralysing the growth of a party, who, camouflaged, feeds upon the air of that report,
which attaches you to them. The distraction which is fast spreading about, requires the exertions of energy and talents, to suppress it, and as both these qualifications are united in you, and will be greatly assisted by the popularity you enjoy, you stand responsible to your country for the performance of the duty.
The charges which are advanced against the administration, at this late period, when the illustrious man at its head, is about to retire, evinces a long-stifled spirit of resentment and ambition, which have been bosomed until now, from the conviction that he was above their reach. The bow may have been strung, and the aim may have been taken, but they knew too well, that it would strike upon the "woundless air." Hence, it is, that they have waited in ambush, until now, and to take, at once, a bold, determined stand, against the succeeding administration. They calculated to a conjecture, what would be the designs implied to them, if they remained in that state until the new administration commenced, they knew that the affections of the people would follow from one to the other, and that if they became fixed, they could not be dislodged. Their policy has been to wait for this critical time, to give vent to their resentment, in order to tinge the parting administration, that they might consistently give the same coloring to the next.
They may fancy that there is a great deal of political witchcraft in all this, but the people will convince them, that it is something like the children's story of catching birds with fresh salt.
I shall make no apology for having thus intruded upon your attention. It is a political right, which belongs to every citizen; but I assure you, at the same time, that it has not been wantonly used, but purely from good motives, and a deep-felt desire, that you should disperse these little clouds that take their course towards you. They will disappear upon your first dawn before the public, and your popularity, which is now threatened, will become invulnerable.
TIMOLEON.
NORTH CAROLINA ELECTIONS. John Stanly, is elected to Congress from the Newbern district. Archibald McBride, for Fayetteville district. William Kennedy, for Tarborough district. Willis Alston, for Halifax district. Lemuel Sawyer, for Edenton district. James Cochrane, for Caswell district. Joseph Pearson, for Salisbury district.
Appointment by the president of the United States. Gen. John Steele, of Lancaster, collector of the customs, for the port of Philadelphia, vice Gen. Shee, deceased.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman of political intelligence in Vermont to his correspondent in Washington City—dated a few days ago. "I think there is no doubt of governor Smith's re-election, together with a republican legislature; but the federalists are straining every nerve, and leave no stone unturned. There is not a single republican opposed to Madison's election."
Published by order of the selectmen of Boston. TOWN MEETING. At a numerous meeting of the freeholders, and other inhabitants of the town of Boston, duly qualified and legally warned in public town meeting, assembled at Faneuil Hall, on Tuesday the 9th day of August 1808.
and orders of council are enforced; and confidently believe that the president of the United States, without our interference, will remove the embargo, as soon as it can be done with safety. In this view we are fully supported by the opinions of many of the most respectable and wealthy merchants in Salem.
We are also apprehensive that the measure recommended, would be attended with no salutary effects, but rather tend to embarrass the government, excite irritation, and promote division, already too apparent. We do not therefore deem it our duty, to call the inhabitants of Salem together to deliberate on the subject, unless urged to the measure by our own townsmen, according to the provisions of the law.
We are respectfully, your friends, and humble servants. JOHN HATHORNE, MOSES TOWNSEND, GEO. S. JOHONNOT, JOSEPH ROPES. Salem, August 12, 1808.
The selectmen of Marblehead have followed the example of those of Salem, in refusing to call a town meeting to consider the Boston petition to the president for raising the embargo.
Portsmouth N. H. August 16. Our paper is this day enriched with president Jefferson's answer to the address of the legislature of New Hampshire, which passed at their last June session, and was forwarded by his excellency the governor, immediately afterward.
August 2, 1808. Sir, I received in due time your favor of June 24, covering the address of the house of representatives and senate of New Hampshire, and I ask leave through the same channel, to return the enclosed answer to be communicated to them in whatever way you think most acceptable. Highly gratified by this approbation of the legislature of your state as it respects myself personally, at the moment, at which it is expressed, gives it peculiar value, as a public document. It is the testimony of a respectable legislature in favor of a measure submitting our fellow citizens to some present sufferings, to preserve them from future and greater; and cannot fail to strengthen the disposition to maintain it, which I am happy to perceive is so general.
I tender my affectionate salutations and with every wish for your health and happiness, the assurance of my high respect and consideration. TH: JEFFERSON. His excellency governor Langdon.
To the Legislature of New Hampshire. In the review, fellow citizens, which, in your address of the 14th of June, you have taken of the measures pursued since I have been charged with their direction, I read with great satisfaction and thankfulness the approbation you have bestowed on them; and I feel it an ample reward for any services I may have been able to render.
The present moment is certainly eventful, and one which peculiarly requires that the bond of confederation connecting us as a nation should receive all the strength which unanimity between the national councils and the state legislatures can give it. The depredations committed on our vessels and property on the high seas, the violence to the persons of our citizens employed on that element, had long been the subject of remonstrance and complaint, when, instead of reparation, new violations of wrong are issued subjecting the navigation to general peril. In this state of things our first duty was to withdraw our suffering citizens and property from abroad, and to keep at home resources so valuable at all times, and so essential, if resort must ultimately be had to force. It gives us time too to make a last appeal to the reason and reputation of nations. In the mean while I see with satisfaction that this measure of self defence is approved and supported by the great body of our fellow citizens, that they meet with cheerfulness the temporary privations it occasions, and are preparing with spirit to provide for themselves those comforts and conveniences of life, for which it would be unwise even more to recur to distant countries. How long this course may be preferable to a more serious appeal, must depend for decision on the wisdom of other legislatures; unless indeed a return to established principles should remove the existing obstacles to a peaceful intercourse with foreign nations. In every event, fellow citizens, my confidence is entire that your resolution to maintain our national independence and sovereignty will be as firm as it has been forbearing; and looking back on our history, I am assured by the past, that its future pages will present nothing worthy of the former.
I am happy that you approve of the motives of my retirement. I shall carry into it ardent prayers for the welfare of my country, and the sincerest wishes for that of yourselves personally. TH: JEFFERSON. August 2d, 1808.
Extract of a letter to a public officer in the United States, dated "LONDON, June 3, 1808. "Sir, I have it from respectable authority, that orders have been given by this government to the different collectors or customs attached to it, to receive without difficulty, and to give in fact every facility to vessels from the United States, that may arrive during the continuance of the embargo, without having regular papers. It is my duty also to state, that plans are now forming to endeavor to have vessels loaded with flour, beef, pork &c. &c. at various ports, and especially at New York."
[The information contained in the above extract, is given to our readers, with the consent of one of the most respectable gentlemen in this city.] [Pub. Adv.]
AN ATROCIOUS MURDER COMMITTED; AND THE MURDERER FLED FROM JUSTICE. On the 14th of July, 1808, Gardiner Mays, late of the county of Pittsylvania, committed a wilful, horrid, and unprovoked murder, on the body of Robert Wynn, then a Deputy Sheriff in the county aforesaid, and in the execution of the duties of his office, as such, at the time the murder was committed. Mays the murderer has fled from justice—William H. Cabell governor of the commonwealth of Virginia, by Proclamation, bearing date the 27th of July, 1808, has offered a reward of $200 to any person who may apprehend the said Gardiner Mays, and
carry him before any justice of the peace, for the county of Pittsylvania, that such proceedings may be had against him, as are prescribed by law. The sum of $510 has been raised by voluntary subscription, by the inhabitants of the county of Pittsylvania, and is hereby offered as an additional reward, by the said individuals, to any person or persons who shall apprehend and carry the said Gardiner Mays before some justice of the peace for the said county. The subscription paper is in the hands of Mr. William Yancey of the county of Pittsylvania, a gentleman of respectability, who will be responsible for its delivery.
N. B. Gardiner Mays is from 40 to 45 years of age, five feet, from three to five inches high, close, stout, and strong made, particularly in the body, in which he is longer than usual for men of his height, his arms are stout, his thighs short and small compared with his body; his legs short and well proportioned, his face a little prominent, with strong full beard—his nose large, and a little swelling from the forehead to the end, where it appears quite full. On close observation his eyes may appear rather nearer together than usual, and it is believed there is a small blemish in one of them, perhaps the left. His hair is dark colored and short; he has been used to labor, and is of a complexion common to men of that description. It is thought by some that there is a scar on some part of his face; though if that or the blemish in the eye are not positive. Among his wearing apparel is a blue or drab cloth suit, lined with red flannel; a Virginia cloth coat, with black buttons, button holes and black silk cape; a pair of white cassimere pantalettes and waistcoat. He occasionally carries a large butcher knife under the breast of his coat, ground to an edge on the back, so as to represent the blade of a dirk.
It is hoped that the atrocity of this murder, the uncertainty to what place the murderer will fly, and the strong demand which just a man on him, will be a sufficient apology for requesting the editors of newspapers throughout the United States, to give this publication a place in their respective papers.
Last Night but One. FOR THE BENEFIT OF MISS MINIGUI-NA & THE LITTLE AMERICAN. Mr. Manfredi Will perform to-morrow evening, Aug. 31, 1808, with and without the balance of the Tumbling and Feats of Activity; the Pyramids, &c. &c. &c. and hopes by his exertions to merit the public patronage. HE WILL ALSO PERFORM A NEW PANTO- mime, called Harlequin Transformed into a Bull Dog.
Clown, Mr. Manfredi. Columbine, Miss Catherine. Old Man, Mr. Coquet. Magician, Mr. John. Harlequin, Master Glorious. The performance to commence at half past 7 o'clock precisely. Tickets half a dollar. August 30, 1808.
IN pursuance of a deed of trust executed to the subscriber by John P. Shields and Jane Crawley his wife, to secure the payment of a certain sum of money therein mentioned, due to Henry Cary, will be exposed to sale, for ready money, on the 17th day of September next, a very valuable Tract of Land, containing one hundred acres, lying on each side of the turnpike road, about 9 miles from the Town of Manchester, and known by the name of SALLEE'S HILL, on which there is supposed to be coal; or so much thereof as will be sufficient to meet the intention of said trust deed, and costs of said sale. Beverly C. Stannard, Archibald Woolridge, Trustees. Chesterfield, August 27, 1808. tds.
Advertisement. I wish to sell my Interest in the LOT, which I occupy; It is subject to a yearly rent of 5 dollars, for each foot in front. The improvements need not be described, because the purchaser will necessarily view them. The situation is on the Cross Street, leading to the Basin, a Blacksmith shop is attached. It is my intention to remove to the Western Country. The terms of sale will be made known by the Subscriber, at any time, but the sale will be public; on the 15th of September next. James Lynch. Richmond, 30th August, 1808. tds.
FOR SALE, THAT VALUABLE Coal Estate, In the State of Virginia, Chesterfield county, twelve miles above Richmond, known by the name of RAILEY'S PITTS. It is useless to mention the superiority of the coal, or situation of the works, as it is presumed no person will purchase without viewing the premises. A part of the money will be required in hand—considerable credit will be given for the balance on bond with approved security. Any person inclined to purchase will be met on the premises in all October next, by one of the owners duly qualified to treat for the same. There has been raised at these pits by Messrs. Nicolson and Heth, upwards of 400,000 bushels of coal in one year, and the body of coal at present very extensive. August 25, 1808. (3w.) The Editors of the National Intelligencer, Boston Chronicle & Petersburg Intelligencer are requested to insert the above two weeks, in their respective papers, and forward their accounts to this office for payment.
BY LAST EVENING'S MAIL.
NEW-YORK, August 25.
Mr. Brumfield, a passenger in the Mary, from Liverpool, is the bearer of dispatches from Mr. Pinkney, to our government. The Mary sailed from Liverpool on the 10th of July, and does not bring so late news as the Isabella, arrived at Boston.
On Sunday arrived at Boston, the Brig Mercury, capt. Bradford, 52 days from Alicante, and 40 from Gibraltar. The accounts by this arrival are not so important or particular as were to be expected. He brought no papers from the latter place; but reports verbally, that the French were still in possession of Barcelona; though a party of about 1000, who were ordered from that city into the country, were met with by the Spaniards, and entirely cut to pieces; that Dupont's army from Madrid, had been wholly destroyed, with the loss of 7000 Spaniards; that the French Consul at Madrid, with several French merchants, had been massacred by the populace; that the French were compelled to fly from every part of Spain; that the spirit of resistance to French aggression was universal throughout the country; and that but one sentiment appeared to prevail among the inhabitants. To live free or die.
WASHINGTON CITY, August 26.
It is stated in the Boston Repository that important dispatches received by the Isabella, were immediately forwarded to the Secretary of State. We understand that no dispatches per the Isabella had been received in the city last night.
Extract of a letter written by a gentleman from the city of Santo Domingo. "I have lately arrived from Santo Domingo. During my stay in that city, the papers of the ship Robbiana came to hand, for the purpose of having the cargo condemned. The general (Fernand) sent to me to know the state of the property, and after a little conversation on the subject, directed me to inform the owners that he would order the French agent in Cuba to arrest all the property sold or not sold, and to hold it in the name of the government until claimed by the proper owners. Both privateers are ordered to be arrested, their commissions to be returned, and the captains to be imprisoned. The general is much displeased with the conduct of the privateersmen."
Several journeymen tailors at York, in England, had been sentenced to six weeks labor in the house of correction, and the castle, for combining to raise their wages!!! Aurora.
LEXINGTON, August 6.
THE ELECTION. On Monday last, the general election commenced in this state, for Governor Lt. Governor, and members to the state and national legislatures. It is impossible for us at this time, to give a general enumeration of the votes given for governor—but from every information which we have been enabled to collect, there can exist very little doubt of the election of General Scott, by a large and respectable majority.
JUST RECEIVED, And for sale, by the subscribers,
Imperial, TEAS, Gunpowder, In small boxes, of Yung Hyson, & a superior quality. Hyson Skin, Hyson Tea, in lead caddies, 2 1/4 lbs. each. Old Jamaica, An- tigua, W. India, and N. England 20 lbs Prime Green Coffee. Jamaica Sugar, in bbls. Habben's double refined Havanna SUGAR. 15 lbs. MOLASSES. Fresh RICE in tiers. Best SPANISH SEGARS, wholesale and retail.
A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF Paints, Oil Spirits Turpentine, Shoes Hardware, &c. ALSO— Daily expected, by the schooner Manchester, Storer, 10 blds. Antigua RUM, and SWEET OIL in cases of 30 bottles each. BRYSON & PARKHILL. August 26, 1808. m.
FOR FREIGHT, TO N. YORK, THE SCHOONER Rising States, Jeremiah Burrows, Master. Intended as a constant trader, a remarkable fine vessel, will carry about 1200 bbls. She will be ready to receive a cargo the 1st September. For particulars, apply to the master, on board, or to
JOB GREENE. Landing from on board the Rising States, 40,000 feet Northern Pine Boards. A small quantity of Cheese. A few bags hard shell Almonds, and, One barrel Orange Juice. Apply as above. August 26, 1808.
The Noted Imported Horse KNOWSLEY, WILL stand the fall season at my stable in the upper end of Charlotte County, to be let to owners at Ten Dollars the season, to be paid by the 1st day of March, or Twenty Dollars by insurance. The season to commence the fifteenth inst., and expire the first day of November. No responsibility for accidents. Martin Hancock. August 15, 1808. 3w.
KNOWSLEY will stand at the above place the next ensuing season in 1809. The terms, &c, will be made known in due time. M. H.
BY virtue of a power of attorney executed by John Tinsley to the subscriber, WILL BE SOLD FOR CASH, on the premises, on the first day of September next, A Lot of Brick House On Shockey Hill, adjoining the one at present occupied by said Tinsley. It is a desirable situation for a small family. John F. Price. Richmond, 20th August, 1808. tds.

Mount Comfort, FOR SALE.  SITUATED on Rappahannock in the county of Essex, within fifteen miles of Tappahannock and about the same distance from Urbanna and King and Queen Courthouse and very convenient to the post office at Montague's Tavern—there are upwards of one hundred and fifty acres of land attached to this seat, a considerable part of which is wood land and heavily timbered—The improvements are a dwelling house, forty feet by eighteen, a Kitchen, Smoke-House, Stable, Ice House, &c on the Hill—And on the river bank a store house, with a commodious Store and Counting Room and an excellent Granary—all of which—except the Stable—have been recently built. Mount Comfort commands as good, if not the best view of the river of any seat on the Rappahannock, and the best fish and oysters may be had at the door with very little trouble—It is well calculated for a merchant, being in a populous and wealthy neighborhood, where it is believed five or six thousand pounds worth of goods might be retailed annually—it would also be a convenient stand for a professional character—I would either sell on credit if the payments can be agreed on, or exchange for other lands without improvements.  For further particulars apply to Reuben M. Garnet, or to  Carter Wood, Mount Comfort, if  June 1, 1808
MATTRESSES OF ALL SIZES AND KINDS. MADE and repaired, agreeably to order, in the large wooden house opposite the Old City Tavern, two squares below the market bridge, Richmond.  J. S. Pleasants. May 31, 1808
I AM desirous to exchange the following property, or any part thereof, as may be agreed on, for a small tract of good land, in a healthy situation, with a dwelling house and other improvements a good spring of water, and an agreeable neighborhood, at a distance of 30 to 100 miles up the country—To say for Houses in this city—Lands in Henrico county, joining the academy lands, and near this city—2,000 acres on Richland creek, in Lincoln county, Kentucky—1,000 acres on the waters of the Ohio, in Mason county—and two tracts of Military Lands on the river Tennessee, each 856 2/3 acres.  Robert Mitchell, Richmond, Feb. 6, 1808
Gallego, Richard & Co. HAVING NO LONGER ANY CONCERN IN THE  Columbian Mills, COMMONLY CALLED  ROSS'S MILLS, Inform their friends and the public in general, that any WHEAT sent to them by water from the upper country, will be received at THEIR MILLS ON THE CANAL; and any wheat sent them by LAND, will be received at a convenient lumber-house contiguous to their counting room.  Richmond, July 11, 1808
TO RENT And possession given the first day of October next,  The Tenement, OCCUPIED by Alexander Plainville, next door below Samuel Pleasants' Book-Store. For particulars, apply to  WILLIAM COOK. Richmond, 1st July, 1808
BOARDING HOUSE. Mrs. Judith Nelson HAVING taken the tenement belonging to Mr. William Price, lately occupied by Mr. McCaw, on the street leading from the capitol, has opened a BOARDING HOUSE, where she will take gentlemen, ladies and children, to board and lodge by the day, week, month or year. She has excellent servants, and assures those who may become her boarders, that no exertion shall be wanting to give satisfaction.  Richmond, 24th July, 1808
To Aaron Burr, Esq. SIR,  TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of a commission from the county court of Henrico, I shall proceed on the first Monday in October next, between the hours of eight in the forenoon and six in the afternoon, and between the same hours of each succeeding day, until the whole testimony is taken, at Gwathmey's tavern, in the town of Louisville, Kentucky, to take depositions to be read in evidence in a suit depending in said court, in which I am plaintiff and you are defendant.  Your ob't. serv't. HENRY SCHROEDER. August 3, 1808.
To Aaron Burr, Esq. SIR,  TAKE NOTICE, that by virtue of a commission from the county court of Henrico, I shall proceed on the first Monday in October next, between the hours of eight in the forenoon and six in the afternoon, and between the same hours of each succeeding day, until the whole testimony is taken, at Wilson's tavern, in the town of Lexington, Kentucky, to take depositions to be read in evidence in three suits depending in said court, in which I am plaintiff and you are defendant.  Your ob't. serv't. ROBERT MILLER. August 3, 1808.
Notice. A PETITION will be presented to the General Assembly, at their next session, praying that the width of certain streets on Shockoe Hill may be reduced to sixty-six feet.  August 10, 1808.  FOR SALE AT THE ARGUS PRINTING-OFFICE,  THE TRIAL OF THOMAS O. SELFRIDGE, ATTORNEY AT LAW, FOR KILLING CHARLES AUGUSTIN. On the Public Ex-hang. in Boston, August 4th, 1806.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia,  A PROCLAMATION.  WHEREAS it appears to the executive by an inquisition held in the county of Northumberland, on the 21st day of September, in the year 1806, before John H. Fallin, Esq. coroner for the said county, that on the 2d day of the said month of September, in the year aforesaid, a certain George Gordon, late of the county aforesaid, stands charged with the murder of a certain negro slave named Bartley; and it appearing that after the perpetration of the said murder, the said George Gordon did immediately, and doth still fly from justice; 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 to any person or persons who shall apprehend and convey before some justice of the peace for the said county of Northumberland, the said George Gordon, that he may be dealt with as the law directs. And I do moreover hereby enjoin all officers civil and military, and exhort the good people of the commonwealth, to use their best endeavors to apprehend and convey as aforesaid, the said George Gordon, that he may be dealt with in the manner which the law in such cases prescribes.  Given under my hand, with the seal of the (L. S.) commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 5th day of August, 1808.  Signed, Wm. H. Cabell.
George Gordon is about five feet eight or ten inches high, is stout made, has light colored hair, blue eyes and a down look when spoken to—it is believed that he is frequently lurking in the county of Saint Mary's, Maryland. The editor of the National Intelligencer is therefore requested to insert this proclamation in that paper for two weeks.
NOTICE. WHEREAS Mr. James Fisher, by a deed executed on the first day of July, 1808, and recorded in the county court of Henrico, has assigned to the subscriber as trustee for certain of his creditors therein named, the whole of his estate of every description, (except his household furniture, and some few debts transferred by him as trustee, subsequent to the execution of said trust, as will more fully appear by a reference to the schedule annexed to said deed;) consisting of some lots in the city of Richmond together with all his bonds, notes and accounts—This is therefore to give notice to the debtors of the said James Fisher, that all judgments obtained where the money has not been paid, all suits now depending in the courts of this commonwealth, or elsewhere, all monies in the hands of attorneys, sheriffs or others, which may have been collected by virtue of any suit, debt or demand of the said James Fisher; that he is the only person authorized to receive such debts and demands and grant such acquittances and make such compromises as he may deem most advisable for the interest of said creditors.  A hope is therefore cherished, that every effort on the part of said debtors, will be made, in order to a settlement of their balances, and every indulgence will be given by him to those who manifest such a disposition.  And whereas it is stipulated by the contracting parties to said deed, that certain creditors of said James Fisher, who from absence or other causes, could not signify their wish of becoming parties thereto, now, be it understood that if they do within sixty days, from the said first day of July, 1808, sign the said deed, then in that case, they are to be considered entitled to their respective proportion of such money as shall be collected from the sale of property and collection of debts—otherwise, if they do not, within the time specified, make known their determination by subscribing to the terms agreed upon in the said trust that he the said trustee shall pay over such sums as they would have been entitled to if they had acceded to the said James Fisher.  Edw'd. W. Trent. 28th July, 1808.
Boarding, Lodging & Entertainment. THE subscriber will commence keeping a boarding-house on the first day of September next, in the month of September next, in the commodious and conveniently situated house at present occupied by Major James Gibson on the main street, opposite to Harries's brick buildings, where she will accommodate ladies and gentlemen by the day, week, month, quarter or year with gentle board, lodging and entertainment. No exertions shall be wanting on her part to give satisfaction to those who will favor her with their company.  Anna Byrd. Richmond, August 3, 1808.
THE subscriber , in Lee county, wants to engage to furnish the government with four thousand weight of the best kind of  GUN-POWDER, On a very short notice. If Satt. Petre is preferred, either crude or refined, I will furnish a large quantity of that article and deliver it any where, provided that the price will justify the business. I hope that any gentleman authorized by the President of the United States, will inform me by letter, how a contract can be effected, what price is given and where to be delivered.  HIRAM CRAIG. August 10, 1808.
Just received and for Sale, At the Bookstore of S. PLEASANTS, JR. RICHMOND, VOLUME TWO, OF The American Register, Price 3 Dollars and 25 Cents.  The first volume of this work has been so long before the public that its merits are too well known to need any encomium. It may not however, be improper to observe, that it contains a very complete History of the Political Occurrences and Transactions both Foreign and Domestic, of the last year; a sketch of American and British Literature—and a valuable collection of State Papers, both American and European, besides a number of Miscellaneous Articles.  Perhaps no other publication in this country, condenses so much historical information in the same limits; and being an annual publication, it is presumed that it will be deemed a necessary addition to every well furnished library.  6w
Penitentiary Store. SHOES at the Manufacture of the Penitentiary have been lately REDUCED, considerably below their former prices.  D. J. BURR, Agent. 10th May, 1808.
THE Virginia Almanack, FOR THE YEAR 1809: Which will contain, in addition to the Astronomical Calculations by Benjamin Bates, a great variety of useful and entertaining matter.  A liberal discount will be made to wholesale purchasers.  Notice is hereby given, THAT a memorial will be presented to the ensuing General Assembly, praying a reconsideration of the claim of Henry J. Arnold, and the restoration of the property escheated to the commonwealth, which was left by William F. Ast, dec. his uncle, who died intestate.  Richmond, August 20, 1808.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia,  A PROCLAMATION.  WHEREAS it appears to the executive from an order made at the October term, 1807, of the district court at Winchester, duly certified by the clerk of said court, that Jacob Ockerman, who was examined for murder in the county court of Shenandoah, and adjudged by that court to be hanged in the district court, and entered into recognizance to appear in the said district court, on the first day of the term, and against whom the grand jury found a bill for murder, failed to appear, and is going at large; I have therefore thought fit, by and with the advice of the council of state, to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of one hundred dollars to any person or persons who shall apprehend and convey the said Jacob Ockerman before some one or more of the justices of the peace in and for the county of Frederick, in which county the jail of the said district court of Winchester is situated, that he may be dealt with as, in such cases, the law directs. And I do moreover enjoin all officers, civil and military, and exhort the good people of this commonwealth, to use their best endeavors to apprehend and carry before some one or more of the justices of the peace in and for the aforesaid county of Frederick, the said Jacob Ockerman, to be dealt with according to law.  Given under my hand with the seal of the (L. S.) commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 19th day of July, 1808.  Signed, Wm. H. Cabell.
Electoral Ticket. THE following is the Madisonian Electoral Ticket, republished for the information of the citizens of Virginia:  Joseph Godwin, sen. Nansemond. Benjamin Harrison, Prince George. Edward Pegram, sen. Dinwiddie. Richard Field, Brunswick. Col. Thomas Read, Charlotte. Joseph Eggleston, Amelia. Hugh Nelson, Albemarle. Col. George Penn, Patrick. Philip N. Nicholas, Richmond City. Judge Spencer Roane, Hanover. John Roane, King William. Robert Taylor, Orange. Gustavus B. Horner, Fauquier. Robert Nelson, York. Mann Page, Gloucester. Richard Barnes, Richmond County. John T. Brooke, Stafford. Hugh Holmes, Frederick. Osborne Sprigg, Hampshire. James Allen, Shenandoah. Archibald Stuart, Augusta. Andrew Russell, Washington. Gen. John Preston, Montgomery. William McKinley, Ohio
William Lownes, RETURNS his thanks to his friends and the public generally for their liberal encouragement, and hopes his assiduity to business and punctuality will entitle him to a continuance of their favors. He has removed to the corner immediately opposite the Bell, formerly occupied by S. Grandland, where he in ends carrying on the Book-binding business in all its variety and in the most modern & fashionable style, with punctuality, neatness and dispatch.  Printed books bound in the most elegant manner in Morocco and Calf skin, full gilt and lettered; also in sheep skin, gilt, lettered and plain. Blank Books of every description ruled to any pattern and bound with the latest improved spring or patent backs.  Orders from the country will be thankfully received and punctiliously attended to. Old books rebound.  N. B. An appraise will be taken to the Book Binding business, if immediate application be made, with good recommendations.  August 23.
IN THE PRESS And shortly will be published by the printer hereof,  The Virginia Almanack, FOR THE YEAR 1809: Which will contain, in addition to the Astronomical Calculations by Benjamin Bates, a great variety of useful and entertaining matter.  A liberal discount will be made to wholesale purchasers.  Notice is hereby given, THAT a memorial will be presented to the ensuing General Assembly, praying a reconsideration of the claim of Henry J. Arnold, and the restoration of the property escheated to the commonwealth, which was left by William F. Ast, dec. his uncle, who died intestate.  Richmond, August 20, 1808.
To be Sold, On the premises on Monday the 5th day of September next, to the highest bidder, on a credit of twelve months, between the hours of 12 and 1 o'clock,  A House and Lot, in the city of Richmond, on the cross street near the courthouse, and adjoining William Davidson, which said house was lately occupied by George Quick, now deceased. Bond and good security will be required, by  William Lyne, Ex'or of John Lyne. August 19, 1808.
Military Lands IN THE STATES OF OHIO AND KENTUCKY THE subscriber has for SALE, sundry valuable tracts of LAND, on the waters of the Miami and Scioto rivers, state of Ohio. Also, on the waters of Cumberland and Green rivers state of Kentucky, which will be sold low for cash or good bonds—For further particulars enquire of William Price, register, who has the title papers, or to  William Du-Val. Buckingham, January 30, 1808.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of DANIEL TURNER, deceased, are hereby requested to make them known to the county court of Caroline, on or before the second Monday in October next, as the court will, on that day, proceed to make an order for the distribution of said estate, and this advertisement will be plead in bar to the recovery of any claims that may be thereafter exhibited.  Philip Samuel, D. S. for John T. Woodford, S. C. C. and committee administrator. July 25. wt 10 O.
Blank Notes AND POWERS OF ATTORNEY, used in depositing stock in the Bank of Virginia, for sale at this office.
By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia,  A PROCLAMATION.  WHEREAS it appears to the Executive by an inquisition taken before William White and James M. Williams, gentlemen, justices of the peace for the county of Pittsylvania, that an atrocious murder was committed on the 14th day of the present month, by a certain Gardiner Mays, late of the county aforesaid, on the body of Robert Wynn, who it appears was late a deputy sheriff for the said county and in the execution of the duties of his office as such, when the said murder was committed, and that the said Gardiner Mays has fled from justice; 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 to any person or persons who shall apprehend and carry before some justice of the peace for the county of Pittsylvania aforesaid, the said Gardiner Mays, that he may be dealt with as directed by law. And I do moreover hereby enjoin all officers, civil and military, and exhort the good people of this commonwealth to use their best endeavors to apprehend the said Gardiner Mays, that such proceedings may be had against him as is prescribed by law.  Given under my hand, with the seal of the (L. S.) commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 27th day of July, 1808.  Signed, William H. Cabell.
N. B. Gardiner Mays is from 40 to 45 years of age, 5 feet, from 3 to 5 inches high, close set and strong made, particularly in the body, in which he is longer than usual for men of his height, his arms are stout, his thighs short and small compared with his body, his legs short and well proportioned, his face a little prominent, with a strong full beard, his nose large, and a little swelling from the forehead to the end, where it appears quite full; on nice observation his eyes may appear rather nearer together than usual, and it is believed there is a small blemish in one of them, perhaps the left; his hair is dark colored and short; he has been used to labor, and is of a complexion common to men of that description.  Amongst his wearing apparel, is a blue common cloth suit, lined with red flannel; a Virginia cloth coat with black buttons, button holes and black silk cape, and a pair of white cashmere pantaloons and waistcoat. He occasionally carries a large butcher knife under the breast of his coat, and on the back to an edge, so as to represent the blade of a dirk.
Virginia, to wit: At a court of Appeals held at the capitol in Richmond, the third day of June, 1808.  GENERAL RULE. —After the end of this present term, all causes depending in this court, shall be called in the order in which they stand upon the docket; and such as may be ready for hearing pursuant to the former rules of this court, shall, unless good cause be shown to the contrary, be heard in the same order in which they stand upon the docket, until the whole shall be gone through—and the causes which shall be passed over, shall, unless for some very special reason appearing to the court, be put at the end of the docket of each term.  Ordered, That the above rule be published in a list of three of the newspapers printed in Richmond, once a week, until the first day of October next.  A Copy—Teste, J. Brown, C. C.
To Rent or Lease, FOR A TERM OF YEARS, THE PLANTATION WHEREON the late William S. Smith, dec. resided, in the county of Powhatan, about 22 miles from the city of Richmond. There are on this plantation, a good dwelling house, out houses, orchards, &c. Possession given at Christmas next, with the privilege of sowing wheat this fall. Further particulars will be made known on application to Mr. Wm. Graves, living near the premises, or to the subscriber.  JOSIAH SMITH. Powhatan, August 4, 1808.
Buckingham County, June Court, 1808. Georg. Anderson, (who sues for the benefit of George Carson) Plff. In AGAINST chan Theodore Scruggs and William cery Palmer, Defendants.  ON the motion of the plaintiff by counsel and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the defendant Scruggs is not an inhabitant of this state, it is ordered and decreed, that unless he shall appear here at September court next and answer the bill of the plaintiff, the court will then proceed to take the same for confessed as to him and decree the matter thereof accordingly, and that a copy of this order be forthwith published in some public newspaper of the city of Richmond for two months successively, and another copy be posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county.  A copy—Teste, R. Eldridge, Jr. D. C.
At a Quarterly Sessions Court continued and held for Goochland county, at the Courthouse, on Wednesday the 17th day of August, 1808.  Christopher Anthony, jr. & Co. pts } In AGAINST } Sherwood Strong, John R. B. Eldridge, } and John Guerrant, jr. defts. } In  THIS day came the plaintiffs by their attorney, and the defendant Strong, 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 state; on the motion of the plaintiffs by their attorney, it is ordered that the said defendant Strong do appear here on the third Monday in November next, and answer the plaintiffs' bill, and give security for performing the decree of this court, and that a copy of this order be forthwith published in some public newspaper, published in the city of Richmond, for two months successively, and that another copy be posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county, and it is further ordered that the defendants John R. B. Eldridge and John Guerrant jr. do not pay, convey away, or secret the debts by them owing to, or the effects in their hands of the said defendant Strong, so as to render them unable to pay the demand of the plaintiff stated in their said bill, with interest and the costs of this suit, until the further order of this court.  A Copy—Teste, Wm. Miller, C. G. C.
Blank Notes AND POWERS OF ATTORNEY, used in depositing stock in the Bank of Virginia, for sale at this office.
By the Lieutenant Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia,  A PROCLAMATION.  WHEREAS it is represented to the Executive, that on the fourth day of the present month, an atrocious murder was committed in the county of Mecklenburg, by a certain John Daws, an inhabitant of the said county of Mecklenburg, on the body of Francis Ballard, late of the same county; and that the said John Daws hath fled from justice; I have therefore thought fit with the advice of the Council of State, to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of two hundred dollars to any person or persons, who shall apprehend and conduct before some justice of the peace for the said county of Mecklenburg, the said John Daws, that he may be dealt with as the law directs. And I do moreover enjoin all officers, civil and military, and exhort the good people of the commonwealth, to use their best endeavors to apprehend and carry before some justice of the peace for the county aforesaid, the said John Daws, that such proceedings may be had against him as are prescribed by law.  Given under my hand, with the Seal of the (L. S.) commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this 12th day of August, 1808.  Signed, Alexr. M'Rae.
Penitentiary Store. THE subscriber, Agent for the Penitentiary, offers for sale the following articles, the manufacture of that institution, at very low prices for cash only at retail, and at 90 days credit at wholesale, for approved endorsed negotiable notes  CUT NAILS.     Wholesale prices.  Retail prices.      3dy  13 cents. 14 cents per lb    4  12 1-2 13 1-2    6  11 1-2 12 1-2    8  10 1-2 11 1-2    10  10 11    12  10 11    20  10 11    Slating nails  11 1-2 12 1-2     CUT BRADS.     Wholesale prices.  Retail prices.      8dy  10 cents. 11 cents per lb    10  9 1-2 10 1-2    12  Do. Do.    20  Do. Do.     SPRINGS.     Wholesale prices.  Retail prices.      3dy  39 cts. per lb. 50 per m.    4  22 1-2 67    6  17 84     WROUGHT NAILS AND BRADS.     Wholesale prices.  Retail prices.      6dy  13 14 per lb.    8  12 1-2 13 1-2    10  12 13    12  11 1-2 12 1-2    20  11 12    30  11 12     Nails of all sizes same price as 30dy. nails. Broad and narrow Axes, Hatchers, Hoes, Plough Shares and Coulters, Hinges, Wedges, Hammers, Penders, Traces and Stretchers, Tin Ware, &c. &c.
Boots and Shoes. Fair tops, back straps, $ 9 Ditto 8 Sawmills, 7 Half Boots, 5 Plantation and light fine shoes, 106 a 12a Do. second & third qualities, 76 a 9s Negro shoes (strong) 6s a 7s Girls do. 4s a 4s Boys do. 3s a 6s Children's shoes, 3s a 4s Fire Buckets $ 4 3/4 a $ 5 per pair Bridles, Surcingles, Whip thongs, Spur leathers, Hame strings, Back Bands, Lead in, Garden, Harness and Fishing lines. Any of the above articles made to orders left at the Penitentiary Store, second door above the Eagle Tavern.  D. J. BURR April 26, 1808. (2aw1m 1awtf) The shoes are reduced much below the former price.
To be Rented or Leased, FOR A TERM OF YEARS, My Plantation and Grist Mill, In Henrico county, about four miles from the city of Richmond, lying on Chickahominy swamp. The Plantation is in good order for cropping, and the mill is on a never failing stream, and in good order. Farther particulars are to be had on application to those wishing to rent or lease, will first view the premises. For terms apply to my brother Wm. Burton, or to  Thomas Burton. 1st August, 1808.
Royster & Bohannan Have For Sale, at their Store near the Market-bridge, Richmond, A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF Groceries, AMONG WHICH ARE— Brown Sugar in hds | Whiskey by the bbl or tierce Loaf Sugar, in do | French Brandy Best Green Coffee | Salt by the Sack Imperial, and | A quantity of excellent Young Hyson TEAS, | Lard by the firkin Chocolate, by the box | A large assortment of Pimento | Iron Castings, every Pepper | description Ginger | An assortment of Stone Rice | Ware Mustard | Queen's Ware W. I. Rum | Soap and Candles by Jamaica do | box N. England do | Leiper's Snuff Molasses by bld | Writing Paper —Sherry and Malaga | Wrapping do —Wine | Decanters Holland and Country | Tumblers Gin | Wine Glasses Spanish Segars by box | Leading Lines or retail | Bed Cords, &c &c &c Together with a number of other articles too tedious to enumerate—which they will sell low for cash, country produce, or approved paper in town.
It is earnestly requested that those who have long standing accounts, will settle them immediately, as no longer indulgence can be given.  Pamphlets, CARDS, HAND-BILLS, LAWYERS, CLERKS & SHERIFFS BLANKS, &c. ARE NEATLY AND EXPEDITIOUSLY PRINTED AT THE ARGUS OFFICE.