Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1806-09-20 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[XIVth YEAR.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE
[No. 1296.]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
[Four Dollars Per Annum....paid in advance.]
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1806.
[12 1-2 Cents Single.]
Charlotte Court, 2d June, 1806. Lewis Waldin, Plaintiff. vs. Jesse Hoard, Defendant. In Chancery. ON the motion of the plaintiff by his attorney, It is ordered That William Moseley, Edward Moseley and Zachariah Finch, be made party defendants to this suit; and it is further ordered, that the said defendants William Moseley, Edward Moseley and Zachariah Finch, do retain one hundred dollars of the money in their hands belonging to the defendant, Hoard, until the further order of this court, and that a subpoena issue commanding the said William Moseley, Edward Moseley and Finch, to appear and answer the plaintiff's bill. The defendant Hoard, not having entered his appearance 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 plaintiff by his attorney, It is ordered That he appear here on the first day of November court next, and give security for performing the decree of the court; that a copy of this order be inserted in one of the Virginia Gazettes for two months successively and posted at the front door of the court-house of the said county. A copy—Teste, Thomas Read, c. c.
Charlotte Court, 5th Aug. 1806. Alexander Garden, Plaintiff. vs. Stephen Bedford, Defendant. In Chancery. The defendant Bedford, not having entered his appearance 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 plaintiff by his attorney, It is ordered , that he appear here on the first day of November court next, and give security for performing the decree of the court; that a copy of this order be inserted in one of the Virginia Gazettes, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the court house of the said county. A copy, teste, Thos. Read, c. c. c.
FOR SALE. A GREABLE to the will of Thomas Pleasants, dec. of Goodland. The following parcels of Land; About 600 acres lying on the head waters of Cary's creek, in the county of Fluvanna; 527 acres lying on each side Little Michaux creek, in said county; about 200 acres in the county of Goodland, on the Bird creek; 227 in said county, on Genetoe creek, adjoining the ground on which the Friends Meeting house stands—and, 20 acres wood land, on the same creek, a little detached from the last mentioned. It is thought unnecessary to say any thing of the quality of the land—The payments will be made easy on receiving indisputable security. Wm. H. Pleasants, Exor. September 4 1806
NOTICE. THE partnership of THOMAS H. WALTON & Co is this day dissolved by mutual consent. All those who are indebted to said concern are desired to make payments to Tho. H. Walton, who alone is authorized to receive them and give discharges. Those to whom the concern are indebted, will apply to him for payment. Tho. H. Walton, William Walton, jr. Carterville, 31st August, 1806. The business will be carried on in future by the subscriber. Thomas H. Walton.
We have lately received, FOR SALE, 12 hds. sugar 15 boxes cotton & wool 30 bhs. do. cards do 3000 lbs. green coffee 4 tons castings assort 10 hds. Antigua rum ed. viz. pots, ovens, 5 do Windward Island skillets, spiders, and do irons, teakettles and 14 hds. N. E. rum waggon boxes 14 bhs do do 250 sacks salt 12 bhs. molasses 100 bhs cut herrings 3 casks Malaga wine 30 do whole do 20 tiers & bhs. whisky 15 do shad 4 pines apple brandy 40 lbs Spanish indigo 15 bhs do do 15 lbs nu meggs 12 crates Liverpool 100 pr men's fine shoes ware assorted 50 do coarse do 10 do stone do 500 lbs Glauber salts
We have also on hand, Iron Leaf sugar German, Crawley and Tanners' & Linseed oil Blistered Steel Nova Scotia grind Race & ground ginger stones Pepper Ground plaster in bhs Alspice Good manufactured to FF & F powder bacco by the keg, for Shot assorted sizes retailing French brandy Tar Rice Weeding hoes Cheese Nests woodware Wrought and cut nails, Bed cords, leading lines assorted sizes and twine Shuff Necklace Class ware, viz. 1-2 pt. Some jugs, butter pots, tumblers and decan- chamber pots, wash ters, assorted sizes basins, bake-pans, Hats churns, &c. &c. &c. We daily expect to receive, a quantity of Sherry Wine. Window Glass Coperss and Allum, all of which articles, we will sell at a small advance, for cash, approved paper or country produce. Shapard & Lucke. Richmond, May 8, 1806
NEW BOOKS. Just received and for Sale, at S Pleasants' printing office and book store, near the Bridge. The Secret History of the Cabinet of St. Cloud; in a series of letters from a resident in Paris to a nobleman in London, written during the months of August, September & October, 1805. Reflections on the Rise and Fall of the Ancient Republics; adapted to the present state of Great Britain; By Edward W. Montague, jun. The English Navy; or the Sorrows of Edward and Louisa—a novel.
$ 50,000 a single ticket may gain. NEW-YORK STATE LOTTERY. No. V. For the Promotion of Literature, and other purposes. To commence drawing on the second Tuesday in December 1806, and 600 Tickets to be drawn each day until the whole is concluded. Prizes payable 30 days after. The excellence of the present scheme is universally acknowledged to exceed any yet offered in the United States. THE CAPITAL PRIZES ARE 30,000 Dollars; 20,000 Dollars; 10,000 Dollars; 5,000 Dollars; 2,000 Dollars; Besides several of 1,000, 500, 200, 100, &c. &c. The first 4,000 Blanks to be entitled to 8 dollars each. The whole subject to a deduction of 15 percent In this scheme there is a possibility for one Ticket to draw 50,000 Dollars. Notwithstanding the great number of capital prizes in this Lottery, there are less than two blanks to a prize.
TICKETS AND SHARES. FOR SALE AT G. & R. WAITE'S TRULY FORTUNATE LOTTERY OFFICES, No 64 & No 38 Maiden Lane, New York. AT SEVEN DOLLARS EACH. but will advance as the drawing approaches. By enclosing Bank notes (post paid) to G. & R. WAITE, Tickets and Shares will be punctually returned by post, to any amount, and the earliest advice sent to adventurers on their success. The public are requested to remark that the drawing of the New York Lotteries is managed in so correct a manner as not to be subject to error. The time of drawing, and payment of prizes is punctual, and guaranteed by the State Legislature. Schemes at large enclosed with Tickets.—The many Capital Prizes sold by G. & R. W. in former Lotteries (two of which will also be enclosed) it is presumed, will be an additional inducement to distant adventurers to purchase of them.
FOR SALE, MILK LANDS in Cumberland county, lying on Appomattox river, joining the lands of Mr. William and George Skipwith; this land is equal if not superior to any land in Cumberland county. It contains 607 acres, one half of which is covered with fine timber of every description. There is on this land a decent DWELLING HOUSE, and between four and five hundred bearing apple trees, of choice fruit. One third of the money will be expected when a title is made, the other two thirds may be divided into two annual payments. Mr. Jeremiah Baker or Mr. Wm. Skipwith will show the land to any person wishing to become a purchaser. Chesterfield, Sept 15th, 1806 FRANCIS EPPES.
Charlottesville Races. ON Monday the 13th day of October next, will be run for, over the Charlottesville course, a sweep stake purse for Cols, two mile heats eleven Cols entered at ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS each. ALEXANDER GARRETT, Proprietor of the Course. September 13th, 1806.
Umbrella Manufactory. MRS C. PAUL, from Baltimore, respectfully offers her services to the inhabitants of Richmond and its vicinity. She has taken part of the house occupied by Solomon Marks, four doors above the Vendue Office, kept by Messrs Taylor and Brown, where she carries on the Umbrella Manufactory in its various and extensive manner; she likewise makes and keeps a constant supply of HAT COVERS and BAG THING CAPS, which she will dispose of wholesale and retail. Any orders from any part, will be strictly attended to. Mrs Paul flatters herself from the quality of her Umbrellas, &c. that she will be intitled to a constant custom, as every attention will be paid to give general satisfaction. N B Umbrellas of all descriptions repaired on the lowest terms. Richmond 16th September, 1806.
FOR THE ARGUS. Observations in opposition to the opinions and principles, contained for in a pamphlet called War in Disguise. No. VIII. Political and Geographical changes which are likely to take place in Europe and the West of Asia, with some remarks concerning the restoration of the Jews to the PROMISED LAND. The latest accounts from Europe, indicate those changes and establishments which have been foretold. Germany has received and is about to receive a new destiny. It seems that the petty principalities are to be involved and united into more extensive and powerful governments, and that that country has the prospect of emerging from the most abject state of degradation and oppression. We know that the Rhine, is the natural boundary of France on the north; and that the Emperor Napoleon, has long ago publicly declared, that it should be the ne plus ultra of the French Empire. We know also that the Rhine passes through the country commonly called Holland, which has been lately erected into monarchy; so that it might seem that the plan of making the Rhine the boundary for France, had been in part abandoned. But the
writer of this does not entertain that opinion. The celebrated Mr. Cobbet, has lately published in London as follows: "Bonaparte models every thing at his pleasure and has nothing to do but model. Into what new shape he may mold the German Empire, may be a matter of much interest; but after the late events cannot be of much importance. Germany cannot become more her own than it is already."
Here then is authority published in London, under the noses of the British ministry, in a paper which goes to every part of the world, proving that the fate of Germany depends upon the will of Napoleon. This is one of the consequences of the third coalition & of the violation of the treaty of Amiens—and is neither more nor less than was predicted by the writer of this before the existence of that coalition was announced—If this is true the question of power is settled, and this important and respectable portion of the globe, will owe its future destiny to one against whose existence the rulers of Great Britain as well as Germany, lately confederated. Whether therefore the future order of things shall proceed from policy only, or from that exalted clemency, which has every where (when possible) added lustre to the character of the Emperor, is not now of importance, therefore we will leave those enquiries for the present and determine the question according to geographical situation and other relations.
The whole of the country which lies between the Rhine, the Mayne, Prussia and the German sea, upon the waters of the Rhine, Ems, Weser and Elbe, is divided into small, feeble, principalities, incapable to protect their own independence, or to afford the means of securing the happiness and prosperity of the inhabitants. It mentioned formerly and is now repeated, that these districts ought to be united into one government; nothing has yet appeared to show that this important and necessary object ought not to be now accomplished.
The implacable enemies of Bonaparte, and the infatuated adherents of the British government, will loudly exclaim that these or similar events, if they should happen will proceed from the tyranny and oppression of the Emperor of France. To which it may be answered, that it is impossible to introduce any changes in those envied regions, which will make the condition of the people more miserable, than it has heretofore been. It would be easy to illustrate this position by many facts but one will be sufficient, and that one is well known, and has been severely felt in this country.
When the Americans were compelled to oppose the British government , in support of their rights, the war which ensued was so unpopular in England, that it was difficult to find a sufficient number of Englishmen (and to their national honor it is spoken) to engage in the unjust and unnatural contest. The British government , therefore were obliged to employ mercenaries, and actually did hire from the princes of Hesse-Cassel, Brunswick, and others of the same description 12 000 men, who were employed in this unpopular, and inhuman war. It was by these means that the British rulers were enabled, not only to prolong the war, but also to extend and multiply the calamities and miseries of this country.
According to the views which have been taken, it will, no more, be in the power of such petty tyrants, to barter away the lives and liberties of their own miserable subjects, or rather slaves, to suit the fell purposes of murderers and oppressors; nor will it be possible for any one to whom these things are known, to say that the sale of Hesse-Cassel and its confederates, will not be well deserved.
These changes appear now to be practicable, and with every friend of mankind must be desirable; and altho' it may be alleged that the condition of the people, will not be made better, yet it will be impossible that by any change, their condition can be rendered worse. Indeed, what can be worse, than to force men into military service, and next to hire them out like beasts of burthen; not only to slaughter the unoffending, industrious and virtuous inhabitants of other countries, but to expose their own lives, to the chances and dangers of war in the inhuman service. Every American, and particularly those who have sons for whom they feel a parental solicitude can, without further argument, understand the influence of these facts.
If these changes should be effected they will proceed altogether from the interference of the Emperor Napoleon, and will afford to the accusers of that distinguished hero and statesman, an occasion of adding another item to the catalogue of charges which they exhibit against him. But if a serious answer could be expected from them, upon his or any other subject, they would be urged to show
in all that has happened in the career of Bonaparte, from the siege of Toulon, in 1793, to the present time, or in all that they pretend to fear from him, any thing equal to that diabolical contract by which the princes of Hesse, Brunswick, &c. sold 12,000 of their subjects, to the king of England, for the infernal purpose of spreading death and desolation through this country. Readers, writers, critics and defamers! Ye are all called upon collectively, or individually, to give to this a serious, and candid examination and answer; and when you have done it, if you dare venture upon the honest duty, answer another question and say, for what plantation of men or for what state of human degradation they are fitted, who will condemn the suspicious hand which shall not only close this, and like scenes of iniquity and wretchedness—but who shall establish an order of things, so different that humanity will not again have aught to fear from contractors and dealers in human blood? If there be such a man, bold enough to acknowledge and vindicate a sentiment so inhuman, to him it might be answered, that the enmity of such, pronounces the highest eulogium upon the character & designs of Napoleon. Russia it will be said will oppose these arrangements. If it should be so; if Alexander has so soon forgotten the battle of Austerlitz then it will be proper to overthrow the Russian government, to drive him to Siberia, and to commit the destinies of those brave and ignorant tribes, of which that Empire is composed into bands which would contribute, not only to ameliorate their condition, but likewise to guarantee the future peace and tranquility of Europe.
Let us now leave the north of Europe, and say a few words in relation to the south, or rather concerning the Empire of Turkey.
The overthrow of an Empire is of itself, a subject of great magnitude; and may be attended with difficulties which cannot be foreseen or prevented. All candid politicians seem to admit that the Empire of Turkey is about to disappear, and that a new order of things will succeed, whose influence upon the happiness of the people cannot yet be appreciated. The local situation of the provinces authorise it to be said, that all on the north of the Danube and Black sea, with the parts of Croatia, Bosnia and Servia, which border on the Danube, ought to be transferred to Austria: Albania, a part of Rumelia, and the whole of Ancient Greece, are of sufficient extent, to form an independent government: Bulgaria, the rest of Rumelia, and the province of Anatolia in Asia Minor, might also form another independent government: the province of Syria, including the former possessions of the Ismaelites or Jews, binding on the Red Sea, Arabia and Persia, affords much room for speculation.
A decree of the Emperor Napoleon, concerning certain Jews, within the French Empire, appears to have excited much notice. The Jews, from causes which cannot be unfolded by human intelligence, tho' scattered all over the habitable globe, have preserved their ancient religion and habits, while other nations have risen, flourished, sunk and disappeared. Among the Jews, there are ancient prophecies which say, that the time will come, when they will be recalled from all parts of the earth to the Holy Land; when the city and temple of Jerusalem, will be rebuilt, and when that nation will again rise to splendor and power; and there are some who think that that time is now at hand.
There are but few political readers, who have not had opportunities to observe the reasons which have been assigned for the approaching dissolution of the Turkish Empire. The causes appear to be so evident, that it is not necessary to support the opinion, either by the hostility of the Russian or French governments. The internal discontents—the imbecility of the Divan—the general oppressions of the Empire, were sufficient to convince every observer, that the day of convulsion or overthrow rapidly approached; and perhaps nothing, for sometime past, has tended more to preserve and extend its existence, than the jealousy which subsists between the powers of Russia and France.
But whatever may have been the facts, there is now no longer any reason to believe, that the portending events will be delayed from the same causes, because France has so far out-stript Russia in her military greatness, that even Russia and Turkey in confederation, cannot effectually oppose the designs of France. These, and other reasons equally undeniable, may be offered, to prove that the empire of Turkey, is now too decrepit to be re-animated and restored and too feeble to resist any law which may be decreed to it, by the Emperor of France.
That country formerly called Canaan, or the Holy Land, or Palestine, and now called Syria, is one of the provinces of Turkey in Asia. It is bounded on the west, by the Mediterranean sea, in that part called the
Levant, by Persia on the east, and Nubia or Asia Minor on the north, and includes the town of Acre, celebrated for the defence of Sir Sidney Smith, Colonel Phillippeaux and D'Jezzar Pacha, against Bonaparte.
When the Emperor Napoleon was a French general, he undertook the conquest of Syria, and had proceeded with a victorious career to the town of Acre; there being opposed, not only by a numerous and well supplied garrison, but almost surrounded by hostile armies; he was induced to raise the siege and return to Egypt.
The mere possession of Syria and the sea ports, was not of so much importance as to justify this hazardous expedition. Other objects, were supposed to have operated in the minds of those who authorized the expedition; or if it originated in the mind of Bonaparte alone, there can be no reason now, to suppose, that he will abandon those reasons, when he has the power, at little or no hazard, to accomplish the object of his former desires.
If the Turkish empire should be overthrown, or dismembered, it is likely that Syria, as already described, will be established, either as a French colony, or as an independent government, under the guarantee and patronage of France. In either way, communications may be opened from the Levant, Mediterranean and other parts of the Turkish Empire, with Persia and India, by any or all of the modes which will presently be described. 1st. Thro' Egypt, crossing the desert from Cairo to Suez: 2d. by opening a canal from the Red sea to the Nile: 3d. from Suez to the Mediterranean: 4th. from the ports of the Levant, by land to the Euphrates, and thence down the river to the Persian Gulph, or over land through Persia into India: 5th. from the Black sea to the Caspian, and thence thro' Persia to India.
So far as respects the general commerce of Europe, this last is not necessary, but as relates to such commerce as may be necessary for the interior of Russia, this mode of communication, provided the people through whose countries it will pass, are civilized, is by far more eligible than any other which can be devised.
The situation of Persia is such, that her valuable light manufactures may be conveyed almost as easily to the Levant or the Black sea, as to the Indian ocean. At present the countries thro' which they would pass, are infested by Arabs and other robbers. But if ever these countries shall enjoy the blessings of a rational government, not only robberies of this kind will be prevented, but even the robbers may be induced to change their mode of life and to betake themselves to other more useful and honorable callings.
All those who anticipate the restoration of the Jews to the Holy Land, or Syria, as now called, will suffer their minds to exert all their energies upon the prospect which seems now to be afforded. But let that event, or men's opinions concerning the prophecies, be what they may, it will still remain an undeniable truth, that the situation of Syria, is extremely favorable to those grand and commercial relations, which have been considered and just alluded to. Therefore there is much reason to believe that the emperor Napoleon, without regarding what may be said concerning the prophecies, will find sufficient inducements to restore Syria, to rational government, and to afford such patronage and encouragement for the arts and sciences, as will invite the inhabitants of Persia, Arabia, and other adjacent countries, to turn their attention to the advantageous situation of the Syrian sea ports; and if this should be the case, perhaps half of the manufactures which are now conveyed to the eastern seas, will find their way to the west.
With respect to the Jews, and the restoration of that people, to the rights and privileges of a nation, it is only necessary here to say, that if they entertain the desire, and the Emperor Napoleon is disposed to support them in it, there is no other power upon the earth which can prevent it. The refusal of the Turks would lead to their own overthrow.
If Syria should be resettled by the Jews, all at once, we shall behold a great, rich, enterprising and intelligent people, who will enjoy all the advantages of European education and arts, in a situation which will enable them to extend their enterprises from the Atlantic to the Indian ocean.
But why examine and illustrate this question? It is not likely that the Jews, in general, will be disposed to abandon the advantages and benefits which they now enjoy in other countries. There are, it is true, in Egypt, and in different parts of the Turkish dominions, a considerable number who may be disposed to embrace this opportunity, and indeed a general national enthusiasm may extend itself every where.
No one can pretend to form an accurate idea of the numbers of these people, who

to be found in the different regions of the earth, but taking a superficial glance at those commercial towns which are well known, an estimate may be formed. In this way, it is conjectured, that at the present time, in the four quarters of the globe, there are not less than ten millions of Jews. If so, and even a fourth part might be disposed to return to the Land of promise , they would be able to assume a national respectability which would soon grow into greatness.
It is not expected that any of the Jews, who are well established in different countries; who enjoy the blessings of civil government, with protection for property and person, will find a disposition to go to the land of promise, unless indeed, depending upon ancient prophecies, and roused by the enthusiasm of their religious and social principles, they may believe it to be their duty to promote the fulfilment of those prophecies; or fearing the fate of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, may not dare to oppose the divine decrees, and bring upon their heads the vengeance of Heaven. But even admitting that none who possess wealth or enjoy propitious prospects, would be willing to barter them for the chances which were to be expected in the new enterprise, still there will remain a sufficient number, whose talents and acquirements will soon lead them on to wealth and independency.
In the distribution of lands alone, every adventurer will, at the same time, acquire a permanent right of soil, and an attachment to the political order by which his rights will be protected. So that even such as have no other interest or capitals than what may be acquired by such means, will soon, not only rival, but surpass all those, whose wealth and independency have induced them to forego the invitation.
These remarks are neither intended to convey positive opinions, nor to oppose the anticipations which may be cherished by others, concerning the Jews and the prophecies: and also the writer of these sentences will not offer the smallest shade to obscure or weaken the force and respect which is due to the prophecies—yet he will not entirely rely upon them—his calculations are chiefly formed, from the advantageous situation of Syria, for useful and permanent enterprises, whereby commercial communications may be established, which will not only revive, but perpetuate the intercourse between Asia and Europe, and will moreover restore the blessings of civilization to some of the finest regions of the earth.
This may be done: and whether by the instrumentality of the Jews alone, or by colonists of a different cast, so far as respects the views of politicians and philosophers, the general results will be still the same. Syria, if occupied by a nation which shall cultivate the arts, commerce and industry, will hold the scales between those portions of the globe which were once most renowned and respectable for wealth and population.
Whether a work like this, if it shall ever happen, may be imputed to the immediate agency of an almighty hand, or to the projects of an individual, is not here a subject for discussion—The plan is possible according to the ordinary events of human affairs, without the aid of a miracle. This is the era of wonders and changes, and as no change can sink Syria into a state of greater degradation than the present—as no part of the world deserves more the beneficent hand of philosophy, aided by power—and as nothing can more contribute to the splendor of Bonaparte's character, and the immortality of his name—so it is reasonable to anticipate, that he will exercise the means which he possesses, or such as may occur to the achievement of such grand and beneficent designs. It will be by such means that he may be hereafter hailed—The savior of the Jews—the patron of arts and civilization—the pacifier of Europe—and the benefactor of mankind.
PACIFICATOR.
(To be continued.) A part of the foregoing essay lately appeared in the Impartial Observer , as a communication; as it was written by the writer of this, he has thought fit to incorporate as much of it as suited his purpose into this essay.
LONDON, July 24
RUMORS OF DISCONTENT AT PARIS It was yesterday asserted, in very well informed circles, that accounts had been received at the office of one of the principal secretaries of state, that symptoms of very serious discontent among the highest authorities had just broken out at Paris—No less, it is said, than thirty-six or thirty-seven generals and senators have sent in their resignations, among whom are four marshals of the empire. The only name we have heard particularly is that of marshal Lannes, who is said to have been put under arrest. We cannot, without some degree of hesitation, give any credit to these reports. The recent elevation of some favorites to the rank of Princes, &c. may reasonably be supposed to have given rise to some jealousy; but the power of Bonaparte, and the vigilance of his police must easily have prevented its assuming any formidable attitude.— Morning Post.
July 24.
Yesterday parliament was prorogued by commission. This event was announced by the following address to both houses:—
"My lords and gentlemen, His majesty has commanded us to acquaint you that the state of the public business enables his majesty to close this session of parliament,
"We are at the same time directed to express to you the great satisfaction which his majesty has derived from your unswerving zeal and diligence, and from that attention to the most important interests of his empire, which has been so conspicuously manifested in all your proceedings."
"The measures which have been adopted for the permanent improvement of the various branches of our military system, your attention to combine these arrangements with the great object of public economy, and the regulations which you have established for the speedy and effectual audit of the public accounts, call for his majesty's particular acknowledgments."
"Gentlemen of the house of commons, "We have it in command from his majesty to thank you for the provision which you have made for the various exigencies of the public service, particularly by raising, within the year, so very large a proportion of the necessary supplies; a measure in itself highly advantageous, and which must create, both at home and abroad, the most favorable impression of our national resources, and of the spirit which animates the British people. You may be assured that the utmost attention shall be paid to the frugal administration of those supplies which you have so liberally granted."
"His majesty is particularly sensible of the fresh proof he has received of your affectionate attachment to him, in the provision which you have made for enabling the younger branches of his royal family to meet the necessary expenses of their station."
"My lords and gentlemen, "His majesty being always anxious for the restoration of peace on just and honorable terms, engaged in discussions with a view to the accomplishment of this most desirable end. Their success must depend on a corresponding disposition on the part of the enemy; and in every event his majesty looks with the fullest confidence to the continuance of that union and public spirit among all ranks of his people, which can alone give energy to war or security to peace."
Then a commission for proroguing the parliament was read. After which the lord chancellor said:
"My lords and gentlemen, "By virtue of his majesty's commission under the great seal, to us and other lords directed, and now read, we do, in his majesty's name, and in obedience to his commands, prorogue this parliament to Thursday the 28th day of August next, to be then here holden: and this parliament is accordingly prorogued to Thursday the 28th day of August next."
The environs of Constantinople, the plains of Dardanelles and the vicinity of Çanakkale on the Asiatic coast, are almost entirely covered with tents.
Constantinople, Egypt, and European and Asiatic Turkey in general, are at present free from the ravages of the plague.
Extract of a private letter from Hamburg "The French minister here is circulating by his agents, with great activity, a pamphlet entitled— Notice sur la Mort de l'Empereur d'Autriche " in which the British government is charged with the foul crime of procuring the assassination of that monarch.
"The principal news we have here, is that 8000 French have entered Rome and that the pope is going to Turin; as also that the electors of Baden and Hesse, and the dukes of Cleve and Hesse Darmstadt, will be raised to the dignity of kings."
"The French are preparing it is said to send an army of 60,000 men, in three divisions thro' Asiatic Turkey, to attack the British possessions in the East Indies."
NAPLES, June 1 Vesuvius continues to rage —The crater still discharges a great quantity of stones resembling hail. On the 4th and 5th, a continual noise was heard extremely loud, while the thick cloud that enveloped the summit of the mountain was alternately penetrated by flashes of fire, amazingly vivid, resembling lightning. The cause of the lava run towards the Terre del Greco, and along the eminence on which the Cloister of Calabiana is situated, and has extended to the distance of four miles, destroying all the trees, vineyards, and habitations it has met with in its course. Just now it has reached the high road in the neighborhood of Terre del Greco, while a great number of strangers and curious persons are repairing to the spot to be witnesses of the singular phenomenon. The Terre del Greco is situated at the foot of Vesuvius, with a population of 15,000 souls.
RAGUSA June 9. Four thousand Montenegrins, supported by a body of Russian troops, have entered the confines of Ragusa. They have ravaged the plain of Cagnoli with fire and sword; no idea can be formed of the barbarity they have exercised. Four hundred Frenchmen sent to reconnoitre them, kept them within bounds. General Lauriston, being informed of their number, ordered colonel Teste to march against them with fifteen hundred men. An engagement ensued and the barbarians were driven with great loss into their mountains.
MADRID, June 10 From the moment that Sweden received subsidies from Great Britain, and made common cause with that power, it has been observed, that under favor of the Swedish flag, the fraudulent introduction of English manufactures has much increased, to the injury of our national industry. To prevent this, his Catholic majesty has ordered that the ports of his kingdom should be shut against all Swedish ships as long as this sovereign shall continue to make common cause with England, the enemy of Spain, and of France, her intimate ally. His Catholic majesty has, however, been pleased to allow, that such Swedish vessels as shall be in his ports at the period of the publication of this decree may remain there during the time necessary for the transaction of their business. The most effectual way to compel the English to abandon their system of war is, to close against them all the markets for that trade which is the principal support of their power.
STRALSUND, June 14 The news is confirmed that the negotiations between Sweden and Prussia are carrying on without interruption. The Prussian gen. Kalkreuth will repair for this purpose to Stralsund.
CONSTANTINOPLE, June 15. Every thing in this city and its vicinity assumes a warlike aspect. The troops lately arrived from Asia amount to 18,000 men, who are encamped near Scutari, whence they will soon break up for service. This corps will be under the command of the Pacha of Cogi, whom the Grand Seigneur has appointed general of his new formed regular troops, which now amount to above 30,000 men.
BERLIN, June 16. The moment approaches, when all the uncertainty of peace, or war, will cease. The answer to the dernier dispatches of our court to London are daily expected. If this answer is not of a
pacific nature, conformity to the propositions made by our king, when the garrisons of Berlin, of Potsdam, and the troops which occupy Hanover and Luneburg, will immediately march, under the command of prince Ferdinand of Prussia, against Sweden, Pomerania, and act in concert with the army under the orders of general Count de Kalkreuth. The prevailing opinion here is that the British government will not relax their pretensions; and although Prussia may find herself compelled to do so, it will be contrary to her pacific intentions.
VIENNA, June 17. The Russian ambassador, Count Von Rasumovsky, has had an interview with the French ambassador, M. de Rochefoucault. M. D'Oubuil has frequent conferences with the new English envoy, Mr. Adair.
June 21. On the 16th inst., the English envoy here, sir Arthur Paget, had his audience of leave of his imperial majesty; and the new envoy, Mr. Adair, delivered his credentials.
Today the French ambassador, Mr. Rouchefort, again received a courier from Paris, after whose arrival he had a long conference with the minister of state count Stadion, and the next day an audience of his imperial majesty. It is believed that the German constitution was the subject of these conferences.
June 23 Every wish and every hope here centre in the desire for the preservation of the peace of the continent. The financial plans with which the government is at present engaged, can only succeed on the foundation of a general confidence—and the court negoes nothing that can ensure this object.
June 29. We are positively assured, that M. D'Oubuil's full powers and instructions relate not only to the affairs of the Russian prisoners, but that this minister is authorized to open negotiations for concluding preliminaries of peace. Some days before this minister's departure from Vienna, M. Anstetten, counsellor to the Russian legation, set out from this city for Petersburg, with important dispatches.
FLORENCE, June 22 According to accounts from Rome a Consistory was held there on the 18th inst. at which the whole college of cardinals attended, and objects of great importance, it is probable, were discussed. There is talk among other things of a convention concluded with France; but of the nature of this nothing is known.
AUGSBURG June 23. Today five waggons arrived from Vienna, each containing 30 small casks of money, the produce of the contributions levied in Austria during the stay of the French. This money is going to Paris.
FRANKFORT June 27. General Vandamme's division, that was on the march to return to France, has halted for some days past. Only a few regiments belonging to this corps have continued their route to Mannheim. The corps under marshals Augereau and Leclerc, still remain in their cantonments, and it does not appear that they have been ordered to approach the Rhine. The Austrian officers, prisoners of war, have obtained permission to return home; many are already on their route.
June 29. The agreeable intelligence of the departure of the French troops from Germany is more and more confirmed. Two regiments belonging to general Oudinot, left the district of Hildesheim on the 24th and preparations are making at Gosligen for the reception of marshal Soult's corps.
COPENHAGEN, June 28. Our government has acceded to the just demands of the French court, & at the same time granted the wishes of all who are interested in the welfare of her Danish colonies. All commerce between our West India possessions and the negroes of St. Domingo, is prohibited under the severest restrictions.
BREMEN, June 29. On the 21st inst. our city was entirely evacuated by the Prussian troops, which had been quartered here four months.
WESEL July 5. Our fortress will be considerably enlarged and strengthened. The plan has already been submitted to the emperor Napoleon for his approbation, and the expense of the new works is estimated at 9 millions of livres.—The river Lippe will flow round the town, and fall into the Rhine at Fluren. Wesel will be considered a frontier town, and put in the same state as Menz and Strauburgh.
PARIS, July 7. M. D'Oubuil the Russian envoy, actually arrived here yesterday at 3 in the afternoon.
BANKS OF THE MAINE, July 8. We are assured that the French troops will occupy a camp in the vicinity of Dusseldorf.
HAMBURG, July 22. We are assured that Bonaparte has ordered marshal Bernadotte to march his corps into the country of Hesse Cassel. The elector having refused ten months ago, to lend five millions of six dollars to France, and Napoleon being in want of that sum. Talleyrand has advised that measure as the only means to extort it from that prince. However its success is not quite certain, as it is very well known that the elector, who has never been a friend to Bonaparte, has guarded against his rapacity, by sending his treasure to Berlin.
In the same manner, the elector of Saxony has been summoned to lend 6 millions of six dollars to the French emperor; and as he has also refused the loan, it is apprehended that Bernadotte has been directed to pay a visit to the Grune Gewelb, who is now at Dresden.
The new constitution of the German empire is daily expected at Ratisbon. It is already known that the three imperial cities of Hamburg, Lubbeck and Bremen, will be under the immediate direction and absolute control of Bonaparte.
BOSTON, Sept. 8.
By the arrival, on Friday last, of the Sally Ann, Capt. Glover, in 58 days from Liverpool, we have our files of London papers, continued to July 26. A few extracts are given from them in our foreign department. On the subject of Peace, they afford no positive information, beyond the fact of Preliminaries being opened, for the purpose between the Governments of G. Britain and France. On the 23d July his Britannic Majesty, in proroguing his Parliament observes:— "Being always anxious for the restoration of Peace, I am engaged in discussions, with a view to the accomplishment of that desirable end; their success, must, however, depend on a corresponding disposition on the part of the enemy; but in every respect his Majesty looks, with the fullest confidence to the continuance of that union and public spirit, among all ranks of his people, which can alone give energy to War, and security to Peace." The conjectures and opinions bestowed on this prolific subject, in the London papers, are as various and contradictory as the shades of character in real life. From the mass of this species of newspaper discussion, we have selected the following, as possessing, in our opinion, the marks of pretty sound and apposite reasoning:—
 "1. Has the object of the war been obtained in whole, or in its farthest possible part?  "2. If the object of the war has not been obtained in whole or part, have we obtained any thing as a suitable equivalent?  "3. If neither the object, nor any suitable equivalent has been obtained, is it yet necessary to abandon the pursuit? Is attainment hopeless, or of more cost than the worth of the object sought?  "4. If necessary or advisable to abandon every hope from the war, what is the actual value, i. e. actual strength of our present situation, and what may that situation demand in a treaty?  "5. Whether, supposing the war without any other possible object than precaution, even then that precaution and security against the ambition of France is not of itself a sufficient object, and worth all the cost of war?—Whether the situation of the enemy does not require us to be on continual i. e. to be in the camp, and already to march at a day's warning.  "6. In such a situation, what is the actual difference between peace and war, i. e. between a jealous precautionary peace, and a defensive war? whether there is any further difference, than that a state of peace, still requiring us to remain armed, would fix us, as poss. to the spot, and leave us every part of war but its inspiring, and not unfrequently indemnifying activity, whilst war, together with all the cost, would give us the neutral advantages of the state. By the superiority of our navy, our foreign commerce flourishes, and that of our enemy or rival is annihilated from the face of the seas. Our strength and wealth is thus rendered, whilst that of France must daily decline. In a word a jealous precautionary peace is but an inactive war, war with all its cost, and without its spoil: a war that would exhaust the nation, whilst by setting free the commerce of the enemy, it would render her power progressive.  "7. Finally, whether what will actually be given for peace by France, will be sufficient to remove or indemnify us for these evils? Whether we shall be secured in the Mediterranean by the possession of Malta? Whether any bounds will be established which shall confine the French power on the east? Where will be the advantage of Malta if the French shall proceed to possess themselves of the coasts of the Mediterranean? The commerce is with the coast and not with the sea. The seas will in vain remain open if the ports are shut. The British Channel is open in this manner, but we are not the less excluded from all commerce with France." 
Downing street, July 21. —The king has been pleased to appoint the Hon. David Erskine, to be his Majesty's Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to the United States of America.
LATEST DATE.
July 26.—It is reported in the German papers, that the Grandees of Russia have attempted to treat the Emperor Alexander in the manner as his unfortunate father was treated.
The report on the continent, that the Emperor Alexander would make a separate peace with Napoleon, is rendered highly incredible from the fact, that in the Paris Moniteur, the court of Russia is charged in severe terms, with having fomented the troubles in the Turkish provinces, for her own interest.
The embarkation of troops, for the grand expedition, is now completed.—Their destination is certainly the Mediterranean, and it is presumed for Sicily. Whatever progress is made in the negotiation with France, remains only known to the cabinet council. Nothing farther has transpired, than that the most perfect good will exist between the two governments—that the Paris papers breathe a spirit of mildness, and temper, well suited to the opening of pacific discussions.
No accounts are yet received of the actual evacuation of Citaro, and of its final surrender to the French. The report, that this place has been taken possession of by the English, is entitled to no belief. Mr. Fox continues to go on in a state of regularly progressive convalescence.
LONDON, July 25.
It is reported that Lord Henry Petty will retire from the Chancellorship of the Exchequer soon after the prorogation. This will still further weaken the power of the Foxites in the Cabinet.
Mr. Fox remains pretty nearly in the same state in which he has been for some days.
Some particulars respecting the nature and result of the important enquiry which has been instituted into the conduct of an illustrious Female are in circulation among the higher circles. The examinations are said to have been confined to two points; the first respecting the birth and parentage of a child of four years old, educated under the immediate protection of the Royal person in question; the next as to the general discretion of her conduct. The infant is ascertained, by reference to the registry, and to its parents, as well as by the concurrent testimony of every person examined on the occasion, to be the child of persons in a very humble rank of life at Deptford and to have been maintained and educated by the Princess in the purest and most amiable principles of charity and benevolence.
On the second head a large mass of evidence, we understand has been brought forward, in the course of which most of the persons in her Royal Highness's Household have been examined. The whole of the report has been presented to his Majesty, who has ordered copies to be furnished to the two Royal persons personally interested in the result of the investigation. The commissioners to whom this delicate enquiry was confined, were the Lord Chancellor, Earl Spencer, and Lord Grenville.
NEW YORK, Sept. 17.
Capt. Brown of the brig Ontario from Curacoa, informs us that accounts have been received there from the Main, which stated that Miranda landed at Coro on the 10th of August, and took possession of the fort and town without resistance; but that, in a subsequent engagement with the Spaniards, he had been defeated and compelled to relinquish these advantages, and on the 19th was at the Island of Aruba.
On this subject I have been favored with the following extract of a letter from a respectable commercial house in Curacoa to another in this city, dated August 18 h.
"I take the liberty of acquainting you that we yesterday received by an express from Coro the certain news of Miranda having landed there three weeks before with two ships, two brigs, and seven smaller vessels; and after a severe engagement with the Spaniards, has been routed, and had to take to his ships. Nobody knows what course he afterwards took. I mention this for your caution should you undertake any business on the Main. I fear the American flag will not now be so well received there as formerly."
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 13.
Extract of a letter from our correspondent dated, Lazaretto, Sept. 12.
"Last night arrived, brig Resolution, captain Turner, 20 days from La Guaira, with cocoa to John Craig. Captain Turner, informs that Miranda had landed at Coro, where he was joined by, between 1000 and 1500 of the inhabitants, and that an army of 2000 Spanish troops had marched from La Guaira to oppose him.
The schooner Nancy, Williams from St. Kitts was spoke off the Capes, by captain Turner. The schooner Hope, from St. Domingo is arrived at New Castle."
A new era will be presented to the political and commercial world, should the expedition under Sir Home Popham succeed, as he had nearly reached his destination. In addition to which, should Miranda succeed in his expedition, the Spanish empire in America will be shaken to its centre.
The homeward bound Jamaica fleet, were entirely dispersed and many of them lost in the late gale.
BALTIMORE, Sept. 15.
The Marquis Yujo arrived in town yesterday, on his way to the seat of government. His secretary informs that the Marquis received the thanks of his sovereign for his "faithful services in this country," and that the Spanish government will insist on his being again received and treated with all the attention due to the Minister of a "great and powerful nation!!"
NORFOLK, Sept. 16.
THE IMPETUEX DESTROYED!
We stop the Press, after having some of our papers worked off, having seen some of the officers of the British frigate Melampus, who inform that on Sunday morning they descended to the southward of Cape Henry a line of battle ship dismantled, which they immediately gave chase to and run ashore on Currituck about 30 miles to the S. of the Cape, and after taking the officers and men, (amounting to about 600) set fire to her, when she was totally destroyed. She proved to be the Impetueux, Mons. L. V. Belaw, of 74 guns. The Melampus is now in Hampton Roads.
A French 74, named the Leode, and commanded by Perouse de la Croix, is gone up the bay, having lost her masts, rudder, &c. She detained every vessel she met with, and made them keep company, to prevent giving information—Captain Decker, who was with other de-

The Speech of the English Solomon is exactly such a one as might have been expected, and such as is calculated for the meridian of our coffee house.
When Britain during our revolutionary war, offered terms of peace, they were called honorable - but, on examination, it was found Hancock and S. Adams were to be subjected to the punishment of traitors.
The poisoning and murder of our citizens on board the Jersey prison ship was honorable!
The piracies on our merchants - the impressment of our seamen - the murder of Pierce - are all justified now by the British papers on the grounds of honor!
Britain is ready to meet America now, also on honorable terms!
And what are these honorable terms? Why forsooth, that the whole world might be in subjection to her tyranny - that we shall carry on no trade but what she permits - that we shall pay more duties than any other nation in her ports - that we shall be her vassal and her minion.
The starvation and annihilation of France, according to the literal meaning of the words as proposed by that famous quid pro quo to liberty - Edmund Burke - were all for honorable purposes!
For the definition of what constitutes honorable terms, is it that nations at any time fight - had they been always of equal dispositions, then there would have been neither coalitions nor wars of extermination, nor even a Bonaparte to play the emperor over France.
To those who have credited all the contradictions which have appeared in the federal papers, on former rumors of peace, we leave the reconciling of a peace on equal honorable terms - but this principle we lay down as incontestable -
BRITAIN CANNOT MAKE AN HONORABLE PEACE ON THE FOUNDATION OF THE WAR.
Neither will France conclude a peace till she has compelled Britain to acknowledge the
NEUTRALITY OF THE OCEAN. As laicly asserted by Bonaparte, and the security of the high seas upon the basis of equality to the whole world.
If Britain makes a peace, it must be upon conditions of repentance and contrition, as high way robbers are sometimes pardoned upon sincere reformation; for after creating all the havoc and dishonor of fifteen years to the whole world; it is not to be expected that she will go without a penalty for her future good behavior.
Making due allowance for the necessity of vulgar abuse in federal prints, there is more point in the following article, than is usually to be found in prints of that class - Aurora
FROM THE CONNECTICUT COURANT.
Connecticut must be revolutionized, say the state manager's troops because she does not harmonize with the general government; Is this the reason? Let us see then how the account stands.
Formerly it was no reason for revolutionizing Virginia, & other democratic states, because they did not harmonize with the general government under the presidency of general Washington & Mr. Adams.
It is then a greater sin to oppose Mr. Jefferson, than general Washington. - Be it so. But do democrats all harmonize with the general government? Does Mr. Randolph, and many other Virginians, does governor McKean, and a large portion of Pennsylvania, do the great body of democrats in New-York, harmonize with the general government? Does even Duane, the very watch dog of the party harmonize with the general government?
Once on a time in a severe drought, the people applied to Jupiter for rain. He enquired of them when they would have it. One wanted to get in his hay first - another to finish a journey - and a third had something else on hand, for which he wished it postponed for the present. Jupiter dismissed the fellows by saying - "gentlemen, when you agree among yourselves it will be time enough to pray to me for rain."
Boston, Sept. 9. The last London papers received in America are of the 28th of July, brought by the Sally Ann.
The fact that negotiations for peace are pending, is established by the declaration of the British King on the prorogation of Parliament, which took place on the 23d of July. Parliament was to assemble again on the 28th of August. The people of Great Britain are said to be, apparently, equally divided as to peace or war. Those who are for peace are considered of the Fox party. It is not said who is the leader of the friends of war. The editors opposed to the Foxites are zealous and able. The advocates for peace find their hopes supported, by the certainty that something like negotiations have been going on for more than a month and no pretensions have been exhibited
on either side so insuperable and offensive as to cause a rupture. No doubt if any peace is made it will be a general one. The shortness of time for which Parliament has been prorogued, gives rise to a conjecture that government expects to be able, by the 28th of August, to make some farther interesting communication on the subject; although it is well known that the time of meeting can be extended.
Extract of a letter from Mr. Robert Wilkinson, at Smyrna, dated the 27th June, 1806, received per prize Pique, Cap. Abrams, from Smyrna, arrived at Baltimore.
"On the 22d inst. an express arrived from the Ragusan Agent at Constantinople to the Consul here, informing him that the French army had entered Ragusa the 27th ult. and took possession of the castle.
"On the 20th instant arrived here the American brig Globe, John Williams master from Philadelphia.
"ROBERT WILKINSON."
From the Baltimore American.
As long since as four or five days we heard it rumored, that the marquis Yuj, had received orders from his master to insist on having his ministerial functions again recognized, by our government - and if not acceded to demand passports and abandon the country.
Extract of a letter from Boston, Sept. 5. Mr. Hinkley has just arrived here in the Sally Ann from Liverpool. In an easterly gale on Sunday last that ship ran down a fishing schooner, which was entirely lost, but the people were fortunately saved.
Expectation is excited of a naval combat between the British & French fleets on our coast. The former consists of seven ships of the line and two frigates; the latter of seven ships of the line and three frigates.
A Letter from Dr. John Garrison, to his friend in New Jersey NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 16, 1805.
Agreeable to your request, I transmit to you a sketch of my journey to this place. I passed through Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky, from whence I proceeded down the Ohio, to the Mississippi, and Louisiana; to which I made some excursions; and after a very fatiguing journey through the Floridas and the Spanish Settlements, I arrived at this place in good health.
The state of Ohio is settled chiefly by New England and Jersey people, and they retain much of their ancient customs - what gives this state the preference, the people are all freemen; no slave smarting beneath the scorpion hand of a relentless tyrant is seen here.
The upper and lower part of Louisiana is settled and improving very fast, but Indians of various tribes inhabit the middle and exterior parts. I traveled and traded with several different nations, all of whom appeared friendly and much attached to Jefferson.
Indian, blessed by having such a philanthropist their friend. I received a very curious pair of mockings as a present from one of their chiefs as a token of friendship to Americans.
The banks of the Mississippi are exceedingly rich and for two hundred miles up from Orleans are thickly settled, and well cultivated; and the most beautiful part of the world I ever saw, here is sugarcane, cotton, and rice in abundance, and the planters rich beyond description.
The Floridas are a large tract of country extending east from Orleans along the gulf of Mexico, for several hundred miles - and at present under the Spanish government, though a great many Americans are settled here, this is a very fertile country, and abounds with the necessaries of life, with excellent streams, good navigation and much trade.
The people of this excellent country generally would be very glad of a change of government, they have high notions of liberty, and envy their neighbors of Louisiana their happy change from tyranny to liberty. How advantageous would it be to have this part of the continent annexed to our Union, may it seems the union could hardly be complete without it.
The acquirement of Louisiana, with the possession of New Orleans, and free navigation of the Mississippi, are of unspeakable advantage to the western country - and the sum paid for this extensive territory, and advantage in trade, is but a trifle compared to the benefits receiving and to be received therefrom.
THE TUNISIAN AMBASSADOR.
On Saturday, the ship Two Brothers, chartered by government, for the purpose of conveying home his excellency Mehl Mehl, hoisted the Tunisian flag, and hauled into the stream.
We still keep a steady and watchful eye upon the political affairs of Europe. The ship Liberty does indeed there swim upon a tumultuous ocean - with a shoreless port in view, and all mere possibilities in perspective!
Peace seems to be throwing up a brightness, like the twilight of the morning, and hopes and fears, are seen hovering round the horizon of national Day.
Numerous details, apprehensions, & expectations are in circulation; but at present, as we conceive, to us United States' Republicans, too full of the uninteresting. Bost. Democrat.
One hundred and eleven rattlesnakes (says the last Canandaigua Repository) were killed a few days since in the town of Reading, Steuben county, by three young lads, the oldest of which was not more than 12 years old.
DIED - At the seat of Col. JOHN TAYLOR, in Caroline, on the 15th inst. the REV. ABNER WAUGH, Minister of the Protestant Episcopal Church.
POSTSCRIPT.
BALTIMORE, Sep. 16. We understand that at the time of the gale which proved so disastrous to the French fleet, admiral Jerome Bonaparte was in the Veteran, Foudroyant, adm. Willaumez's flag ship, was seen on the 23d ult. totally dismantled, in lat. 26 deg. 19 min. long. 66 deg. 39 min.
"On 21st August, lat. 26, 19, long. 66, 39, seeing a ship dismantled, with shears up to set a topsail, with English colors hoisted half mast, he bore down for her, while another schooner to leeward hauled up for her; she proved to be a French 84 having lost her rudder, masts and bowsprit, and having 700 men on board.
boat on board, which he did; and was surprised soon after to see it returned full of armed men, who brought a tow line on board, and made it fast to his mainmast. Capt. T. told them it would tear his vessel to pieces, but he was not needed.
The New York Gazette of Saturday, says, "Yesterday morning a smart firing was distinctly heard in town, from the southward, and eastward.
WHEN READ that portion of the Mutual Assurance Society against fire on Buildings of the State of Virginia, which belongs to the Country, is inadequate to the payment of the losses by fire, which have actually occurred, and which are exclusively chargeable, on the Country funds, whence has arisen the indispensable necessity, of calling for the payment of part of a quota, from the persons who have entered in the country, which requisition ought properly to be limited to those members who had insured prior to the happening of the great fire in Norfolk, on the 24th of February 1804, by which fire the joint-funds of the society were nearly exhausted.
And whereas common principles of justice obviously require, that the part of a quota so to be called for, should place all the members (new and old subscribers), of the country part of the said society on an equal footing, which can only be done by requiring from those who had insured before the said 24th of February 1804, such part of a quota or quotas, as being added to the amount of the country funds, at the date of the division of the joint funds between the town and the country would make a sum equal, or nearly equal, to the aggregate of the premiums originally paid, by those who had insured anterior to the 24th of February 1804.
And whereas the Board of Directors of the said society, have accordingly deemed it necessary and just, in conformity to a statement and estimate prepared and to them submitted by the principal Agent, to demand from each member who had a building or buildings in the country, prior to the 24th day of February 1804, part of a quota or quotas equal to two thirds of a premium or premiums originally advanced by such member, to be paid on or before the 10th day of December next.
I do now therefore in pursuance of a resolution adopted by the said Board of Directors, hereby make known to all persons whom it may concern, that the said requisition of two thirds of a quota, on each building insured in the country as aforesaid, before the said 24th day of February 1804, to be paid on or before the 10th day of December next, hath been made for the causes aforesaid, by virtue of the authority vested in the President and Directors, by an act of the General Assembly entitled, "an act for carrying into execution the constitution of the Mutual Assurance Society against fire on buildings of the State of Virginia, lately adopted at a general meeting;" and by the rules and regulations of the said society - And I do further hereby, in pursuance also of the resolution aforesaid, notify to all persons concerned, That every insurance on which the said two thirds of a quota shall be payable, under the foregoing requisition, will be forfeited, unless payment thereof, that is, of a sum equal to two thirds of the premium mentioned in the policy, be made on or before the said 10th day of December next; and such insurance will remain forfeited, until the payment of two thirds of a quota so withheld and interest thereon, shall afterwards be either voluntarily made, or coerced in the mode prescribed by law.
ALEX: MCRAE, President M A S. General Office of Assurance Richmond, 12th Sept. 1806
NOTICE. THAT the trustees of said Daniel and W. Guerrant will, on Friday the 3d October next, meet at the house formerly occupied by them as a store in this place, in order to make a second dividend of money, collected under said trust, (to subscribing creditors.)
The non-subscribing creditors, are particularly requested to attend on that day. By order of the Trustees, WM. GUERRANT. New Canton, 16 Sept. 1806.
board the Leafe, and who put in for provisions, says, that on the 11th inst. distant about 14 leagues from Cape Henry, an English 74 gun ship and a frigate were seen from the poop of the Frenchman; upon perceiving the English vessels, they immediately stood in for land, and got into the Capes on Friday last, and then stood for Annapolis.
From the Raleigh Register.
EXTRAORDINARY PHENOMENON.
The following account of an extraordinary phenomenon, that appeared to a number of people in the County of Rutherford, State of North Carolina, was made the 7th of August, 1806 in presence of David Dickie, Esq. of the country and State aforesaid, Jesse Anderson & Rev. George Newton, of the county of Buncombe, & Miss Betsey Newton, of the State of Georgia, who unanimously agreed, with the consent of the registrars, that Mr. Newton should communicate it to Mr. J. Gales, Editor of the Raleigh Register and State Gazette.
Patsy Reaves a widow woman, who lives near the Appalachian Mountain, declared, that on the 31st day of July last, about 6 o'clock P. M. her daughter Elizabeth about eight years old, was in the Cottonfield, about 10 poles from the dwelling house, which stands by computation, 6 furlongs from the Chimney Mountain, and that Elizabeth told her brother Morgan, aged 11 years, that there was a man on the mountain.
During this view, which all the spectators thought lasted upwards of an hour, she sent for Mr. Robert Siercy, who did not come at first; on a second message sent about five minutes after the first, Mr. Siercy came; & being now before us, he gives the following relation, to the substance of which Mrs. Reaves agrees.
Mr. Siercy said, when he was coming, he expected to see nothing extraordinary, and when come, being asked if he saw those people on the mountain he answered, no, but on looking a second time, he said he saw more glittering white appearances of human kind than ever he had seen of men at any general review; that they were of all sizes from that of men to infants; that they moved in throngs round a large rock, not far from the chimney rock; they were about the height of the chimney rock and moved in a semi-circular course.
Whether the above be accountable on philosophical principles, or whether it be a prelude to the descent of the Holy City, I leave to the impartially-curious to judge.
GEORGE NEWTON. P. S. The above subscriber has been informed, that on the same evening, and about the same time in which the above phenomenon appeared, there was seen, by a gentleman of character, who was several miles distant from the place, a bright Rainbow, apparently near the Sun, then in the West, where there was no appearance of either clouds or rain; but a haze in the atmosphere.
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Advertisement. IN consequence of a resolution of the General Assembly, passed at their late session, I am instructed by the Executive to make enquiry respecting the situation of all Ordnance and Military Stores, belonging to the state (not including those in the service of the United States or of this State) and make report thereof to the Governor.
In obedience to this instruction, and as the most probable mean of effecting the object contemplated by the Executive, I have thought proper thus publicly to request of such of the citizens of the Commonwealth as may have any knowledge of the situation, number, quality and size or weight of any cannon or other ordnance, and muskets; cannon balls, shells or other military stores, supposed to belong to the state, and not in immediate use, to communicate a particular report thereof to me as soon as convenient.
SAMUEL COLEMAN, Clerk to the Executive. Richmond, Feb. 7, 1806. (H)
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TO BE SOLD, for cash, at John F. Farrar's, on Rockfish river, in Amherst county, on Monday the 25th day of August next, by virtue of a deed of trust, to me executed, by John F. Farrar, for the purpose of discharging his debt due to Rives, Murphy & Co. therein specified. ONE NEGRO WOMAN, named Milley, and her child, named Henley, and the increase of the said Milley, if any, since the executing the said trust; one SET OF BLACK SMITH'S TOOLS, and one COVEY MARE and COLT. Daniel Higginbotham, Trustee. Amherst, 10th July 1806. 4w
The sale of the above property is POSTPONED until the FIRST DAY OF OCTOBER NEXT at which time it will certainly be sold DANIEL HIGGINBOTHAM.
IN COUNCIL, 29th March, 1806. IT is advised, that it be advertised in the public papers that PROPOSALS will be received by the Executive from any person willing to contract to furnish the necessary Clothing for the Public Guard for the present year. Dan. L. Hylton, Clerk of the Council.
** TICKETS in the Second Class of the William and Mary College Lottery are for sale at this office. Discoveries of Lewis and his Party, in Louisiana. A few copies of the above interesting work, just received, and for SALE , at the Post Office, Williamsburg, and at this office. May 5 1806
BY virtue of a deed of trust now of record in the district court of Richmond executed to me by Jacob Trubel, of the county of Powhatan, on the 8th day of February, 1805, in order to secure the payment of £448 11s. 4d. due to Lyle and McClellie of Manchester, with the legal interest accruing thereon, and the costs necessary to carry the trust into execution, will be SOLD to the highest bidder, for ready money, a Zachariah Brooks's tavern, in the town of Manchester, on the first day of October next, 200 ACRES OF LAND, being the same more or less, lying and being in the county of Powhatan, or perhaps a part thereof may be in the county of Chesterfield, and bounded by the lands of Benjamin Watkins, Reuben Winfrey, Samuel Roper and the Buckingham road, being the whole of the tract of land on which the said Jacob Trubel now resides. THO'S DEPP, Trustee, Manchester, August 25th, 1806. tds
Negroes for Sale. The subscriber will sell a great bargain in SIX NEGROES, consisting of one negro man, who is a good shoemaker—two women, accustomed to house in heat—two girls, of about ten years of age, and one small boy. The above negroes will be for private sale until the first Monday in October, and if not disposed of, will, on that day, be sold, at Public Auction at the Vendue Office at Prosser & Moore's, on 60 days credit. THOMAS BURGESS. August 27th, 1806. tds
NOTICE. The price of TUCKER'S BLACK-STONE after the first of January, 1807, will be twenty two dollars and fifty cents. The subscribers to that work who have not yet taken their copies, will not after that time be entitled to the subscription terms. Philadelphia July, 1806. 1st Jan
MILLINERY. MRS. S. PLEASANTS in corner house next door below Jacob Johnson's Bookstore has received a handsome assortment of BONNETS, HATS, &c. of newest fashion, just from Philadelphia. A supply will be constantly kept on hand.
A MILLER WANTED. The subscribers wish to employ a MILLER, to attend to a manufacturing mill. To one that can give some well recommended, liberal wages will be given. S. W. Venable & Womack. Prince Edward July 4, 1806. tf
REMOVAL. H. DABNEY has removed to the house on the Main Street, nearly opposite Mr. J. Darnall's and next door to Mr. W. Mitchell's brick building. Where he offers for SALE a general assortment of GROCERIES, on reasonable terms, for cash, or produce only. A consignment of stuff in packages of any size, from 15 to 60 lbs., will be sold below the usual price of that article. Richmond, August 11 1806 tf
An Advantageous Sale. ON Thursday the 30th of October her next will be SOLD, at my house, in Prince Edward county, about 12 miles above the courthouse, 9 valuable likely young Virginia born NEGROES, and all my stock of Cattle, Hogs and Horses, crop of Corn, Fodder, &c. also 400 acres of LAND, well inclosed, with a good dwelling house and all out houses sufficient for a large family. It is thought unnecessary to give any particular description of the Land as it is presumed that those inclined to purchase, will wish to view it. tld Prince Edward county, 29th Aug. 1806. Joel Davis.
Forty Dollars FOR the apprehension of PETER, who ran away on the 6th instant. He is about 17 years old, 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high, of a very dark complexion, robust and rather handsome, stutters and appears very different when spoken to. As his father, who I am certain has instigated him to this conduct, is generally acquainted with the masters of vessels that sail to and from Norfolk, Petersburg and Richmond. I think it highly probable that he is either in one of those places or on board some of the vessels that sail to and from them. The above reward and all reasonable expenses will be paid for the delivery of the said boy. All masters of vessels and others are forewarned from harboring or carrying him out of the state. Samuel Demoville. Charles City Aug 30th 1806. tf
Land & Negroes, for Sale. BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to the subscriber, by Simon Glenn, to secure the payment of the sum of two hundred pounds, due to John Price, and the necessary expenses in recording and carrying said deed into effect, will be SOLD, to the highest bidder, for ready money, on Saturday the 4th day of October next at William Price's tavern, in the county of Louisa, a TRACT OF LAND lying in said county containing by actual survey one hundred and thirty-nine acres, lying upon the Roundabout Creek; and the following NEGROES to wit: Phebe, Fanny and Alice, children of Phebe, Betty, George, Ben and Mat or so much of said property as will be sufficient to pay the said sum of £200 with the interest accumulated thereon, and the expenses above mentioned. WILLIAM PRICE, Trustee. September 2d 1806. 8t
WILL BE SOLD, On the premises, in Buckingham county, at public sale, for ready money, to the highest bidder, at the place called the Mountain Houses. Two Tracts or Parcels of Land, Containing in the two 500 acres. Also, another tract of 500 acres, in Amherst county, on Rucker's run, mortgaged by Charles Patterson to George Kippin & Co. to secure a payment of three hundred and sixty five pounds fourteen shillings and four pence half penny, with interest from the 26th day of August, 1779, and all costs, decreed by the said court of Buckingham, November, 1798. The first mentioned two tracts will be sold, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to satisfy the plaintiffs' demand, the 16th day of October, 1806—the said 500 acres in Amherst county, will be sold, on the land, the 19th day of October, 1806, or so much thereof as will satisfy the plaintiffs' demand. By the Commissioners. August 18th, 1806. 6w
NOTICE. I EXPECT to remove to the state of Kentucky or Tennessee in the course of the ensuing fall; all persons having claims against me as deputy sheriff, or in my individual capacity, are requested to bring them forward in order to receive payment on or before the 15th day of October next; also, those indebted to me, are desired to make immediate payment, as I wish to make a final settlement of my business, previous to my removal. Joel Yancey. Albemarle county, 28th Aug 1806. 6w
WILL BE SOLD, To the highest bidder, on Tuesday the 14th of October next, at the late residence of Mr. John Gunn, dec. in the county of Henrico, on James river, six miles below Richmond all the PERISHABLE PROPERTY belonging to the estate of the said Gunn, consisting of house and kitchen FURNITURE , about eighty volumes of BOOKS , plantation UTENSILS , crops of CORN FODDER, HAY, &c. , stock of HORSES and CATTLE , and many other articles too tedious to enumerate. A credit of twelve months will be allowed for all sums exceeding ten dollars, with bond and approved security bearing interest from the date—but the interest will be remitted if the principle is punctually paid. I deem it necessary to mention that among the horses are a colt and a filly, by Bedford and Diomed, out of a Doyenne mare, whose dam was got by Clockfast. The colt is allowed by all who have seen him (and many of those are esteemed judges) to be as promising (if not more so,) as any they have seen—As they are the joint property of an individual and his estate, the amount for which they may sell, will be divided, and separate bonds taken. Persons having demands against the estate are requested to make them known, and those indebted to make payment to JOHN TURPIN, Sen. Adm'r. September 5th, 1805. tds
TO BE SOLD, A New Kent County Courthouse, on Monday the 22nd of this month, a NEGRO BOY, Billy, taken as the property of Isaac Singleton to satisfy three attachments obtained against the estate of said Singleton, as an absconding debtor, one in the name of Robert Hayes, one in the name of Robert Hayes and partner, and one in the name of Robert Warren, against said Singleton—All persons having claim, or title of claim to said property, are desired to produce the same, if any such there be, on the day of sale, as this notice will be plead in bar of all claims thereafter made. Jones R. Christian, D. Sheriff. For THOMAS GILBORN, Sheriff. September 2d, 1805. tds
Interesting to Parents! THE WILLIAMSBURG ACADEMY, For Female Education. The annual course of tuition will commence on the 1st October, and the new arrangement of the several branches of instruction, presents a pleasing view of female improvement, well calculated to impress a conviction of the benefits of the Institution. Careful observation and the experience of several years, assiduously devoted to the cultivation of the female mind, have rendered Mr. Anderson familiar with every view of the subject, and enabled him to adapt his system, successfully, to the wants and wishes of those who take an interest in it. The lessons and exercises of the difficult but delightful accomplishment of music, are distributed in a manner which will quickly inspire the youthful practitioners with an emulation to excel, and give them the habit of gratifying their friends with an exhibition of their performance. The arrangements of the Dancing School, offer a still more satisfactory prospect of the advance of the young ladies in polite and graceful acquirements, and by a judicious combination, are rendered subservient to the most valuable objects of general improvement. The advantages of this branch of the Institution cannot be particularly explained; but a correct estimate of the habits and tastes of society in this state, justifies the assertion, that they alone form an adequate inducement to pass a winter at Williamsburg. As a fit scene for the education of young ladies, Williamsburg has long been distinguished by the approbation and preference of the public; and in no situation, perhaps, can the unfortunate neglect of early improvement more successfully obtain the remedy which parental solicitude demands. Let it be remembered however, that the solid acquirements of a liberal education, are best secured, by devoting to it the first years of unfolding reason; and, if we consider at how early a period of their age, young ladies make their entrance into life, it becomes evident, that the lessons and exercises necessary to their improvement, should commence with the first dawn of mental expansion. Parents should therefore pay particular attention to the early instruction of their daughters, and the best scene of elementary tuition, would, under favorable circumstances, be the parental roof; but should any cause prevent the domestic communication of this necessary instruction, a just confidence may be placed in the judicious regulations of Mr. Anderson's institution. His system embraces as essential to its object, those active and cheerful recreations, which whilst they promote health, and assist personal development, render the young mind insensible to the weight, and unconscious of the restraints of confinement. And that parents may have every possible inducement to send their daughters early to the Academy, young ladies whose age does not exceed ten years, will be boarded at half the usual price. In compliance with the wish of some very liberal Individuals, whose solicitude for the more rapid or perfect improvement of their daughters, renders them regardless of increased expense, a private class of six or eight young ladies will be formed, who, in addition to the established lessons of the school, will receive every possible assistance of extra instruction and attention. As the terms for this class will be considerably higher than the charge for the established course, those who desire to be interested in it, will receive, on application by letter or otherwise, a particular communication. Williamsburg, September 1, 1806. Im
THE LOT & HOUSES whereon John Hamilton, Esq. the British Consul resides: on it are a three story Dwelling House, an Office and Kitchen, and other necessary houses for family use; a Well of good Water, newly fitted and a Garden lately pulled in, a Warehouse and Cellar under it; the remains of a Wharf, which will make a good foundation to build on; with all the privileges of lots situated on the river, of extending a wharf. Also 271 1/2 Acres of well timbered LAND, with a good Fishery on Willoughby's Bay, taking in the mouth and part of Mason's Creek, where the best of Oysters and Fish can be conveniently taken. Also, a LOT in Smithfield, between Mrs. Pardie's and Captain Todd's lots.—For terms apply to Thos. Newton. August 2. tf
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to the subscriber by Richard Farrer, deceased, of the county of Albemarle, for the purpose of securing the payment of a debt due to Rives, Murphy and Co. as therein specified and all charges attending the execution of the trust, WILL BE SOLD, To the highest bidder, for ready money, on Saturday the 11th of October next, at the dwelling house of the said Richard Farrer, dec. in the county aforesaid, THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY viz: One negro man, named Square, one named Jacob, one named Watt, and one named Isaac; also, one negro woman named Betty, and one named Rachel, and their increase, if any since the executing of the trust. Daniel Higginbotham, Trustee. Amherst county, Sept 3d 1806. 4w
JUST received at this office, THE SECOND VOLUME OF Burk's History of Virginia. Subscribers are requested to call and take their books. August 27.
FOR SALE, MY PLANTATION, SITUATED in the County of Chesterfield, on both sides of Falling Creek seven miles from Manchester, adjoining the Lands of Col. Matthew Cheatham, and Mr. Darden Cheatham, containing 490 acres, 200 of which are cleared and in good order, the balance well timbered and equal to any on the Creek; the Dwelling house & kitchen new; the dwelling house has three rooms and a passage on the lower floor, and three above—the kitchen 20 by 40 feet—with other necessary out houses; all of which are in good repair, with an excellent peach and apple orchard also, two valuable mill seats, lying on the above Creek. The payments will be one half on making a right, the balance in two annual payments, to be secured by deed of trust on the Land. The purchaser will be permitted to sow a crop of wheat immediately, and possession given the first day of November next. The land can be shown any person, by application to the subscriber living on the premises, and the price made known. A. NEWES & CO. Have for sale, at their store, opposite the Market, Salt in sacks Jamaica and Antigua Rum New England Rum Port & Sherry Wine Old Cogniac Brandy Leaf and Brown Sugar Molasses Coffee of superior quality Alexandria Crackers Rhode Island Cheese A general assortment of CROCKERY and STONE WARE, and Rhode Island LIME. Richmond, July 4th, 1806. tf
MATTRASSES. CAN be had on very short notice, MATTRASSES of all sizes & kinds, agreeably to order in the corner house, same square, below Mr. Jos Darnall's, near the market, and next door to Mr. Jacob Johnson's book store.—Also, BEDS furnished, and old mattrasse worked over. June 5 1806. Jno. S. Pleasants.
FOR SALE, THAT valuable TRACT OF LAND, on which Cumberland Courthouse stands —It contains about TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY ACRES one half of which is yet uncultivated. Besides the advantage of being the Courthouse on this tract of Land, it is situated on one of the most public roads in Virginia; as a public stand there are none that can surpass it. The buildings with some repairs, may be made sufficiently extensive and comfortable. Part cash will be expected of the purchaser, when possession is given; a reasonable credit will be allowed for the balance or if it suits the purchaser better limited property will be received in part. Green Taylor and Mark B. Woodson, both of Cumberland county, are authorized to sell the above tract of land. Or the same may be purchased of the subscriber in Buckingham county, near Allen's Mill. BEVERLY LANGHORNE. June 10th, 1806. 4m
THE subscribers, Brewers of Porter and Ale, in Philadelphia, desirous of extending the consumption of their liquor in Richmond and the neighboring towns, will afford a complete supply of every article and all the information necessary for carrying on a Porter Cellar, in the said place, on receiving sufficient security for final payment. Application to be made to them in Philadelphia, or to Messrs. Macmurdo and Fisher. P. Hare & Son. LBN. August 8th, 1806.
A BARGAIN MAY BE HAD IN A Chariot, Harness and Pair of Excellent Horses. Enquire of the printer. Richmond, August 2, 1806. tf
FOR SALE, THE LOT & HOUSES whereon John Hamilton, Esq. the British Consul resides: on it are a three story Dwelling House, an Office and Kitchen, and other necessary houses for family use; a Well of good Water, newly fitted and a Garden lately pulled in, a Warehouse and Cellar under it; the remains of a Wharf, which will make a good foundation to build on; with all the privileges of lots situated on the river, of extending a wharf. Also 271 1/2 Acres of well timbered LAND, with a good Fishery on Willoughby's Bay, taking in the mouth and part of Mason's Creek, where the best of Oysters and Fish can be conveniently taken. Also, a LOT in Smithfield, between Mrs. Pardie's and Captain Todd's lots.—For terms apply to Thos. Newton. August 2. tf
JUST PUBLISHED, Dr. SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jun. and for sale by the press, dozen, or single, at his Printing Office and Book-Store, Richmond; The Virginia Almanack, FOR THE YEAR OF OUR LORD, 1807; Being the third after Bissextil or Leap Year, Adapted to the Latitude and Meridian of Richmond. Calculated by BENJAMIN BATES, Of Hanover county Virginia. Containing, besides the astronomical calculations, officers of Government, members of the Senate and House of Delegates, times of holding the superior & county courts throughout the state, list of roads, &c. &c. &c. a great variety of useful and entertaining matter. Great allowance made to wholesale purchasers. September 13th, 1806.
WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE, August, 1806 IT is hereby made known to the public, that there will be established in College a plain, but decent table, upon the lowest terms, which will secure the institution against loss. The board will commence on the 3d Monday in October, the period fixed for opening the lectures in the philosophical and mathematical schools. It is also notified, that all junior students will be compelled to lodge in College, to board at the public table, to devote certain stated hours to study, to appear at the calling of a roll at 8 o'clock in the evening, during the winter term, and at 9, during that of the summer, to continue in their rooms, after they have retired from the roll, at the next morning, and to observe other regulations, which cannot fail to be highly beneficial to youth. The object of these arrangements is, not only to diminish the expense of a student at this College, but, to guard, as effectually as can be done, against dissipation and idleness. For this latter purpose, a system more restrictive than that hitherto adopted, will be steadily pursued. Parents and Guardians who witness the increased tendency to those evils, against which the College holds itself bound to oppose every barrier within its power, will not hesitate to approve of those means, which may be deemed necessary for so salutary a purpose. But, a silent approbation is not sufficient. Their co-operation also is essential. They are, therefore, earnestly requested to take care, that their sons, or wards, shall be compelled to observe prudent and wise economy. It is a maxim, not to be forgotten, that the improvement of youth will generally be inversely as their expense; nor is it less true, that their expenditures will be in proportion to the temptations, which a misapplied liberality must excite. Let then no money be furnished beyond a moderate sum; and, let no credit be allowed, except for specified articles, and to a specified amount. This advice to parents and guardians, will, it is hoped, be duly appreciated, and departed from in no instance. It is impossible, that the wisest system of education can give to youth these inestimable benefits, which might otherwise be desired, if parents and guardians do not strenuously and zealously comply. Obedience to this economy, which is here so earnestly recommended; and, that every one may know what may be considered as the necessary expenditure of a student, at this College, it is stated, that The board for the course, will not exceed dol. Fees to two professors, 1.00 Candles, fuel and washing, 35 Pocket money, not to exceed 40 2.75 By the Society, J. MABISON, Pr. (A2S20) August 19.
William Cheatham. September 6, 1806. 2w*
Racing at Surry Courthouse, WILL commence on Wednesday the 5th of November and continue three days. First day, a Post Sweepstakes for Colts and Fillies, two years old, and the advantage mile heats, carrying each a feather; entrance TWENTY DOLLARS, ten colts entered and subscription closed. Second day, the Surry Jockey Club Purse of THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS, three mile heats. Third day, (Friday) the Proprietor's Purse of ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS, two mile heats. All persons who start horses for this purse will be required to pay the sum of TWENTY DOLLARS, except members of the Club, and from them an entrance of EIGHT DOLLARS will be required. The weights of the course are as follows: Aged horses, lbs. 130 6 years old, 120 5 years old, 119 4 years old, 100 3 years old, 86 CHARLES H. GRAVES, Secretary. Agreeable to the rules of the club, a meeting will be held at Mr. David Price's, on Wednesday evening, the 5th November. Good stables and litter furnished race horses gratis, by DAVID PRICE, Proprietor of the Course. Surry county, 8th September 1806. 4R
SUBSCRIBERS TO Rees's New Cyclopaedia, ARE desired to call at this Office and receive their Books, the 1st and 2nd part being ready for delivery, and the publishers anxious to receive their money in order to enable them to prosecute the work. September 10.
TEN DOLLARS REWARD. STOLEN from the subscriber, off the common or Manchester, a BAY HORSE, nine years old, four feet ten inches high, a blaze face, switch or half dock'd tail, branded R on his left hip, a remarkable hole under his right eye, and a natural pacer. The above reward of TEN DOLLARS, shall be paid to any person who will give certain information where the said horse may be got or if brought to Manchester, the above reward with all necessary expenses shall likewise be paid. Archibald Campbell. August 19th, 1806. 3t
JUST PUBLISHED, Dr. SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jun. and for sale by the press, dozen, or single, at his Printing Office and Book-Store, Richmond; The Virginia Almanack, FOR THE YEAR OF OUR LORD, 1807; Being the third after Bissextil or Leap Year, Adapted to the Latitude and Meridian of Richmond. Calculated by BENJAMIN BATES, Of Hanover county Virginia. Containing, besides the astronomical calculations, officers of Government, members of the Senate and House of Delegates, times of holding the superior & county courts throughout the state, list of roads, &c. &c. &c. a great variety of useful and entertaining matter. Great allowance made to wholesale purchasers. September 13th, 1806.
WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE, August, 1806 IT is hereby made known to the public, that there will be established in College a plain, but decent table, upon the lowest terms, which will secure the institution against loss. The board will commence on the 3d Monday in October, the period fixed for opening the lectures in the philosophical and mathematical schools. It is also notified, that all junior students will be compelled to lodge in College, to board at the public table, to devote certain stated hours to study, to appear at the calling of a roll at 8 o'clock in the evening, during the winter term, and at 9, during that of the summer, to continue in their rooms, after they have retired from the roll, at the next morning, and to observe other regulations, which cannot fail to be highly beneficial to youth. The object of these arrangements is, not only to diminish the expense of a student at this College, but, to guard, as effectually as can be done, against dissipation and idleness. For this latter purpose, a system more restrictive than that hitherto adopted, will be steadily pursued. Parents and Guardians who witness the increased tendency to those evils, against which the College holds itself bound to oppose every barrier within its power, will not hesitate to approve of those means, which may be deemed necessary for so salutary a purpose. But, a silent approbation is not sufficient. Their co-operation also is essential. They are, therefore, earnestly requested to take care, that their sons, or wards, shall be compelled to observe prudent and wise economy. It is a maxim, not to be forgotten, that the improvement of youth will generally be inversely as their expense; nor is it less true, that their expenditures will be in proportion to the temptations, which a misapplied liberality must excite. Let then no money be furnished beyond a moderate sum; and, let no credit be allowed, except for specified articles, and to a specified amount. This advice to parents and guardians, will, it is hoped, be duly appreciated, and departed from in no instance. It is impossible, that the wisest system of education can give to youth these inestimable benefits, which might otherwise be desired, if parents and guardians do not strenuously and zealously comply. Obedience to this economy, which is here so earnestly recommended; and, that every one may know what may be considered as the necessary expenditure of a student, at this College, it is stated, that The board for the course, will not exceed dol. Fees to two professors, 1.00 Candles, fuel and washing, 35 Pocket money, not to exceed 40 2.75 By the Society, J. MABISON, Pr. (A2S20) August 19.
1459 1-2 ACRES OF LAND FOR SALE: 772 of which lies in the county of Pittsylvania, upon the branches of Elkhorn, and Slocum creeks, adjoining the lines of Joseph Terry, James Johnson, and others. The greater part of this land is excellent tobacco land, the whole lies well, is well watered, and timbered, and all in wood, 400 acres in the county of Buckingham, on the waters of Flurry, and middle State river adjoining the lines of Charles Maxey, Nicholas Conner, and others—this land is also uncultivated, lies well, well timbered and watered, and a good proportion fit for the culture of tobacco, and a most excellent situation for the raising of stock of all kinds. 237 1-2 acres on the head of Hatcher's creek, in the said county of Buckingham, adjoining the lands of capt. Peter May, Leonard Glyburn, and others—about one half of this tract is cleared, the greater part of which has lain fallow a number of years; consequently in prime order for the putting in of small grain this fall, which it would bring well, if properly put in—the other half is in woods, and of good growth; there is also on this land a pretty good dwelling house, two rooms below and one above, with a brick chimney, with a five place in the two lower rooms, and some necessary out houses. The whole of the above lands are now offered for sale, and upon moderate terms, but if not sold privately, the first tract, will be laid off into lots and sold, to the highest bidder, at Halifax Old Town (now Peytonsburg) a few miles below the said land, on the first Monday in November next, part cash and part upon credit. The other two, if not sold before, will at Buckingham court, on the second Monday in November next, be sold, to the highest bidder, as above; in the meantime, any one who will buy, may treat with the proprietor, living in Buckingham county. Henry Bell. Buckingham, Aug. 5, 1806 (WIN 10)
NOTICE. BY virtue of a deed of trust executed to us by Richard Foster, for the benefit of Thomas Perkins, will be SOLD for cash, at said Perkins's Store, in Amelia county, on the 22nd instant, five HORSES, one N. GRAY MAN by the name of Chance, and the tract of LAND, whereon the said Foster lives, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to satisfy said debt and costs attending said sale. GEORGE COTT THOMPSON SCOTT } Trustees. JOHN JETER, September 24, 1806 w3t*
TO RENT, THE TENEMENT formerly occupied by Messrs. James and Alexander Dundas, and lately by William T. Stone, at the west end of the market bridge, and adjoining the house in which an extensive vendue store is about to be established. If more agreeable, I would sell, on reasonable terms, a lease of above seven and a half years in the said tenement. Will in M'Kim. Richmond, July 23th, 1806. wtf
BILLS OF LADING, May be had at this Office.