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VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[XVTH YEAR.]
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[No. 1432.]
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1808.
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By authority.
AN ACT
To provide for the payment of certain expenses, incurred in the impeachment of Samuel Chase.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That the accounting officers of the Treasury be, and they are hereby directed to audit and settle the accounts of all persons who may have claims against the United States, for expenses incurred in the enquiry into the conduct, and in the impeachment of Samuel Chase; which expenses may have been authorized by the Committee of Enquiry, or the Managers of the said impeachment: Provided, that the said accounts shall have been first certified by the chairman of the said Committee or Managers; and the same shall be paid out of any monies in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated.
J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate.
January 21, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
For the relief of Oliver Evans.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That it shall and may be lawful for the Secretary of State on application in writing by Oliver Evans, to cause letters patent to be made out in the manner and form prescribed by the act entitled "An act to promote the progress of useful arts, and to repeal the act heretofore made for that purpose," thereby granting to said Oliver Evans, his heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, for a term not exceeding fourteen years, the full and exclusive right and liberty of making, constructing, using, and vending to be used, his invention, discovery and improvements in the art of manufacturing flour and meal, and in the several machines which he has discovered, invented, improved, and applied to that purpose: Provided, That no person who may have heretofore paid the said Oliver Evans for license to use his said improvements shall be obliged to renew said license, or be subject to damages for not renewing the same: And provided also, That no person who shall have used the said improvements, or have erected the same for use, before the issuing of the said patent, shall be liable to damages therefor.
J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate.
January 21, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
To continue in force for a limited time an act, intitled "An act continuing for a limited time the salaries of the officers of government therein mentioned."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That an act passed on the twentieth day of February, one thousand eight hundred and four, intitled "An act continuing for a limited time the salaries of the officers of government therein mentioned," shall be and continue in force for the term of three years, and to the end of the next session of Congress thereafter and no longer.
J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate.
January 27, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Supplementary to an act intitled "An act for fortifying the ports and harbors of the United States, and for building gun boats."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the president of the United States is hereby authorised to cause such of the fortifications heretofore built or commenced, as he may deem necessary to be repaired or completed, and such other fortifications and works to be erected as will afford more effectual protection to our ports and harbors, and preserve therein the respect due to the constituted authorities of the nation, and that the sum of one million of dollars, in addition to the sums heretofore appropriated, be, and the same is hereby appropriated for that purpose, out of any money in the treasury, not otherwise appropriated.
J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate.
January 8, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
To extend certain privileges therein mentioned to Anthony Boucheirie.
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That two
years residence as required by an act, entitled, "An act to extend the privilege of obtaining patents for useful discoveries and inventions to certain persons therein mentioned, and to enlarge and define the penalties for violating the rights of patentees," shall not be required of Anthony Boucheirie, to enable him to obtain a patent for any discovery he has made in the art of manufacturing sugar, but that he shall obtain a patent therefor, on his conforming to the other requisitions of said act.
J. B. VARNUM,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON,
Vice-President of the United States and President of the Senate.
January 7, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
Supplementary to an act entitled "An act regulating the grants of land and providing for the disposal of the lands of the United States, South of the state of Tennessee."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That every person and the legal representatives of every person, who being either the head of a family or above the age of twenty-one years, and who did on the third day of March, one thousand eight hundred and seven, actually inhabit and cultivate a tract of land not claimed by virtue of a certificate granted by the board of commissioners east and west of Pearl river, in the Mississippi territory, and who had obtained permission to remain on such tract or tracts of land agreeable to an act intitled "An act to prevent settlements being made on lands ceded to the United States, until authorised by law," shall be entitled to a preference in becoming the purchaser from the United States of such tract of land, at the price at which the other lands of the United States in the said territory are directed to be sold, and payment may be made therefor in the same manner and under the same conditions as directed by law for such other lands: Provided, That such tract of land shall not exceed one section: And provided also, that the same shall be survey agreeably to the sectional lines already established, or which may hereafter be established by the surveyor of the lands of the United States south of the state of Tennessee.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That every person claiming a tract of land by virtue of this act, shall, before the first day of October next, deliver to the register of the land office within whose district the land may be, a notice of his claim, in writing, together with a plat of the tract of land claimed; and if any person shall fail to deliver such notice and plat, the person or persons so failing, shall forfeit all claim, or pretensions of claim to such tract of land, and the same shall be sold with the other lands of the United States in said territory.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That persons entitled to a right of preemption under the first section of this act, shall be allowed until the first day of January, one thousand eight hundred and nine, to make the first payment of the purchase money of such tract or tracts of land as may be claimed by virtue of said section, and the residue of the said purchase money shall be paid in the same manner and under the same conditions as directed for the other lands in said territory.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That this act shall not extend to any person or persons claiming other lands in said territory, in his or their own right, by virtue of British or Spanish grants, or to any person or persons to whom a donation has been granted, by either of the said boards of commissioners.
J. B. VARNUM,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON,
Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate.
January 19, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
AN ACT
To revive and continue in force for a further time, the first section of the act, intitled "An act further to protect the Commerce and Seamen of the United States, against the Barbary Powers."
BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That so much of the act passed on the twenty-fifth day of March, 1804, intitled "An act further to protect the Commerce and Seamen of the United States, against the Barbary powers," as is contained in the first section of the said act, be, and the same hereby is revived, and continued in force until the first day of January next: Provided, however, That the additional duty laid by the said section, shall be collected on all such goods, wares and merchandise liable
to pay the same as shall have been imported previous to that day.
J. B. VARNUM,
Speaker of the House of Representatives.
GEO. CLINTON,
Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate.
January 19, 1808.
APPROVED,
TH: JEFFERSON.
From the Baltimore Evening Post.
We have before us several columns of remarks, extracted from "Bell's Weekly Messenger," on the "mission of Mr. Rose to America." The opinion of various persons as to its object are given, as also this general conclusion, that it will end in a fiction.
It seems to be the opinion of the writer that Great Britain, having the command of the ocean, has an undoubted right to dictate navigation-laws for the whole world; yet he inclines to an opinion that the benefit of Great Britain is promoted by a neutral trade, when that trade is placed under proper regulations. The following paragraphs are selected to shew what his opinion is of the object of Mr. Rose:
It would be unjust, we think to deprive America of employing a great portion of her capital. The revenues of America are the produce of her carrying trade. The very source of her existence and independence is the traffic which she carries on for other nations. Have we a right to shackle this industry? Certainly not. But when America lays herself out for a species of commerce derive it from her relation as a neutral to two belligerent powers which commerce is so unequally beneficial to the belligerents, that it nourishes and supports the one, and cripples and defeats the just objects of the hostility of the other, when a commerce, we contend, of this nature is insisted upon by America, if we have not a right to interdict it, we have at least a right to limit or direct it to an end, as advantageous to ourselves as it has been, for a long time, to the other belligerent.
We acknowledge the right of America, but we have a right of our own; and when the two obligations clash, it is just that both should concede a little, and melt into compromise.
The object then of Mr. Rose's mission is to procure this compromise. Its purpose is, as we are given to understand from sufficient authority, to propose to America a continuing trade of France—by suspending our own navigation laws in her favor, and permitting her to trade unrestrictedly in produce of our West India Islands. Here she may freight as many vessels as she chooses with sugar and rum, without interfering with us; for our object is to get the chance of a market for this produce, which abounds at home beyond the demand, and which is absolutely wasting in the islands for want of purchasers.
Here therefore, America will have a full scope for her capital; but the next question is, will France, or the other nations under her influence, be permitted to buy it, when it is acknowledged, notwithstanding the decency of neutral carriage, as the produce of the British West Indies. We believe there is but little doubt but they will, and if the traffic be permitted, it will be infinitely more beneficial to America as the carrier. Her route will be straight forward, her supply more ample, the commodity cheaper, and the risk, except the ordinary hazard of the voyage, nothing at all.
Our West India planters must have more immediate relief, or be ruined; and, if it can be brought about, no method seems more feasible than the one proposed.
Shinning Mill, Brockton Township, Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia County, June 20, 1807.
STR. No common motive could induce, nor no common object justify, an obscure individual, who is altogether a stranger, in thus obtruding himself upon your notice. My motives, I trust, are as pure as my object is important. To aid in establishing manufactures throughout the United States, and thus perpetuating the independence she has so gloriously acquired, is an object of primary importance. It is now peculiarly our duty. The situation of Europe and our own wants, imperiously require that America should provide the means of supplying her own demands.
I have for thirty years been in the business of making yarn from hemp and flax—manufacturing sail cloth, cotton bagging, osnaburgs and other coarse linens. Twenty-five years in Europe and five years in the United States. I have a model of part of the machinery necessary in those manufactures exposed to public inspection at the federal city these three years. Since that model was made, the machinery has undergone considerable improvements.
The manufacture, from which I date this letter, I have had in successful operation these three years. I have from 30 to 40 people, mostly young women, now employed in the manufacture of articles above mentioned, girth webbing, and other useful articles. One young woman, hired for a dollar a week, and found in bed, board and washing, spins every day from six to eight pounds of flax or hemp into yarn, for the above purposes. She can attend thirty spindles of flax or hemp in five systems, or twenty spindles of cordage in ten systems.
My weavers, who are all women, weave from 15 to 20 yards of cotton bagging per day or from 50 to 60 yards of girth web-
bing per day. I intend to weave sail cloths by water; but not having the loom yet in operation, cannot speak positively as to its products. It is however, now nearly ready, and I have no doubt will work very well.
The above cloths are woven with double and twisted yarn; their strength is consequently much superior to any woven in the common way. Neither starch or tallow are put upon the webs, as was the practice in the former mode of weaving. Of cordage, a young woman in my manufactory can spin from eight to ten hundred weight per day.
The friends to the true independence and permanent prosperity of America, who have witnessed the effect of my machinery here, are desirous that efforts should be made to introduce similar manufactures throughout the United States. The step I am now taking is with a view to accomplish this end. The prime cost of the machinery is very low. Supposing the iron & steel parts to be made here, and the wood work on the spot where it is to be erected, the expense will not be more than ten dollars a system. A flax and hemp system contains six spindles; a cordage system contains but two spindles; the cost is the same.
It is not indeed, nor will it be expected, that I should in a communication of this kind, enter into a detailed description of the machinery of manufactures. Any person, company or state, wishing to purchase, may appoint a man to visit the manufactory, who shall by ocular demonstration, be convinced of the truth of every assertion I have made, and of the facility with which I can cause the machines to be constructed and persons instructed in the manufactory. If machinery is made according to my directions, and the manufactory conducted in the same manner, and upon trial found inferior to what I have prescribed, and shall more fully detail upon application to purchase, the machinery shall be mine, and the person, company, or state purchasing, be at full liberty to throw up the contract.
I will undertake in this factory to instruct the women in all its branches—backing—spreading—spinning—doubling, and twisting twines. Women may either be sent from the state in which the mill is erected, or women can be hired or instructed here, and sent to the place.
It is respectfully suggested, that the erection of mills upon the principle of mine, and for the purposes here set forth, would afford the most profitable and beneficial means of employing those unfortunate members of society who are confined in penitentiary houses and other places of public employment.
Should your excellency be of opinion that this communication is worthy of consideration as a mean of national independence, national industry, or national wealth, your having the goodness to submit it to the legislature of the state over which you preside, will be esteemed an obligation.
Any further information will readily be communicated, and all information or offers of purchase be attended to by,
Your excellency's most obt. serv't.
JOHN GEO. BAXTER.
The Governor of Ohio
From the Boston Democrat.
Light Artillery is, at the present day, considered the most advantageous arm of an army, and a terror to the enemy.
Before I enter into the details of its organization, I think it my duty to prove its great advantage over Foot Artillery, stating for the same distance, say three miles, with pieces of Battle Artillery, will arrive, at full gallop, on the ground in 15 minutes, that is, 30 minutes sooner than the pieces of Battle Artillery, which cannot arrive in less than 45 minutes, the men keeping pace with the infantry, and the pieces with the horse.
Calculating that a piece can be fired 4 times in a minute, each piece of Light Artillery will have fired 120 times. The fate of a battle may be decided before the Battle Artillery has arrived at its position. Besides, Light Artillery seldom falls into the hands of the enemy, for it returns at full gallop; whilst on the contrary, Battle Artillery is often taken, and is of course used against those who could not defend it.
Light Artillery, can be carried to all the positions where Battle Artillery is carried.
Light Artillery, considering it well, is but a Cavalry, followed by pieces of Artillery, of eight or twelve pounders, (French) which field-pieces (for siege-pieces for the same caliber would not answer, they being too heavy, and consequently inconvenient) are mounted on a two wheel carriage, on which are placed all the necessary utensils for the service, in whole, of the piece. To this carriage are affixed two hind wheels, on which is an iron bar, that passes through a hole made in the back part of said carriage, and which alone connects them together. (A comparison may be drawn between this and a four-wheel carriage.) On these hind wheels is also placed a small caisson, or chest, containing about 16 or 20 charges, so as not to be obliged to wait the arrival of the ammunition chests, which, however, always follow the pieces.
To every platoon is attached one piece which is drawn by four horses, and conducted by two mounted men accompanied by the artilleryists. On arriving at the ordered position, the two men by drawing a half circle, bring the mouth of the piece directed towards the enemy. Some of the Artilleryists, alight immediately, their horses are held by others of the platoon, the other part (as a reserve) keeps itself ready to charge as Cavalry. Those Artilleryists who have alighted, unfasten the carriage from the hind wheels (which the two men remove a few steps back) and on taking hold of utensils necessary to the directing and ser-
ving of the piece, stand in position to load and fire at the word of command. If the enemy's Cavalry advance, and it be judged that the Infantry cannot protect the pieces, then the Artilleryists having replaced the said utensils, draw the carriages back to the hind wheels, and after having fastened them together the conductors return at full gallop with the pieces. The Artilleryists mount, and forming themselves into a line, sword in hand, charge the enemy's Cavalry. The means to load these pieces, are the same as for pieces of Battle Artillery.
With due submission to the authorities of the state of Massachusetts, it appears to me indispensable for the defence of said state, that there be raised, at least, two regiments of Light Artillery, each to be composed of four squadrons, each squadron of two companies, and each company of 76 men. (The American organization being, I think, too weak.) These two regiments might be quartered as follows: one in Boston; which would furnish escorts for the governor and generals, & the necessary guard for the service of the cañone, or barracks (built for the purpose);—the other divided between the other marine towns of the state. These two regiments, in fine, would go whenever ordered, in case of invasion—all, so duty in the batteries that might be erected, until other troops were raised for siege artillery.
Twelve-pounders are the pieces which I think suitable for the American Light Artillery. I must observe that some platoons have cannon, and others mortars. It would not only be difficult to draw pieces of a heavier metal, but of what use would they be? A fleet would not go and bombard the coast—and if a landing was effected, 12 pounders would do as well as any.
Sleds, I think, could be made large enough (to be used in winter) to hold the pieces mounted on their carriages, which sleds might also have small chests, capable of containing several charges. Arrived on the ground, and after having opened the sleds, the pieces would be taken out—and on changing positions, the same means used to replace them, which could be done as promptly as with two hind wheels.
A balloon was of great utility at the battle of Jemappé. As there is a great many woods in this state, a balloon, in case of an invasion, would be of the greatest importance; a detachment of Artillery might be employed to manage it.
It appears the government of the United States is about forming some troops of the line. The arms of the Artillery and Cavalry requiring greater attention, than the arms of the Infantry, and besides these arms being more expensive to the citizens, I think these troops ought to be raised in the following proportions, viz 15 000 Light Artillery, 10 000 Battle Artillery, the remaining 7 or 8 000 Cavalry: The brave and numerous Militia, will do very well for Infantry.
I beg I may be allowed to consult with the architect, (if one is appointed) on the plan of the construction of the cañone, or barracks, and stable, which in my opinion, should be erected on the Roxbury road, on account of the extent of the ground, and the extent of the aqueduct.
If the cost does not make the man, it sets him off; and he takes very nearly the character of the dress he wears.—therefore, I think that a light and convenient uniform, similar to that of the French, would do for the American Light Artillery. The regiments might be distinguished by some alteration of colors in their dress. The uniform should be pair of pantaloons, made after the German fashion, a jacket of mine (as a pattern) a waistcoat, a dolman with sashes over it, and a pelisse on the left shoulder, a sash, for the head, and half boots.
The brave American generals, at the head of the militia, have shewed what it could do. What would it be now, if these same militias were formed into troops of the line.
I declare, that if the authorities of the state of Massachusetts will empower me to purchase the horses, and enroll the men that should present themselves, and whom I should think fit for the service of light artillery, and will employ me for their instruction, I engage in four months after their organization to give an idea, by the remembrance of what French troops are.
POUTINGON.
I HEREBY forewarn all persons whatsoever, from trading for, or otherwise employing or harboring two negro men slaves—One called Major, a man of yellow complexion, about 34 years old and about 5 feet 10 inches high—the other called Davie, a mulatto of the age of 26 years, of a dark complexion and 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high—which said negro slaves were conveyed and delivered by Edward Bolling to Archibald Bolling, by a bill of sale, bearing date the 15th day of August, 1806, and now in my possession. As also, one likely grey horse, about 5 feet 4 inches high, 11 or 12 years old, which is also included in the aforesaid bill of sale. The above property, I am informed, has been sold under execution, as the property of Edward Bolling, without the knowledge of Mr. Archibald Bolling, and in the absence of Mr. Edward Bolling, who I am further informed, has since tendered other sufficient property to satisfy the said debt or debts, which has been refused; and that the aforesaid property is in the possession of Mr. Benjamin Anderson, substitute of Goodland.
FLEMING PAYNE.
Attorneys in fact for Arch'd Bolling.
Goodland, Feb. 2, 1808.
JUST RECEIVED, A FRESH SUPPLY OF CHURCH'S PATENT MEDICINES, including Cough Drops, Pure re of Mustard, Scotch Ointment, &c. &c.

Congress.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 3.
Mr. Gardener moved that the unfinished business of yesterday be postponed.
The Speaker decided that this motion was not in order, for the motion under consideration when the house yesterday adjourned, was on indefinite postponement.
Mr. Poindexter offered the following resolution:
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire whether any, and if any what amendments are necessary in the act entitled "An act, for laying and collecting duties on import and tonnage within the territories of the United States by the treaty of the 30th of April, 1803, between the United States and the French republic, and for other purposes," and that they have leave to report thereon by bill otherwise.
Mr. P. moved that it be referred to a select committee to obtain a more immediate decision of the question, as a great press of matter was already before the committee of commerce and manufactures.
After some discussion it was amended so as to refer it to the committee of ways and means, and adopted.
The house then resumed the consideration of Mr. Sloan's resolution for moving the seat of government; and Mr. Lewis's motion for indefinite postponement being under consideration, Messrs. Eppes and Love supported, and Messrs. Gardener and Beaton opposed the motion for postponement. When the house adjourned without taking the question.
THURSDAY, Feb. 4.
On the motion of Mr. Newton,
Resolved, That the committee of commerce and manufactures be instructed to enquire into the necessity of making a proper distribution of the charts of the coasts of North Carolina published in conformity with a resolution passed in March, 1807.
Mr. Clinton presented the memorial of Thomas Paine, praying for compensation for services rendered in negotiating a loan for the United States. Referred to the committee of claims.
A bill from the senate, to revive and continue certain suits in the district court of Columbia, was read twice and ordered to a third reading to-morrow.
A bill to provide for payment of expenses incurred in an enquiry into the conduct of John Smith of Ohio, was read and referred to a committee of the whole.
The house resumed the consideration of the resolution offered by Mr. Sloan for the removal of the seat of government to Philadelphia; when Mr. Lewis withdrew his motion for an indefinite postponement, and Mr. Sloan moved that it be committed to a committee of the whole house, with a view to make it the order of the day for Monday two weeks.
This motion was largely debated. Messrs. Sloan, Masters, Bacon, Fisk, Livermore, Bibb, Keily, Alexander and Lyon supporting the motion, and Messrs. Lewis, Rhea, Van Horn, Holland, Taylor, Macon and Blount opposing it; and at length decided in the negative—63 to 61. When the house immediately adjourned.
In the course of discussion Mr. Smilie made a motion to postpone the subject; which not being in order could not be received.
Of those who voted for the commitment some members declared themselves against the motion of Mr. Sloan, but in favor of a fuller discussion of it.
In the course of the debate Mr. Sloan stated that he had this day received opprobrious language as he was on his way to the capitol; whereupon
Mr. Lyon declared his intention to have moved a resolution that the house take the matter into consideration as a breach of privilege by an insult offered to one of its members; but that a letter had been received from the Mayor stating that proper steps were taken to secure the offender.
FRIDAY, Feb. 5.
Mr. Lyon offered the following resolution, which was ordered to lie on the table:
Resolved, That a committee of privileges be appointed, with power to enquire what measures, if any, are necessary for securing to members the privileges secured to them by the constitution; and that the committee have leave to report by bill or otherwise.
Mr. Masters offered the following resolution, but afterwards withdrew it:
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire into the loss or gain to the treasury of the U. S. attendant on a removal of the seat of government from the city of Washington.
The house then took up Mr. Sloan's resolution for removing the seat of government.
Mr. Sloan immediately withdrew it.
Mr. Blount resumed it, declaring at the same time that he should afterwards make a motion to repeal the funding system!
The ayes and noes were called for and taken on considering the resolution, as resumed; and it was rejected. For considering it 51, against it 68.
Mr. Lewis then offered the following resolution:
Resolved, That it is inexpedient to remove the seat of government from the city of Washington, and not warranted by public policy.
Mr. Lewis called for the ayes and noes on considering the resolution. They were taken, and were, ayes 69, noes 58.
Mr. Gardener, after a few observations, offered the following resolution, to be added to Mr. Lewis's.
Resolved, That it is expedient at this time to call on the secretary of the treasury, or other department of the government, for any information tending to show whether a removal of the seat of government from this place would not produce a saving of 200,000 dollars annually.
Resolved, That it is inexpedient to give those in favor of a removal an opportunity to produce any documents tending to convince the people of the United States that a removal would be beneficial to the nation.
Mr. Milnor moved, that the further consideration of these resolutions be postponed until the first Wednesday in March.
Mr. Gardener withdrew his resolution.
The question was then taken by ayes and noes on the motion for postponement, and it was lost, ayes 35, noes 86.
Mr. Macon then offered to amend the resolution submitted by Mr. Lewis, as follows:
Resolved, That to move the seat of government from the city of Washington in the District of Columbia, is a breach of the public faith, and contrary to the constitution of the United States.
Before the question was taken on the resolution, the house adjourned.
NEW-YORK, February 2.
A file of French papers to the 2d December was received yesterday at the office of the Mercantile Advertiser by the ship Lorenzo, capt. Dill, from Bordeaux. They furnish very few articles of political or commercial importance.
The Lorenzo left Bordeaux on the 5th of December, the embargo having been taken off on the day preceding.
The English blockading decree had been received in France. No idea was entertained that a war between her and the United States would take place unless the latter should succumb to the measures of the cabinet of Great Britain.
Mr. Lee, the American consul, informed captain Dill that War had been declared against this country by the Dey of Algiers. This intelligence is confirmed by private letters, which say that the schooner Mariana, capt. Sheffield, from New-York for Leghorn, was captured by the Algerines; but the captain retook her, threw four Turks overboard, put four ashore, and carried his schooner and the prize master safely into Naples.
Two hundred thousand French troops had marched towards Spain and Portugal. The schooner Foraine, Bets, from New-York, was lost going into Bilbao, about half of the cargo saved.
TRANSLATED FOR THE MERCANTILE ADVERTISER.
FRENCH EMPIRE.
PARIS, Nov. 23.
Count de Potoski, a Polish Nobleman has arrived in Paris with a numerous retinue.
They write from Russia, that the Cabinet of St. Petersburg is very busily employed, and receives daily dispatches from foreign courts. Until now a thick veil covers the object of that active correspondence.
NOVEMBER 25.
A letter from the French Consul at Barcelona, dated 24th October, and published officially in all the ports of France, announces that the Algerine vessels have received orders no longer to respect the French flag; but to capture all the French vessels they may fall in with.
The solemn entry of the Imperial Guards took place this day at noon—that Guard has been received by the municipal body agreeably to arrangements published by the Prefect of the Seine.
An immense assemblage of people crowded on the passage of these columns, and had extended far beyond the triumphal arch, that had been raised on the northern road.
The municipal body, presided by the Councillor of the State Prefect, having reached the head of the columns, the Prefect addressed a discourse to his excellency Marshal Bessieres, under whose orders the Imperial guards was marching. To which discourse the letter having replied, they were followed by cries a thousand times repeated of Vive l'Empereur! and at that moment the golden crowns by the city of Paris were affixed to the Eagles of the Imperial guards amidst the circle formed by its Staff. The municipal body then retired under the triumphal arch, where a numerous orchestra performed "Le chant de retour," wrote by Mr. Arnaut, and set to music by Mr. Mehul. It was at the measure of this chant that the whole guard defiled in the following order:
The fusiliers of the guards; the chasseurs on foot; the grenadiers on foot; the chasseurs on horseback; the Mamelukes; the dragons; the grenadiers on horseback; the gendarmerie d'elite. Each regiment being preceded by its superior officers and generals. In that order they proceeded amidst an immense crowd of people, to the Palace of the Thuilleries, passing under the great arch of the triumphal gate which now serves as a principal entrance to the Palace, where they deposited their eagles. From thence they traversed the garden of the Thuilleries, where they laid down their arms, and proceeded to the Champs Elysees, where every corps composing it and a detachment of the Paris guard took their seats at a splendid banquet, which had been prepared on the occasion for ten thousand guests. The municipality did the honors of the feast.
Her Imperial Majesty has received a telegraphic dispatch, by which she is informed that his Majesty the Emperor and King arrived on the 20th at the foot of Mount Cenis, and was in the evening of the same day at Turin. The transmission of this dispatch has been retarded on account of the badness of the weather and by the fogs of the mountains.
November 26.
His Majesty the Emperor and King arrived at Milan on the 21st of this month at noon.
February 3.
Important news—Captain Thompson, of the ship Henry, whose arrival from Rangoon we announced in Monday's Mercantile Advertiser, informs us, that he sailed on the 18th December, and unfortunately could not procure any English newspapers; but that London papers were received every day at his lodgings; and that, a few days previous to his departure, he read in one of the London papers, a declaration of war by the emperor of Russia, against Great Britain, which, after enumerating many of the causes which led to the measure, declares, that the emperor of Russia would never make peace until the British government made reparation for the capture of the Danish fleet, &c.
Captain T. further states, that the British ships at Cronstadt sailed immediately, some in ballast, and some partly loaded; that the Russian government sent out several cutters into the Gulf of Finland, where they captured four British ships, and conveyed them into port; and that sir Sidney Smith had gone
to look after the Russian fleet which arrived in Lisbon.
Captain Thompson's first mate confirms the above intelligence. He says he read at Rangoon the declaration of war by Russia against England, but found it impossible to procure the paper which contained it.
In consequence of this state of things, captain Thompson further informs us that cordage had risen ten pounds sterling per ton, and every kind of naval stores in proportion.
In addition to the intelligence we gave yesterday from Bordeaux, captain Dill informs us that the British ships of war Penelope and Indefatigable, blockaded the harbor; and that he was boarded by the latter on the 5th of December, off the Corvovan, and was informed that two days before they had received orders from their government to stop all vessels bound to France, Spain, Holland, Prussia, Portugal, Italy, or any of the ports in the Mediterranean. This circumstance they indorsed on the Lorenzo's register.
NEW BEDFORD, Jan. 28.
Arrived this evening, the fast sailing ship Honestus, captain Nathan Clark, 42 days from the Downs. Left London about the 11th of December, for the Mediterranean. Off cape Trafalgar, spoke a British ship of war, who informed that Algiers had declared war against America, and had captured a number of vessels; in consequence went into Tangier for further information; and on application to the American consul the account of war was fully confirmed; and a letter handed by the consul to captain Clarke—a copy of which is given below.
In consequence of this information, capt. C left Tangier for America the 1st instant—touched at Madeira on the 9th, and found it in the hands of the English; they having taken possession of it on the 25th December.
TANGIER, Dec. 31.
"Sir—The belief of the Algerines having commenced hostilities on the flag of the U. States, is founded on the declaration, under oath, of captain Ichabod Sheffield, of the schr. Mary Ann, of New-York, made at Naples; which states, that his vessel and the brig Violet, of Boston, were captured on the 26th October, by an Algerine frigate of 44 guns. Captain Sheffield adds, that he had heard the same frigate had taken an American ship and schooner, a few days before his vessel. He was fortunate enough to overpower the Turks put on board the Mary Ann, and arrived at Naples on the 4th of November. This intelligence appears fully confirmed by the advice received at Gibraltar, on the 21st inst. from Oran, of 9 American vessels having been carried to Algiers, of which Mr. Gavino has acquainted me. Under these circumstances, it is my decided opinion, your determination not to proceed up the Mediterranean is perfectly right; and I beg you may make this known to every American vessel you may meet at sea.
"With this is a letter for consul Cathcart, at Madeira: if you can conveniently leave it there, or put it on board of any vessel bound for that island, it may be productive of happy consequences. I also deliver you a dispatch for the hon. the secretary of state, which I have to request you will put into the hands of the post master, at the first port you may be able to make in the U. S.
"I wish you a safe and speedy voyage, and am, sir, your most obedient servant, JAMES SIMPSON.
"Capt. Nathan Clark, ship Honestus, Tangier Bay.
"Capt. Clark, saw capt. Sheffield's declaration, and is confident that there is a mistake in this date; it was 26th Nov. + December 14th, in the original.
CHARLESTON, January 26.
Yesterday arrived, the ship Charles Carter, capt. Drysdale, in 48 days from London; and the ship Northern Liberties, capt. Watt, in 40 days from Greenock. By these arrivals we have received London papers to the 10th, and Greenock papers to the 12th ult. inclusive.
The article of most importance is the declaration of the Emperor of Russia, which, although not declared to be so, is tantamount to a declaration of war. The British government have, therefore, laid an embargo upon all the Russian vessels in their ports, and ordered their cruisers to detain all such as they should fall in with. The influence of Bonaparte has added the only maritime nation of importance in Europe, to the enemies of the British, and has woven another laurel for the brow of some of her naval commanders. The Russian naval officers have learnt the art of war in the British navy; but they will, most probably, soon have it in their power to evince to the world whether or not they have improved by the lessons which have been given them. It is generally believed that Sweden will be compelled to join in the confederacy.
The temporary authority of the Pope is at an end. The French have taken possession of the Castle of St. Angelo, preparatory to the erection of another kingdom in Italy, of which Lucien Bonaparte is to be the head, by the title of King of Latium.
General Sebastiani, the French Ambassador to the Porte, has left Constantinople for Paris. The Turkish Government, torn by factions and distracted in their Councils by the influence of Bonaparte and Alexander, will, most probably, fall a sacrifice to the insidious friendship of the one and the overwhelming power of the other.
The city of Berlin, as well as the provinces, are in a state of the most complete misery. The inhabitants are threatened with military execution, for not paying the contributions which the French have imposed upon them, and which they are entirely unable to pay. Bonaparte has demanded five millions of dollars from the king of Prussia, and required that eight of the strongest Prussian fortresses should be garrisoned by French troops until the conclusion of the war.
Bonaparte, it is said, is gone to Italy, for the purpose of meeting all the Kings and Princes, of his own making, at Milan. The Pope, the King and Queen of Naples, the Queen of Etruria, the King of Bavaria, &c.
are to be there; but it is not known for what purpose these great personages are to assemble.
The prince of Asturias has been released by the king of Spain, through the interference of Bonaparte, who has presented him with the cordon of the legion of honor. His highness, it is said, confessed his guilt to his royal parents, and not only received their pardon, but has been placed at the head of the Spanish army destined to invade Portugal. If this account be true, the power of the Prince of Peace is completely overthrown; Bonaparte has employed him as long as he thought necessary, and will now, probably, sacrifice him, as the surest way of obtaining popularity with the people of Spain. The liberation of the Prince was received with the utmost joy by the people, who drew his carriage through the streets amidst the loudest acclamations.
Admiral Sir John Borlase Warren in the Swiftsure of 74 guns, sailed from Plymouth on the 8th ult. for Halifax.
Price of Stocks at London, December 9, Consols, 64. Omnium, 3-4 premium.
On the 15th ult. in lat. 44, 30, long. 15, captain Drysdale spoke the British government brig Redwing, one of Sir Sidney Smith's squadron, who informed him, that the Portuguese fleet, having on board the Royal Family of Portugal, sailed from the Tagus, on the 22d of November, bound to the Brazils. The fleet consisted of nine sail of the line, four frigates and two brigs, accompanied with four sail of British line of battle ships. The emigration of the Portuguese Royal Family to South America will be attended with prodigious advantages to the British. It will open the most extensive mart for their manufactures, and will pave the way for the fall of the Spanish power in South America.
Passengers in the ship Charles Carter, from London—Messrs. James Ball, John Middleton, Thomas Slater, and Hugh Bethune.
LONDON, Nov. 28.
Sir Robert Wilson, arrived at the foreign office this morning, with dispatches from lord Leveson Gower, at the Court of St. Petersburg. A Russian messenger also arrived, with dispatches of the greatest importance.
A strong conviction appears to prevail in the city, that a correspondence on the subject of peace is maintained between our government and that of France. This opinion seems to derive some probability from the gradual rise of the funds for some days Consols this morning advanced to 64 for money, and 64 3-4 for the opening.
December 2.
War with Russia.—Sir Robert Wilson arrived in the middle of last night, with dispatches of the highest importance from Petersburg. Dispatches of a nature decidedly hostile. The Ministers were summoned to meet in council early this morning. They remained sitting when our paper was put to press; messengers were sent off to all the out-ports, and the following letter was transmitted to the Lord Mayor:
"STANHOPE-STREET, Dec. 2.
"My Lord—I have the honor to acquaint your lordship, that dispatches have been received from his majesty's ambassador at the court of Petersburg, by which it appears that the emperor of Russia having published a declaration, in which his imperial majesty announces his determination to break off all communication with England, to recall his minister from this court, and not to permit the continuance of a British mission at the court of St. Petersburg: his majesty's ambassador has demanded his passports, and is now on his return.
"I have lost no time in communicating this intelligence to your lordship, in order that it may be made as public as possible. "I have the honor, to be, &c. "GEORGE CANNING."
Sir R. Wilson left Petersburg on the morning of the 9th ult. at which time no embargo had been laid on British shipping in any of the ports of Russia. About 20 sail of British vessels remained at Cronstadt, most of which were loaded. On the last day of October, there were 52 British ships at Riga; and, on the 23d October, the river at Archangel was frozen over, and no British ships remained there.
December 5.
Sir Robert Wilson, it is said, has brought intelligence to government, which he heard on high authority at Petersburg, that Bonaparte has determined to make immediate preparations for the invasion of this country—Ireland or Scotland, it is supposed will be the first object of his attempt.
It is reported, in letters from Petersburg, that General Saveray makes it his boast in that capital, that Bonaparte will invade this country with 300,000 men.
December 6.
Some difference of opinion on the subject of the late expedition to the Baltic, is reported to prevail in the Cabinet; and it is added, that two of the Secretaries of State, have ceased to hold intercourse with each other, excepting on official subjects. A dislocation of several of the members of the Cabinet will probably take place previous to the meeting of Parliament. According to the reported arrangement, Lord Chatham will succeed the Duke of Portland at the Treasury, and be replaced at the Ordnance, by Lord Mulgrave; Mr. Canning to go to the Admiralty, and to be succeeded at the Foreign Office by Lord Wellesley.
December 10.
An American vessel has been brought into Cowes in distress, by an English cruiser. She left Cherburgh on Friday night last. The captain is arrived in town, and has communicated the following interesting particulars:—About three weeks since, he says, an embargo was laid on all vessels in the port of Cherburgh; but on the 2d inst. the order was revoked, and not ce given that all vessels might obtain their clearances at the custom house, and proceed on their voyages. Another order, however, for the further detention of all American ships, reached Cherburgh from Paris on the 4th:—nor could the vessel which arrived at Cowes on Monday, have escaped, had not the captain hastily proceeded on board the moment he heard of the new order, and without books, papers, clothes, &c. which were on shore, effected his escape in the course of the night. A few days previous
Virginia Argus.
RICHMOND:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1808.
IT is with regret we observe the increasing symptoms of an approaching schism among the republicans in this state. That difference of opinion relative to the choice of a president which at first appeared to arise only from the partiality of personal friendship, seems now to be growing into a contest of principle, and attempts are made to draw a broad line of distinction between the friends of Madison and Monroe.
We originally flattered ourselves that the advocates for Col. Monroe's election would not endeavor to promote his interest by depreciating the character of Mr. Madison, (which ought to be so precious in the opinion of every good republican,) or by attacking the measures of our present excellent administration. But we now begin to perceive, with sincere concern, that the influence of party spirit, in one of its worst shapes, is about to be experienced among us—that men, who call themselves republicans, and were always hitherto supposed to merit that name, are willing, in order to gratify their attachment to one worthy character of their own party, to destroy the well-earned reputation of another, who was once esteemed the impregnable bulwark of their cause, and who (we firmly believe) has never, by a single act of his, deservedly forfeited any part of his exalted reputation.
There was a time when James Madison was admitted to be the founder and immovable supporter of our excellent federal constitution, when his admirable and invincible report in defence of John Taylor's resolutions, on the subject of the alien and sedition laws, diffused the light of political wisdom among the people, and sounded the knell of tyranny and oppression; when those who now say they have strong reasons for preferring Mr. Monroe to him, admired and revered him as their grand apostle and champion. The same men still pretend to bestow their uniform applause on the measures of the present administration, with which Mr. Madison is certainly identified; they have not yet denied that those measures which he has latterly proposed or concurred in, during a period of our national affairs, so truly difficult and embarrassing as to have required the utmost exertions of wisdom and virtue for the public good, have met with their approbation; yet they insinuate that there is some important objection to him, which has hitherto been hidden behind the curtain; that they have in store some terrible accusation, which, when revealed, is to destroy his character in the opinion of the public, and blast his pretensions to the presidential chair.
Several hints to this effect have been dropped in certain publications on the side of Col. Monroe; it being suggested that his friends conceive an essential and radical distinction to exist between him and Mr. Madison; that their duty to their country, their political integrity and independence compel them to support the former in preference to the latter. If such is the case, they must mean to say that there is an important difference in the characters of Madison and Monroe; that one is inferior to the other in purity of principles, in patriotism or in virtue.
Being sincerely convinced (as we always have been) of the exalted merit of Col. Monroe, we shall not attempt to detract from it in the least; but we wish to know in what respect he excels Mr. Madison? Does he possess greater natural talents? More learning? Or more wisdom? Or has Mr. Madison proved, by his conduct in any instance, that his promotion to the presidency would be injurious to his country?
We wish gentlemen who are anxious to defeat Mr. Madison's election, from principle, as they call it, in opposition to the wishes pretty clearly expressed of the majority of republicans throughout the United States, not to conceal their hostility towards him any longer in darkness, but candidly and explicitly to bring forward their accusations; that, if we must be a divided people, we may know upon what grounds, and for what we are to dispute.
Having no object in view but the public good, and as conducive to that end, the union and consequent prosperity of the republican party; and being determined to give our impartial support to the man as president whom we think best calculated to secure the attainment of that great object, our motto shall always be "Principles and not men." If therefore the enemies of Mr. Madison can demonstrate to our satisfaction his unfitness for the presidential chair; if they will explain his offences, and prove in what respect he has been guilty or defective, we will (however heartfelt our sorrow at being compelled to change our opinions concerning a man, whom we hitherto have so highly esteemed and admired) be candid enough to acknowledge our error, and surrender his good name to the reproaches he deserves. But, until explicit

charges are brought against him, and those charges are reasonably substantiated, we shall strive to protect his well-merited reputation with the shield of argument and truth, and trust that the people of the United States will not be easily persuaded to condemn and forsake their friend, whose fidelity has long been tried in the wise, the zealous and indefatigable defence of their rights, the sound republican whose principles have never varied, and, we venture to pronounce, the honest and disinterested statesman—James Madison.
Concerning the great question now depending, of peace or war with Great Britain, no certain information has been received: Reports being various & contradictory. It may be said that the choice , which we mentioned in the last Argus , of going to war, or of relinquishing all commerce with that nation, may not be left to the U. States; that a determination on our part to adopt the last mentioned measure would produce the former; since the arbitrary Tyrants of the Ocean would probably not permit us to remain in peace, excluding them from a trade on which their very existence depends; that, therefore, an Act of Congress totally prohibiting the introduction of British manufactures into this country would immediately be followed by a declaration of war against us.
This may really be the case; that, if the present negotiation fails, we shall have no alternative but war, either with England or France . But, surely, an impartial determination to shut our ports against the vessels of both , until both shall agree to permit us to enjoy in peace the rights of neutrality, would not be a just cause of war with either. Every nation (as well as the as well as the Chinese ) has the right of refusing to deal with other nations, and, however inconvenient the loss of their trade may be to others, they have no right by force to continue it. Right indeed seems now to be out of the question among the Christian powers of Europe ; since violence alone decides every controversy. The question therefore which we suggested ought properly to be stated thus. In case the British government will not conclude a treaty with us on reasonable terms, but will persist in seizing and unjustly condemning our vessels, and lawlessly impressing our seamen, whether it is most to the interest of the United States to declare war against Great Britain , or to make a common cause with her against France , (whose maritime oppressions are equally exerted to our injury, so far as her power extends,) or to declare war against neither , but to prohibit all communication with both.
On reflection, we conceive the last would be the most advisable step. It might indeed lead to a declaration of war on the part of Great Britain ; but it would be a war of palpable injustice and outrage. It would exactly resemble the conduct of a Bully , who should go to the shop of a peaceable tradesman, and, finding his door shut, should force it open, and, attempting, by beating the shop-keeper, to compel him to sell him his goods, that he should assure him that he had determined not to sell them at all. If Great Britain should be guilty of such conduct, let the consequences be upon her own head, and let us oppose her to the utmost: but when she should discover (as she soon would) the folly and impracticability of endeavoring to force a trade, she would probably herself be forced to conclude a treaty with us upon our own terms.
The advantages of this course of policy to the United States would be, that all the world would be convinced of the justice of our conduct, and of the injustice of that of Great Britain ; that America would not be shackled with any alliances or connexions with either of the parties in the present dreadful European contest; but would stand alone, proudly pre-eminent in maintaining her independence, & more singular in being the only nation acknowledging and obeying the dictates of justice, as she is also the only one enjoying the blessings of republican government; that her principles would not be corrupted, nor her rights surrendered in purchasing the assistance of any of the Despots of Europe ; and that, standing on a defensive only, it would probably not be necessary for her to raise a large standing army, which of all enemies, is the most dangerous to liberty. During the war, she would be able to take care of her own interest, and to conclude a separate peace, whenever she pleased, which privilege might not be allowed her, if imprudently, she should make a common cause with either of the belligerent powers.
Farther observations on this important subject will be made hereafter.
It is said that a number of persons in this city, who have heretofore been ranked among our most respectable merchants, have commenced the very humane and honorable profession of loaning money to their less fortunate fellow citizens (who feel the pressure of the times) at the moderate rate of from two and a half to five per cent a month. Several names have been mentioned to the Editor, and he deems it his duty to communicate the information to the public.
It is truly degrading to our national character, that men who have heretofore maintained a fair and honorable standing in society, and who acquire handsome profits from mercantile pursuits, should abandon them, and thus prey upon the very vitals of their fellow men. Shame! Shame! Shame!
The Legislature of Virginia closed their session on Wednesday last.
Acts passed at the Session of 1807-8. [Continued from our last.]
84 Concerning William Richardson, as executor of John Collins, deceased.
85 Placing on the list of pensioners several persons therein named.
86 Increasing the number of magistrates within the city of Richmond, and for other purposes therein mentioned.
87 Authorising the courts of Berkeley and Fauquier counties to appropriate certain money therein mentioned.
88 Amending the act entitled, "An act regulating the manner in which certain duties shall be performed by the county and corporation courts."
It shall not be lawful for the justices of any court to lay any levy, settle with a col-
lector, or receive from him any list of insolvents, or make any order for the payment of money belonging to their county, unless a majority of the acting magistrates be present, or unless the provisions of the former act shall have been complied with. [To commence the first of June next.]
89 To amend the act entitled "An act to reduce into one, the several acts concerning mills, mill dams and other obstructions of water courses."
Whenever any tenant, for life or years, of a mill, which has been or shall be destroyed or rendered incapable of grinding, shall permit it to remain in that condition for three years, without rebuilding it, the person entitled in remainder or reversion (after the determination of the particular estate) may enter after the expiration of the 3 years, and rebuild such mill for his own use; and reversioners and remaindermen as aforesaid, shall have the same length of time to rebuild, as is allowed at present to one obtaining an order in the first instance. But before any such reversioner or remainderman shall have the right to rebuild, he shall sue out a writ of ad quod damnum , whereupon a jury, as in other cases, shall assess the damages accruing to the tenant for life or years, which shall be paid before any order granted to rebuild: Provided , That nothing herein shall extend to infants, femes covert, persons imprisoned, of unsound mind, or beyond seas, until the expiration of three years from the expiration of their disability. [To commence from the passing.]
90 Placing William Rice on the list of pensioners.
91 For the defence of the Eastern Frontier of this commonwealth.
The executive are to cause to be mounted on sufficient and proper carriages all the pieces of artillery belonging to the commonwealth, fit for service, so soon as the consent of Congress shall have been obtained; and the Executive shall deem it expedient, they shall cause to be raised for the service of the commonwealth, 8 companies of artillery, each company to consist of one captain, one 1st lieutenant, one 2d lieutenant, one 3d lieutenant, four sergeants, four corporals, two musicians, eight artificers, and fifty-six privates, whose monthly pay, rations and clothing shall be the same as is allowed by the United States . Every recruit shall be enlisted for five years unless sooner discharged, and shall receive a bounty of sixteen dollars. The men to be free white citizens, not less than five feet five inches high and between the ages of eighteen and forty-five, and such as owe allegiance to no foreign power; but no person under twenty-one years shall be enlisted without the consent of his father, guardian or master. The compensation for wounds, &c. shall be the same as in like cases allowed by the United States . Every person belonging to the said corps shall take an oath prescribed by this act, and be subject to the articles of war prescribed by Congress. The expenses incurred under this act are to be defrayed out of any money in the treasury; the corps to be employed for the protection of the state, in such manner as the governor shall direct; and in order that the claim of the state may be reimbursed by the general government, the Executive are to cause correct accounts with proper vouchers to be kept. [To commence from the passing.]
92 Concerning William Smith.
93 Concerning Sheriffs.
If a sheriff levy an execution on property and a doubt arise whether it belong to the debtor or not, such sheriff may apply to the plaintiff, his attorney or agent for his bond with good security for his bond for indemnification for the sale of the property; and if it be not given before the day of sale, the sheriff shall be justified in delivering up the property to the person from whence it was taken. If such bond and security be given, it shall be returned with the execution to the clerk's office from whence it issued; & any person claiming the property may, in the name of the officer, prosecute a suit on the bond, and recover such damages as a jury may assess, provided that the person claiming the property shall give reasonable notice to the plaintiff, his attorney or agent of his claim so as to enable him to give such bond and security before the day of sale; which notice shall be proved by the affidavit of some disinterested person before the property shall be restored. The party laying claims to the property shall be barred of his right of action against the sheriff unless the obligors in the bond prove insolvent.
94. To amend the act entitled an act to amend the act, to incorporate two companies for the purpose of cutting a navigable canal from Roanoke river to Meherrin river, and another navigable canal from Nansemond river to Bennett's creek, in the state of North Carolina.
95 To amend the act appointing commissioners to view the way for a navigable canal from Roanoke to Appomattox.
96 For paying the officers of the general assembly for their services during the present session.
97. Appointing an agent to recover and receive certain monies due to this commonwealth in the state of Kentucky.
98. To amend and explain an act entitled an act, to alter the Hastings Court of Norfolk Borough.
99 An act to amend the several acts prescribing the mode of ascertaining the taxable property within the commonwealth, and for collecting the public revenue and for other purposes.
The commissioners of the revenue now in office, are not, in the present year, to perform the duties required by the 8th section of the act prescribing the mode of ascertaining the taxable property, &c. (See Rev. Code, ch. 83,) but shall commence on the first day of March, 1809, and take a list of all the property within their district, liable to taxation, (land excepted) on the last day of February next preceding. Every commissioner hereafter appointed shall commence his duties on the first of March annually, and his lists of taxable property and land shall have relation to the last day of February preceding; and such lists shall hereafter be returned to the persons directed by law, on the 31st of May in every year. Vacancies in the office of commissioner may be supplied at any stated session of the court. Every sheriff shall proceed to collect in the present year 1808, all taxes imposed by law agreeably to the
lists returned by the commissioners in 1807. And the taxes agreeably to lists hereafter to be taken by the commissioners, commencing the first of March 1809, shall be collected in the same year 1809, and in like manner in each year thereafter, the taxes shall be collected the same year in which they are assessed. The sheriffs are to pay the taxes by them collected in each year into the treasury on the first of November, instead of the first of October. No notice is hereafter necessary on motions against sheriffs for failing to pay the taxes: Provided that if such motion be not made at the term of the general court next after the taxes were payable, such sheriff failing to make payment shall have ten days notice as heretofore. Taxes on ordinary licenses are hereafter to be paid to the clerks of the county or corporation courts, who are to account for and pay them, in every respect, as other taxes collected by them. The county levies shall hereafter be laid at the courts held in May or June, and the sheriffs shall account for and pay them on the first of November instead of the first of October in every year. The overseers of the poor shall hold their annual meeting and assess their poor rates on the fourth Monday in May 1809, and on the same day each succeeding year; and the collector shall account for and pay them on the first of November annually. The clerks of courts shall hereafter deliver their tickets, to the sheriffs or serjeants on or before the first of May in each year, and the sheriffs shall account for and pay them on the first day of November. All acts within the purview of this repealed; but nothing herein contained shall be construed to dispense with the other duties of the commissioners of the revenue, except so far as herein expressly directed. [To commence from the passing.]
(To be continued.)
Extract of a letter from a Member in Congress to his friend in the Virginia Legislature, dated Jan. 18, 1808.
"I hope we shall remain the sole disgraceful example of any deliberative legislative body in the union, having violated the principles of our constitution, and invaded the spirit of our civil institutions, by the denunciation of any man. I do not think any thing, in the history of France, has exceeded our conduct towards Wilkinson."
Extract of a letter from a Member of Congress, dated Washington, 5th February, 1808.
"We are in daily expectation of being called on to act on the subject of our disputes with foreign nations."
"Such is the intelligence from Europe, that I think we cannot with certainty calculate on a day of safety; how dreadful then is the danger which hangs over us, while in this state of external alarm, we have been driven into discussions [alluding to the motion for a removal of the seat of the general government to Philadelphia] calculated to whet to their keenest edge, the animosities of the north and the south."
"In the present state of things in Europe, it is certain nothing can be done by negotiation, to secure our peace; the changes there are so great and important, as every day to vary the grounds of overture, and to render the acceptance of any proposition entirely unsafe, as it would be uncertain in its execution. What then are we to do? Is there any man in the community, whether he has been the friend of the embargo or not, who will now say the measure has not at least been a fortunate one? No, do I see how it can be expected that the embargo can be taken off during the present state of Europe, unless indeed it is for the purpose of going to war with one of the nations of that quarter of the globe."
The British are fortifying Halifax and Quebec, and various other parts of Nova Scotia and Canada. It is also said they are doing every thing in their power to conciliate the savages and induce them to join the British standard against the Americans. These measures are alarming: they have some meaning in them; they ought to excite our suspicion, and they do excite our suspicion. These measures have been going on, ever since Whitby murdered Pearce; they were going on when Love sent that insolent letter to Capt. Keltensent, commandant of the fort at Charleston (s. c.) and they were still going on at the moment when Berkeley, Humphreys and Douglas, were sporting their unprovoked cruelties within the boundaries of Virginia. Reinforcements of troops are arriving at all the British posts of Nova Scotia and Canada. These things have excited an alarm, which it is possible, and barely possible for Mr. Rose to allay. It is our confident belief that before Mr. Rose leaves America, there will arrive a British fleet in our ports and harbors to enforce (to attempt to enforce) the measures, which he is invested with full powers to propose— Post. Dem.
A CLEAR CASE.
The following statements are published, as well to do exact and equal justice—as to point out to the American public, the palpable disregard of Britain and her officers, of the principles set up by herself.
In the case that follows, the man is admitted to be an American—
The reason alleged for not delivering him up, is, that he entered voluntarily into the British service, and received the bounty, as they call it.
Therefore, having entered voluntarily— 1. The British commander was not bound to deliver him up. 2. Therefore, the American had no right to complain, or claim the protection of his country. 3. Therefore, he was flogged.
Now look on the other side.
We never impress any British seamen. Any of them that come into the American service, come voluntarily.
They receive our money.
What are the conclusions of the British, in regard to us?
Truly, that altho' our citizens be detained, and refused to us by them—their subjects must be delivered up to them by us.
Why this is such impudence, as no besotted head on earth, besides John Bull's, could conceive.
It carries all the egotism of the nation with all its disregard of morals or law.
Here we see the right of choice acknow-
ledged, when our citizen chooses to enter the British service.
But, the proclamation denies the right of choice, if a British subject chooses to enter into our naval or mercantile service.
We have wretches among us, ready to argue in favor of this unequal operation of public law—but as the N. Y. Evening Post recommends, it is time to mark them!
(Aurora.)
From the Portland (Mass.) E. Argus.
The Boston Gazette says, that Hamilton and Jay were the principal authors and supporters of the Federal Constitution:—why not name the patriotic MADISON?—Let the Editor of that paper look into "Marshall's Life of Washington," (this is high Federal authority) and he will there find that MADISON was the author, and may almost emphatically be termed the Father of the Convention which formed the Constitution. By the influence and persuasion of that gentleman, Washington, (having his Country's good at heart) was induced to go as a Delegate from Virginia to the Convention. To this he was pressed by MADISON's Letters. The active part Mr. MADISON took to secure the adoption of the Constitution, is well known and acknowledged by every American, who knows the history of his country for the last twenty years. He did more than any man now living—but the Federalists think it policy to keep his virtues from public view; he may, say they, be the Republican Candidate for the next Presidency. This they fear, and this they will oppose; he is not quite enough under British influence for their interest; he is too much the Republican for them; therefore he will be declared the "War Candidate," the "Virginia Candidate," the "Jefferson Candidate," the "Democratic Candidate," or some other dreadful named Candidate, because he will not negotiate with them—he has too much integrity to enter into their views; too much virtue to bend to their designs.
M. Bettancourt, chief engineer to the king of Spain, has communicated to the French Institute a new invention, which will render the construction of Canals considerably more easy in future, in so far as it provides against all useless expenditure of water. M. A. Pictet, who mentioned it in a report made to the legislative body respecting a law for imposing taxes, for repairing roads and bridges, gives the following account of this improvement:—"Each lock is furnished with an adjoining reservoir communicating with it at the bottom: the lock is destined to raise and lower the vessels as usual, but the vertical movement of the liquid which floats them, is produced by the simple immersion of a box in the contiguous reservoir; the volume of this box is equal to that of the water to be displaced, and it is so happily and ingeniously balanced that one man is sufficient for raising or lowering the largest vessel. Thus, in future, the more or less considerable supply of water which formed one of the chief difficulties in the construction of canals, will be reduced to the quantity necessary for supplying the water by filtration and evaporation."
London paper.
We are indebted to the politeness of our friends (says the New-York Oracle) who have furnished us with liberal extracts from their letters, together with intelligence received in conversing with the passengers by the Lorenzo.
The troops which defiled through Bordeaux and the adjacent country, were only between 70 and 80,000, their destination was equally intended to act against Portugal and Spain. The latter being to undergo a total change of government, and to be included in the Dynasty of the Bonapartes.
The spouse of Lucien (whom he had married without the consent of Napoleon) lately died of a very short illness. It was generally believed that this widowed prince would shortly be married to some princess, and be installed as king of Spain and Portugal, which kingdom will assume some new and more appropriate name.
It was whispered mysteriously in fashionable circles, that the emperor Napoleon at Milan, was engaged in effecting his fanciful changes in the political state of Europe.—The kingdom of Italy is to be increased, and assigned for the maintenance of his beloved empress, from whom his matrimonial ties are to be cancelled by divorce, from the hands of his holiness the Pope. The empress will then reign over Italy, and the crown to become hereditary in the family of Beauharnais, through her son the present vice-roy of the same.
The emperor Napoleon invested with the title of emperor of the West, will ally himself to the house of Russia, by marrying the princess Catharine, sister to the emperor Alexander, who is to assume the title of emperor of the east, and place his brother Constantine on the throne at Constantinople, which city is to be the metropolis of a kingdom, principally from the dominions of Turkey in Europe.
The siege of Gibraltar was spoken of, but not as a matter of primary importance.
Cambaceres the arch-chancellor of the empire was at Bordeaux, where the most splendid entertainments were given on the occasion.
COINS struck at the Mint of the U. States, from 1st Jan. to the 31st Dec. 1807.
Silver—1,051,576 half dollars; 220,643 quarter dollars; and 165,100 dimes—Total number of pieces, 1,437,219—value 597,448 dollars and 75 cents.
Gold—84,093 half eagles; and 6,812 quarter eagles—Total number of pieces, 90,905—value 437,495 dollars.
Copper—727,221 cents; 476,000 half cents—Total number of pieces, 1,203,221—value 9,652 dollars and 21 cents—Total pieces of coins 2,731,345—Amount dollars 1,044,595.96—A sum far exceeding (says the director of the mint in his letter to the president) the issues of any former year since the establishment of the institution.
The ordinary expenditures of the mint were during the same period, dols. 22,017 32 cents.
PROFITABLE PATRIOTISM.
A proposal to sow all the flax-seed prepared for exportation, and detained in our ports by the embargo.
We manufacture all the flax and hemp
we can import. The cultivation of flax and hemp have always been profitable, particularly since the troubles in Ireland, and the advance of our duties. The non-importation law excludes Linens from all the British dominions. Our Baltic trade for linens is in a precarious state. Our merchants and farmers have on hand a considerable quantity of flax-seed, which would have been exported but for British and French blockades and the embargo. Let all the owners of lots near our towns, and all farmers apply themselves to the purchase and sowing of our whole stock of flax-seed, lying on hand. It will yield sure and great profit, and will make a happy revolution in the business of our country. It will relieve the holders of flax-seed. It will lessen one of the inconveniences of the embargo. It will show all our foreign blockaders, that we are in earnest about making for ourselves a remedy for foreign injuries. It will be
PROFITABLE PATRIOTISM.
(Press.)
The Sheriffs of the counties of Sussex, Dinwiddie and Southampton composing a district of the counties of Botetourt, Montgomery, Giles, Tazewell, Wythe, Grayson, Washington, Lee, Russell, Monroe, Greenbrier, Kanawha and Mason, composing another district of the counties of Hanover and Caroline, composing another district of the counties of Fairfax & Prince William, composing another district of the counties of Monomaxia, Harrison, Wood, Ohio, Brooke and Randolph, composing another district—and of the counties of Essex, King William and King and Queen, composing another district—which several districts constitute the third class of the senate of Virginia, are requested to take notice that an election, in rotation, is to be held on the court days of the respective counties in the month of April next, for the choice of a senator to represent each of the districts, above mentioned, in the General Assembly, for four years next ensuing.
THEO. HANSFORD, C. S.
February 11, 1808
FOR SALE,
A Negro Man,
Under good character, understands taking care of horses and a good carriage driver.
Enquire of the Printer.
February 9
APPLICATION will be made to the county court of Charles, to DISCONTINUE the ROAD leading from Morton's ferry road to Cole's ferry road.
February 4, 1808.
THOMAS READ.
(24)
NOTICE.
I WILL DISPOSE OF MY
TRACT OF LAND,
LYING in Powhatan county, containing 500 acres, of which there is 80 or more prime low grounds, which never is over-flooded by the river Appomattox. There is also a fine mill seat, the dam nearly completed, and timbers ready to go to complete the mill, upon a never failing stream. The terms will be one half cash, the balance in 12 months. I will sell or treat with any one between this and the 1st July next, otherwise it will be sold upon the premises, to the highest bidder, together with other property. The terms of the personal property will be made known on the day of sale.
January 5, 1808
John H. Saunders,
Williamsburg, Feb. 5, 1808
William & Mary College.
A MEETING of the visitors of William and Mary College in their convocation room, is requested on the first Tuesday in the next month. The interests of the college require punctual attendance.
Samuel Tyler, Rector.
Williamsburg, Feb. 5, 1808
Notice.
WHEREAS two negro slaves belonging to the estate of John Bulling, dec. have been lately taken from my plantation in Goochland, in my absence (on a visit to my plantation in the county of Bedford) by the sheriff of Goochland and so'd to satisfy debts for which the said decedent was estate not amenable, since which, on my return home, I have offered other property to the said sheriff, to satisfy the debts aforesaid, which is refused—I, therefore, as executor of the last will and testament of the said John Bulling, hereby forewarns all persons whatsoever, from trading for the said slaves, or otherwise harboring or concealing the said negroes, to wit, a negro man called Ben, a blacksmith by trade, about 40 years old, yellow complexion, about 5 feet 8 inches high—a negro lad called Ned, about 12 years old, also of a yellow complexion, and very likely.
Edward Bulling.
Goochland February 2 1808.
For sale at S. PLEASANT'S Book-Store,
A NEW SYSTEM OF
DOMESTIC COOKERY,
Formed upon PRINCIPLES of Economy, and adapted to the use of Private Families.
ADVERTISEMENT. * * * AS the directions which follow were intended for the conduct of the families of the author's own daughters, and for the arrangement of their table, so as to unite a good figure with proper economy, she has avoided all excessive luxury, such as essence of ham, and east wasteful expenditure of large quantities of meat for gravy, which so greatly contributes to keep up the price, and is no less injurious to those who eat, than to those whose penny bids them abstain. Many receipts are given for things which, being in daily use, the mode of preparing them may be supposed too well known to require a place in a cookery book; yet how rarely do we meet with fine melted butter, good toast and water, or well made coffee! She makes no apology for minuteness in some articles, or for leaving others unnamed, because she writes not for professional cooks. This little work would have been a treasure to herself, when she first set out in life, and she therefore hopes it may be useful to others. In that idea it is given to the public, and as she will receive from it no emolument, so she trusts it will escape without censure.
Map of Virginia.
THE subscriber having been appointed agent for the Proprietors of BLISS & MADISON'S MAP of VIRGINIA, for the city of Richmond, requests those subscribers who have not received their Maps, to apply to him at the Printing Office and Book-Store of SAMUEL PLEASANTS Jun. where they are ready for delivery.—He has also some copies for Sale.
JOHN W. PLEASANTS.
December 4th, 1807.

For Rent, THE House on the Main Street, next to Messrs Ellis and Altan, and now occupied by Mrs. Phepe. Possession will be given on the first of January next—apply to JOSEPH GALLEGO. Richmond, Dec. 27, 1807. tf
Notice!! THE Subscriber purposes leaving this City in the course of a few days, has determined to dispose of the whole or any part of his STOCK, now remaining on hand, at a very reduced price—which consist of a Large and Superb Assortment of Mahogany Furniture, Mattresses of all kinds and sizes, Paper Hangings, Window Blinds, Fringes, Tassels, Cords, &c. &c. W. HAIGHT. Richmond, Jan. 1, 1808. N. B. Those who feel inclined to purchase, will apply opposite the City Tavern, on the Main Street. W. H.
LAND In the state of Ohio—For Sale: THE subscriber wishes to SELL a valuable TRACT OF LAND, in the state of Ohio, containing 1,000 acres. This tract is of excellent quality, as the subscriber has understood from most respectable information. It lies on Deer creek, a branch of the Sciota, about 16 miles from Chillicothe, in a well settled neighborhood, and is very convenient to the trade of the Ohio. He will dispose of it for cash, or on a short credit, for notes negotiable at the Bank of Virginia; or will exchange it for property in the city of Richmond. An unquestionable title, with general warranty, will be made to the purchaser. WM. MUNFORD. Richmond, Sept. 24, 1807. tf
Land for Sale! PURSUANT to a deed of trust executed to the subscribers by John C. Miller, for the purpose of securing the payment of sundry debts therein mentioned; will be sold upon the first Monday in January, 1808, for cash upon the premises, a TRACT OF LAND, mentioned in said deed, lying upon the waters of Lockett's and Harris' creek, in the county of Prince Edward, and supposed to contain between six and seven hundred acres. We shall make such title as is transferred to us by said Miller, saving all former encumbrances. The improvements upon this land are such as are usual upon sugar plantations in this part of the country, but better fenced than usual. CHARLES WOODSON, 3 Trustees. JAMES MADISON. Prince Edward, 15 Oct. 1807. 10w The above sale is postponed till Wednesday the 30th of March next.—January 16
ADVERTISEMENTS. Just Received, a General Assortment of Dutch Bolting Cloth, Of a superior quality. J. Darmsdatt. Oct. 22, 1807. tf
100 Dollars Reward. RUN AWAY about the first inst. from the service of Mr. William Rawleigh, (to whom he was hired,) a BLACK MAN, named JACKSON, a House Carpenter by profession, of thin consumptive appearance, about 40 years of age, five feet eight or nine inches high; from circumstances attending his escape, it is believed, he intends making his way to one of the Eastern States, and has been provided with false papers of freedom.—If taken within the State, and delivered to me here, or secured, that I get him, I will give Fifty Dollars, or if taken out of the State, One Hundred Dollars. Robert Gamble, Jr. Richmond, Dec. 24th, 1807. tf
20 Dollars Reward. RUN AWAY about the 8th May from Richmond, JACOB, a very black fellow, about six feet high, twenty-eight years old, handsome address and very artful, has several scars on his neck, and one or two, I believe, on his left cheek, resembling small pox pits, a watermark by trade, and left his bateaux in the basin of the canal in the above city when he went off, at which time he broke open the store of a gentleman in Richmond and stole to a large amount, for which said gentleman has offered a reward of 50 dollars for apprehending said fellow (as I am informed) —he has a numerous acquaintance in the said city, the counties of Hanover and Caroline, in one of which he was raised, and where I expect he may be harbored. The above reward will be paid and all reasonable charges, for securing said fellow in any jail so I get him, or delivered me in Bent Creek, Buckingham, Virginia. Samuel Horaley. November 20, 1807. tf 1d
For Sale, MY Dwelling House, and Four Half Acre Lots of Ground, in the Town of Manchester, as formerly advertised: On receiving a part in cash, I am disposed to give a considerable credit, for the balance of purchase, or I will take young Negroes at a fair valuation, and Land in the State of Ohio, Tennessee or Kentucky, on such terms as may be agreed on.—If the said property is not sold between now and Christmas, it will be leased to an approved tenant for a term of years. ARCH'D CAMPBELL. Manchester, Nov. 30, 1807. tf
Valuable Lands. THE subscriber will Sell, on a credit, or exchange for Property in Richmond or its neighborhood, the following LANDS, to wit: 822 acres in the state of Kentucky, by survey bearing date the 10th day of October 1797, lying and being in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia state line, on Little Barren river. Also, 1000 acres, in Kentucky, by survey bearing date the 10th October 1797, likewise lying in the district set apart for the officers and soldiers of the Virginia state line, on the north side of Little river, a branch of Cumberland river, and about two and an half miles from the mouth of Little river. Also 450 acres of Land in the county of Mason, state of Virginia, on Old Town creek, about 8 miles from Mason courthouse. Indisputable titles will be made to the above mentioned lands; and plots of each tract may be seen on application to the subscriber residing in Richmond. THOMAS BOHANNON. January 23d, 1808. tf
Just Published and for sale at this Office, MEMOIRS OF WILLIAM SAMPSON, Including particulars of his adventures in various parts of Europe; his confinement in the dungeons of the Inquisition in Lisbon, &c. &c. SEVERAL ORIGINAL LETTERS, Being his correspondence with the ministers of state in Great Britain and Portugal. A short sketch of the HISTORY OF IRELAND, Particularly as it respects the spirit of British Domination in that country; and a few observations on the state of manners, &c. in America. By the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, A PROCLAMATION.
WHEREAS it appears to the Executive, on the evidence of Jacob Stealy, Peter Link, Jacob Myers and William Williams, taken before Benjamin Wilson, jun. esquire, one of the justices of the peace in and for the county of Harrison, within this commonwealth, that a certain JOHN SOMMERVILLE did, on the night of the third of December last, at the house of David Hews, in the town of Clark, violently assault with a club, the body of John G. Jackson, esquire, and did feloniously, on purpose and of malice aforethought, by lying in wait, unlawfully maim and disable the head and right arm of the said John G. Jackson, by fracturing the skull of the said John G. Jackson, and by a violent blow on the said right arm of the said John G. Jackson inflicted, by which fracture and blow, and also by reason of divers other wounds, blows and bruises given said Jackson, by said Sommerville, with the club aforesaid, the life of said Jackson became greatly endangered, and that the said Sommerville hath escaped from the justice of the law: I have therefore thought fit, with the advice of the council of state, to issue this proclamation, hereby offering a reward of FIFTY DOLLARS, to any person or persons who shall apprehend and conduct the said John Sommerville before some one or more of the justices of the peace in and for the said county of Harrison, that he may be dealt with as in such cases the law directs: And I do moreover enjoin all officers civil and military, and exhort the good people of the commonwealth to use their best endeavors to apprehend and conduct before some one or more of the justices of the peace in and for the aforesaid county of Harrison, the said John Sommerville, to be dealt with according to law. Given under my hand, with the seal of the (L.S.) commonwealth annexed, at Richmond, this fifteenth day of January, 1808. WM. H. CABELL.
P. S. The abovenamed John Sommerville is a man of about six feet high, appears to be about twenty-six or twenty-seven years of age, rather spare, but nervous, of light complexion and light hair. The subscribers have for Sale, 300 SPANISH HIDES Of excellent quality. George Fisher & Co. Richmond, 26th January 1808. 3w
FOR RENT, A SMALL HOUSE, On Shockoe Hill, in an agreeable neighborhood. Apply to George Fisher. Richmond, Jan. 26th, 1808. 3w
BETHLEHEM GABOR, OR THE Man-Hating Palatine; An historical Drama, By JOHN D. BURNS, of Petersburg. * * A few copies of the above work are just received at this office, where also may be had, Fisher's Military Tactics
30 Dollars Reward. RUNAWAY from the subscriber on the 27th July last, one negro man named JIM, about 28 years of age, slender made, about 6 feet 2 or 3 inches high, of a yellow complexion, flat nose, very much marked with the small pox, speaks mild when spoken to, inclined a little to be how legged, his fore teeth rather wider than common, and a scar on his hip and thigh occasioned by lying on a mattress when he had the small pox: he is remarkably fond of music, and dances remarkably well. He is also, a good waterman and sawyer—He formerly belonged to Miss Eliz Ellis, in Hanover county, near the Meadow Bridge. I have understood that he aimed for a free pass and has altered his name from Jim to Billy Berry, and said when he was in Richmond he should go to Alexandria, and no doubt, if he should not get there, he will go to the Federal City or some sea port town and take shipping, and intends to join some ship carpenter and follow the trade. The above reward will be given to any person to deliver the said negro to me at Bent Creek, or twenty dollars to put him in any jail in the United States and give me information as quick as possible. I forewarn all masters of vessels and others from harboring or carrying the said negro out of the state, as I shall put the law in full force against them. JAMES PHELPS. Buckingham county, near Duigudsville, on James river, Dec. 22, 1807. 4t 1p
WAS committed to the jail of Surrey county on the 25th day of October last, as runaway, the following NEGROES—Pleasant, a negro woman & her four children, Billy, Caty, Joe and James—Pleasant is about 30 or 35 years old, rather a light complexion, her clothing being very much worn cannot be described. Billy, her son, is about 10 or 11 years old, of a mulatto color—Caty, her daughter, a bright mulatto, between 8 and 9 years old—Joe and James, sons of Pleasant, are both of rather a light complexion. The first is supposed to be between 5 and 6 years old, the last between 3 and 4 years old. Pleasant says she formerly belonged to a Major Clarke of the Eastern Shore, and was sold under execution by the sheriff, and was bought by a Mr. Rose, who brought her to Petersburg and sold her to a Mr. Henry Daniel. The owner is requested to come forward, prove property, pay charges and take them away, otherwise they will be dealt with as the law directs. (2w) Benj. E. Browne, Shff.
THE IMPORTED HORSES, Diomed & Robin Redbreast, Stand the ensuing season at my stables, to be let to mares—Terms made known in due time. Thomas Goode. Chesterfield co'y, Jan. 30, 1808. tf
Wirt's Speeches. The Editor of the Argus has this day published the SPEECHES OF WILLIAM WIRT, Esq. on the TRIAL OF AARON BURR, and Others.
TO RENT, And possession given immediately, the well known TAVERN, On the Main Street, next the courthouse, belonging to Jacob I. Cohen—For terms apply to J. I. COHEN, Jr. Richmond, February 1, 1808.
100 Acres of Land, Conveyed to us in trust by the deed aforesaid—situate, lying and being in the county of Henrico, on the north branch of the Brook whereon the said Allen now resides. The trustees will convey the land agreeable to the deed executed to them, which will be exhibited on the day of sale. PETER WILKINSON, 3 Trustees. W. PATMON, ids. February 2, 1808.
By virtue of a deed of trust executed to us by Carter Wilkinson, to secure the payment of a debt therein mentioned, to Austin Wharton, will be SOLD, on the premises, to the highest bidder for cash, on the 10th of March next. The Tract of Land Whereon the said Wilkinson now lives, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to pay the said debt and costs. John G. Daniel. Thomas H. Walton. ids. February 4, 1808.
Advertisement. WILL BE SOLD, on Saturday the 27th day of February next, for ready money, on the premises, a valuable Tract of Land, lying in the county of Halifax, on Staunton river, containing, SEVEN hundred and twenty-five acres, more or less; it was once the property of Samuel Beall, was sold by him to William Mosely, and mortgaged by Mosely to Robert Andrews and John Price, trustees of Beall, to secure the payment of the purchase money—The indenture of mortgage, which was recorded in the general court, bears date the 22d day of June 1795—At the same time and place, such of the SLAVES as are described in the said mortgage, and may be produced by the said Mosely, will also be sold for cash.—The sale is made by virtue of a decree of the superior court of chancery, for the Richmond district, pronounced in a suit therein depending, in which the said Price, surviving trustee is plaintiff, and the said Mosely is defendant and for the purpose of raising the following sums, with interest, viz.—£108 15 with interest at the rate of 5 per cent. from the 1st of January 1793—£105 2 6 with like interest from the 1st day of January 1794—£101 10 with like interest from the 1st day of January 1795—£97 17 6 with like interest from the 1st day of January 1796—£96 5 with like interest from the 1st day of January 1797—£31 14 with like interest from the 14th day of July 1802, and 35 dollars 88 cents, the costs of the suit.—The residue of the money decreed to be raised the plaintiff does not pretend to claim, as appears by an endorsement made by the clerk of the said court on the order dissolving an injunction obtained by John B. Scott, to stay the sale of the said land, which endorsement is copied from a writing filed in the suit first above mentioned, by the plaintiff's agent and attorney. THE COMMISSIONERS. Richmond, January 14, 1808. (3w)
The Tencement, ON which the subscriber lives, situated on Church Hill, within about one half mile of the Richmond market—containing two acres of ground, well enclosed and highly improved—The buildings consist of a large and well constructed dwelling house, laundry, kitchen, dairy, smoke house, two stores, brick office, coach house, barn and stable. All these buildings are well finished, and in complete order for the accommodation of a large and genteel family, who may have easy access to all the advantages of the city, and live as retired as they could wish. John Ellis. tf February 4, 1808.
Notice, THAT the following articles, manufactured at the Penitentiary, with the prices thereto annexed, are constantly kept for sale at the store of Nicholas Hallam, agent for the commonwealth, a few doors above the Swan Tavern in the city of Richmond: viz. CUT NAILS. Wholesale. Retail. 3d. 13 cents. 14 cents per pound. 4d. 12 1-2 13 1-2 6d. 11 1-2 12 1-2 8d. 10 1-2 11 1-2 10d. 10 11 12d. 10 11 20d. 10 11 CUT BRADS. 8d. 10 11 10d. 9 1-2 10 1-2 12d. 9 1-2 10 1-2 20d. 9 1-2 10 1-2 WROUGHT NAILS. 6d. 13 14 8d. 12 1-2 13 1-2 10d. 12 13 12d. 11 1-2 12 1-2 20d. 11 12 30d. 11 12 Spikes of all sizes the same price as 30 nails. Men's fine shoes from 1 3/4 to 1 3/4 6d coarse do from 7 3/4 to 10s (Women's fine do from 7s 6d to 9s Boys & Miss's do from 3s 6d to 6s Negroes' shoes from 7s 6d to 9s Richmond, November 4th, 1807. tf
The Imported Horse, Bedford, So noted for getting capital racers, will stand the next season at my stable in Chesterfield county. Further particulars will be made known before the season commences. THOMAS BRANCH. 14th October 1807. wtf
JUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE, SIMPLE TALES, By Mrs. Opie. (First American edition in 2 vols.—Price 2 dollars.)
Ten Dollars Reward. RUN away from the subscriber about the 15th of last month, a negro girl named CELESTY; she is about the common height of women, spare made, round face, is a dark mulatto, and wears her hair plaited, which hangs over her eyes—her dress when she eloped was of a green color—she is between 18 and 20 years of age. I have every reason to believe she is concealed by some person in Richmond. The above reward will be paid to any person on delivering her to Mr. William Edwards, living near Pocahontas bridge. She was purchased of Mr. Samuel Parish of Petersburg. All persons are forewarned from harboring or concealing her at their peril. Elijah Crouch.
VIRGINIA: At a Court held for Halifax county, the 28th day of December, 1807. Clement Jameson, plaintiff, } In Against, } Chancery. Jesse Crenshaw & Peter Clark, defts. } THE defendant Crenshaw, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, on the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel, it is ordered, that the said defendant Crenshaw do appear here on the fourth Monday in March next and answer the plaintiff's bill; and that the defendant Clark do not pay away, secrete or otherwise dispose of any monies, goods or effects which he may have in his hands belonging to the defendant Crenshaw, so far as respects the sum of fifty dollars until the further order of this court; that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some one of the newspapers published in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county. A copy—Teste, John Barksdale, d. c. h. c.
Lunenburg October Court, 1807. James Smith & Pleasant Moon, merchants and partners, acting under the firm and title of Smith & Moon, complainants, } In Against, } Chancery. George Locke and William Locke, executors of the last will and testament of John Locke, deceased and Thomas Locke, defendants. } ON the motion of the complainants by their counsel, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the defendant Thomas Locke is not an inhabitant of this commonwealth, it is therefore ordered and ordered, that unless he appear here on or before the first day of January next, and answer the bill of the complainants, that the same will be taken for confessed, and the matter thereof decreed accordingly, and that a copy of this order be inserted in one of the newspapers published in the town of Petersburg for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the courthouse of this county; and that the defendants George Locke and William Locke, executors of the last will and testament of John Locke, deceased, be restrained and enjoined from paying, conveying away or secreting any goods, chattels, money, legacies or bequests, which are now belonging or due, or which may hereafter belong to or be due, to the said defendant Thomas Locke, until the further order of this court. A copy—Teste, WILLIAM H. TAYLOR, d. c.
THE subscriber wishes to SELL the LAND on which he resides, known to his friends by the name of OAKLAND. This land lies on the north side of the river Appomattox, in the county of Chesterfield, 25 miles above Petersburg, 3 below Bevil's bridge, and 28 south of Richmond. It contains about 1400 acres, of which nearly one half is low grounds, on the river level, handsomely situated and esteemed superior to any on that river. The high land lies very level, is covered with oak and pine timber, and is a free, fertile soil. The low grounds are mostly open, and the high land about two thirds in timber. The improvements are a dwelling house, with 7 good rooms, 4 of which are on the lower floor, with two passages, all finished in the nearest style of wainscoting.—There are 4 rooms in the cellar, one with a fire place and plank floor; a kitchen, smoke house, wash house and dairy, and every house necessary for a large family. Also, a large ice house, with a pond at the distance of 50 yards from the door. On the farm there are two granaries, large and convenient, with a wheat machine on the most approved construction in each—an overseer's house, stable and a coacoa house, with a brick cellar under it—also all the houses necessary for the crop hands. The fine water, the airy and salutary situation of the buildings, the fertility of the soil, and the easy postage of the produce to market, give to this property advantages which can be best appreciated on inspection. The terms of sale will be one third down, and the residue in three annual payments, or otherwise, as may be agreed on by application to the subscriber, on the premises, who would give possession any time after the 15th September next. GEORGE EVANS, wtf Oakland, Jan. 12, 1808.
THE FARM WHEREON he now resides, containing 77 1-2 acres. This farm is particularly valuable for its contiguity to the city of Richmond, being near enough to give its occupant the advantages of a city residence, combined with the pleasure of a country life. The situation is high and beautiful, commanding a fine view of part of the city & capital, about 25 acres of this land is cleared and but little worn, is of a good soil, affords excellent water, and is believed to be remarkably healthy. On it is a thrifty young apple orchard of choice fruit, beginning to bear, and the improvements are new, and being such as would accommodate a small family. Joseph Anthony, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, A Store & Lumber-House, At that well known place the Piping Tree, in King William county. It is necessary to observe that few stands for a country store can excel it, it being situated in a wealthy neighborhood, on Pamunkey, a branch of York river—where vessels that will carry from 3 to 4000 bushels of grain can load at the door. Mary King, wtf January 26, 1808.