Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1805-05-22 00:00:00

VIRGINIA ARGUS
[VOL. XII.]
A FREE PRESS MAINTAINS THE SOVEREIGNTY OF THE PEOPLE.
[1157.]
RICHMOND:—PRINTED (ON WEDNESDAYS AND SATURDAYS) BY SAMUEL PLEASANTS, JUNIOR, PRINTER TO THE COMMONWEALTH.
[Four Dollars Per Annum...paid in advance.]
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 1805.
[12 1-2 Cents Single.]
NOTICE.
THE co-partnership of ROBERT GAMBLE & SONS, will be dissolved by mutual consent, on Saturday, the 11th instant. All persons indebted to the said firm, are earnestly entreated to make immediate payment to either of the subscribers. A compliance with this request will prevent the painful necessity of resorting to coercive measures.
The books will be placed in the possession of Messrs. John and Robert Gamble, Jun. who are authorised to settle all accounts due by, or to the concern.
RO. GAMBLE. JOHN G. GAMBLE. ROBERT GAMBLE, Jr. Richmond, May 6th, 1805.
The subscribers take this method of informing their friends and the public, that they intend carrying on the mercantile business, under the firm of John & Robert Gamble, Jun.
They are now receiving by the ship Rolla , a choice selection of LONDON GOODS , and daily expect from Liverpool, a general assortment of HARDWARE , &c. suitable for the season—which will be sold by the piece, package, or dozen, on the most moderate terms, for cash, merchandise country produce, or the usual credit to substantial and punctilious customers.
They have on hand, Madeira and Sherry Wine, Cognac Brandy, West India Rum, Whiskey, Sugar, Pepper, Alum, Copperas and Brimstone, (in pipes, hogsheads, and casks,) Cotton and Wool Cards, Patent Shot, Steel, Bar Iron, Hollow Iron Ware, German Scythes, Cutting Knives and Whet-Stones, Oznaburghs, Ticklenburgs and Brown Hosiery, Snuff, Cut Herring, &c.
They also possess large and convenient Brick warehouses covered with Slate , for receiving and storing Flour, Tobacco, &c. Those gentlemen who favor them with consignments, will find their charges reasonable, and may rely on their best exertions to afford satisfaction.
The highest rates given for Bees Wax, good Bear, Deer and Otter Skins, and other shipping Furs.
JOHN G. GAMBLE. ROBERT GAMBLE, Jun. Richmond, May 6, 1805. ep3w wtf
NOTICE. All persons indebted to the late firms of Buchanan, Dunlop & Co. Of Petersburg; Robert Pollok & Co. Of Richmond; and Dunlop, Pollok & Co. Of Manchester, Are hereby notified that James Dunlop, late a partner in the above concerns, has become purchaser of the outstanding debts; they will therefore be pleased to make payment to Mr. John Tompkins residing in Richmond, or the subscriber, residing in Petersburg; who alone are authorised to make collections and grant discharges. Suits will be indiscriminately commenced against all who do not make payment before the first of February next.
JOHN DUNLOP, Attorney for JAMES DUNLOP. Petersburg, Nov. 15, 1804. (if)
TWENTY DOLLARS REWARD. Ran away from the subscriber about the end of Nov or early in Dec. a black servant named SAM , I believe about 19 or 20 years of age, very strong and likely for a man of his age. He was seen in the neighborhood of this place some time after he absconded himself, but from his connections I have reason to suppose that he may be lurking about, or concealed by those connections in the counties of Powhatan or Cumberland. I will give the above reward if he is brought to me in this place, or ten dollars if secured in a jail so that I may get him.
Arch'd. Freeland, Manchester, March 15, 1805. tf
BROKER'S OFFICE. THE SUBSCRIBER HAS Opened a Broker's Office, Opposite the Union Tavern, and over the Counting-house of Thomas and Amos Ladd. All business confided to him will be transacted with strict fidelity.
THOM. NORVELL. Richmond, October 3, 1804. tf
NOTICE. WILL be SOLD, on Saturday the 18th of the present month, for ready money, upon the premises. One Half-Acre Lot of Land, With its appurtenances, lying and being in Senffle's Town , within one mile and a half of Richmond, being the same on which Chas. McCallister resides. The sale will be made by virtue of a deed of trust to me from the said McCallister, to secure certain sums of money due to Mr. James Bootwright.
WM. MANN, Trustee. Richmond, 6th May, 1805. tds The above sale is postponed until Saturday the 25th inst. when it will positively take place on the premises. WM. MANN, Trustee. May 18th, 1805.
FOUND , on Saturday the 2d inst. a Red Morocco POCKET BOOK , which the owner may get by applying to the subscriber and paying for this advertisement.
James Bootwright. Richmond, March 4th, 1805.
FOR SALE, MY LAND , in the county of Surry, known by the name of SWAN'S POINT , containing about three thousand acres, situated upon James river, nearly opposite to James Town and forty-five miles below Petersburg. The tract is divided into two plantations each having the necessary improvements of barns, stables, &c. in thorough repair. On one is a two story brick building of six large rooms, but lately finished in handsome style, with every convenient out house for the accommodation of a general family. On the other, a wooden house of four rooms, well calculated for an overseer. There are upon the two plantations upwards of a thousand apple trees felled and of the most approved kinds for bread cyder and keeping fruit; all of which have been planted out about three years, and from the attention which has been bestowed upon them are now rapidly progressing towards perfection. The peculiar advantages of this place, fish and wild fowl, will contribute not a little to render it an agreeable residence to those who can enjoy health in the lower country. It is deemed unadvisable to say more, as it is presumed any person wishing to purchase would first see the property. The payments will be made easy by dividing them into such installments as may be convenient.
John H. Cocke. Apl 18th, 1805. 6w
TEN DOLLARS REWARD.
BROKE away last evening, a large stout made blood bay HORSE , upwards of five feet high, 7 years old last spring, was shot all round about two months ago, but some of the shoes may now be off; he has a large head and small eyes, trots and gallops; if he has any other marks by which he might be distinguished, they are not recollected. He had on a saddle a good deer worn, with a hoggish seat and plated stirrups. The above reward will be paid on delivery of the horse and saddle to the subscribers.
Pickett, Pollard & Johnston. Richmond, March 5, 1805.
ROBERT GREENHOW,
MERCHANT in Williamsburg —has just received and daily expects from Liverpool, his usual assortment of Tasty Spring Goods & Hardware , which he offers on moderate terms to his customers.
WILL be Sold , at public auction, on the 20th instant, for ready money, at Mr. Joseph Edmondson's Tavern, in Hanover county, SIX VALUABLE SLAVES , belonging to the estate of Micajah Butler, dec. consisting of two men, one woman, and three handsome mulatto boys.
BY THE COMMITTEES. May 7th, 1805. tds
Valuable Property for Sale.
BY virtue of a deed of trust executed by Richard Dabney of King William county, to the subscriber, to secure and satisfy a debt due from the said Richard to Cornelius Dabney, administrator with the will annexed, of Owen Dabney, dec. will be offered to SALE , on the fourth Monday in June next, at the courthouse of said county, to the highest bidder, for ready payment, in current money.
SUNDRY SLAVES, Consisting of men, women and children, one Brood Mare, about 8 years old, by Lamplighter, two small horse Colts, about 2 years old, by Americannus, the noted Stud Horse called Hanover, one Wagon and Gear, and 3 Horses, one excellent Chair Horse about 9 years old, and one Bay Mare Colt, by Americannus.
GEO: WM. SMITH. Richmond, May 7th, 1805. 3w
The subscribers respectfully inform their friends and the public, that they have received their
Spring Assortment of Goods, Of the best quality and latest fashions, & will dispose of them on the cheapest terms for cash, viz. Printed Gallicoes and Dimities assorted Irish Linens Cotton Camisoles and Nankeens Cotton & Silk Hose Coloured Cambricks and laced ditto. India Muslins of the first quality Plain & coloured Mar-seilles Superfine Cloths and Camisoles Thickets, Corduroys and Velvets Bed Ticks and German Oznaburghs Together with a number of other articles too tedious to enumerate.
JOHN MILLER & CO. Richmond, 8th May, 1805. tf
THE administration of the estate of Capt. John Hicks, dec having been directed to the Sheriff of Hanover county—all persons concerned are requested to exhibit their claims to the next court to be held for the said county, in order that they may receive their respective proportion of the assets in hand. By order of the court.
WILLIAM O. WINSTON, Late Sheriff of Hanover county. 7th May, 1805. 2w
Manchester Turnpike Company.
SHAREHOLDERS in the Manchester Turnpike Company, are hereby required to pay to James Brander, treasurer, the sum of three and one half dollars on each share, on or before the 1st of July next.
By order of the Directors, James Brander, Clk. 13th May, 1805. tlj
MILLINERY.
MRS. BUCKNER having commenced business in Manchester in the line of MILLINERY & MANTUA MAKING , respectfully solicits the patronage of her friends and the public.
She has on hand at present a small assortment of the articles necessary in that line of business, and shortly expects to receive from New-York an additional supply.
All commands from the country will be faithfully and punctually attended to. tf
THE HOUSE & LOT,
ON Shockoe Hill, lately occupied by Mr. John Pendleton, now newly painted and repaired, and in every respect fit for the immediate reception of a family, having all necessary out-houses, &c. Apply to Benjamin Wolfe, adjoining the premises, or to
Joseph Gallego. April 22, 1805. tf
TO BE RENTED,
For one or more years, and possession given the 15th of April next—a convenient
Store & Dwelling-house,
With three rooms below, and two above, with a fine place in two of the lower rooms, with a good dry cellar under them; a kitchen, smoke-house, garden and two acres of land adjoining enclosed, part of which is well set with red clover. This tenement has been occupied for some years past by Messrs. Allan Gilpin & Co.; it is situated in a healthy and agreeable neighbourhood, is a fine stand for a country store, about 25 miles from Richmond, and not more than half a mile from the river, and in the midst of a fine wheat country.—For terms apply to the subscriber.
SAM. PLEASANTS. Powhatan co. 4th Mar. 1805. tf
The subscriber wishes to sell for cash, or on credit till the first day of January next, the
Two Brick Tenements,
Adjoining the house of Mr. Benjamin Mosby.
JOHN PENDLETON. City of Richmond, Nov. 10th, 1804. 2w
Dissolution of Partnership.
THE late firm of PRICE & HARRIS having been dissolved on the 21st inst. by the death of the said Price—NOTICE is hereby given to all persons indebted to the said firm, to come forward immediately and discharge their respective balances.—And all those having claims against the said firm are desired to bring them forward for adjustment on or before the 1st day of July next, being anxious to bring the business to a speedy close.
THOMAS HARRIS, Jun. Surviving partner of the late firm of Price & Harris. Powhatan county, Apr. 30, 1805.
FOR SALE.
If not sold by the 15th of June next, it will be leased from five to ten years, and possession given on the first day of July next.
WOODBURY MILLS.
Lately built of brick and stone, 50 by 42 feet, three stories high, with a durable stone dam, two pair Burr and one pair Cologne stones, with elevators, screens, building cloths, &c. on the most approved construction and now in complete order for business; situated on a constant stream, in the midst of a delightful wheat country, in the county of Powhatan, only one and a half miles from James river, and 23 miles above Richmond. To the mill will be attached a lot of about 100 acres land, on which stands a commodious two story dwelling house and other necessary offices, handsomely enclosed, under a post and rail fence, with garden paled in, all new, being lately finished; a cooper's and blacksmith's shop, miller's house, houses for the accommodation of the workmen, and excellent water very convenient for all purposes.—Terms may be known on application to the subscriber.
THOMAS HARRIS, Jun. Powhatan county, April 30, 1805. 5w
TAKEN UP
by the subscriber on his plantation in Powhatan county, a red HEIFER , with a little white on both her hind feet, marked with an underkel on the right ear, and a slit in the left. Appraised to eight dollars.
John Ligon. December 18, 1804. w3t*
FROM SOUTH AMERICA.
THE BEAUTIFUL SPANISH HORSE,
APPALUSIA,
WILL stand the ensuing season, at my plantation on Chickahominy, near the new bridges, and will be let to mares at the moderate price of ten dollars the season, payable the first of Oct. next, but notes (to be sent with the mares) may be discharged by paying eight dollars on or by the 1st of August, when the season will end. Insurance fifteen dollars (notes sent as above, payable 1st March, 1806.) And our dollars cash the leap. In either case 25 cents to the groom, to be paid down. Mares will be fed with clover and lucern gratis, and corn if required, at the selling price. I have no spare stalls in a strong new stable, with substantial locks, where they may be kept at nights, but will not be answerable for escapes.
APPALUSIA is lately from South America, about ten years old, 15 hands high, of a beautiful snow white colour, and most elegantly formed. It is unnecessary to point out the great superiority of this excellent breed of horses for the saddle, harness, &c. as it is generally known that they are well gaited, gentle, and the most hardy and thrifty horses in the world, and many live to be upwards of 50 years old.
APPALUSIA stood in Augusta the season before last, where he proved to be a certain foal getter, and many of his colts would have sold for 200 dollars each at a day old. A few mares were put to him the last season, (having bought him late) all of which proved with foal.
BENJAMIN DUVAL. February 15th, 1805. tf
Blank Bonds
For sale at this office.
Geo. Watt
HAS removed from the store he formerly occupied to a brick house on the cross street leading from the main street to Shockoe warehouse, where he has on hand and offers to dispose of on moderate terms, by wholesale,
The following Articles, viz: Loaf and Muscovado Sugars, N. England, W. Island, and Antigua Rum, Cognac, Barcelona and Apple Brandy, Sherry and Malaga Wine, Coffee of a superior quality, Molasses, Ginger and Fig Blue, Young Hyson and Imperial Tea, 400 Sacks Liverpool Salt. Patent Shot, assorted sizes—And The remainder of his Stock of Dry Goods, consisting principally of articles suited to the present and approaching season, which he will either sell on a credit of 3, 6 and 9 months, for notes negotiable at the Bank of Virginia, with approved endorsers, or barter for Tobacco, Flour or Hemp. Cash given for Tobacco. Richmond, 22d March, 1805.
RUN away
from the subscriber about the 13th January last, a negro man named ADAM , about 23 years of age, of a dark complexion, about 6 feet high, has a small scar on his forehead; had on when he went away an osnaburgh shirt, short coat and pantalettes of blue plains, and common felt hat; he had sundry other clothing which it is supposed he carried with him, as they have not been seen since he escaped. He was purchased of Mr. Gabriel Tuttle near Culpeper courthouse, by Mr. John Mullins, about 18 months past, of whom the subscriber purchased immediately afterwards; the said fellow has a wife at Dr. Claggett's, who lives at Culpeper courthouse; it is probable he may be harboured by his wife at this place. Whoever will deliver the said fellow to the subscriber living in Albemarle county near Charlottesville, shall receive a reward of Thirty Dollars, or if secured in any jail so that I get him again Twenty Dollars.
JOHN CLARKSON. 23d Feb. 1805. tf
PRECIPITATE,
IMPORTED by Mr. Lightfoot of Sandy Point, last winter, full 15 hands and a half high; will stand at my stable in Chesterfield county, Appomattox river, 15 miles above Petersburg, to be let to mares at ten guineas a mare, two of which will be remitted if paid with in the season, which will commence the 10th of March, & expire the 1st of August next. Board of servants gratis; mares may be fed with grain at two shillings per day. I have large and extensive pastures, divided in five different inclosures, that mares with foals may be kept distinct from barren mares. One dollar to the groom. No liability for accidents of any description.
PRECIPITATE was bred by Lord Egremont foaled in 1787, got by Mercury (a son of Eclipse) dam by Herod, his granddam Maiden by Matchem, out of Mr. Pratt's old Squirt mare; her dam by Mogul—Camilla by Bay Boleon—Old Lady dam of Sterling by Pulleine's chesnut Arabian—Rockwood Bustler.
PERFORMANCE.
In the first spring meeting, 1790, at New-Market, when 3 years old, he won the first class of the princes stakes of 100 guineas each, beating Thunderbolt, Chanticleer, and Sir Pepper, four having paid the forfeit. In the same week he won the Doltou stakes of 50 guineas each, beating Chamberbee, Dragon and Palfrey; 7 paid forfeit. Second spring meeting he won the 3d class of the princes stakes of 100 guineas, beating Thunderbolt; 7 paid forfeit. And in the same week he received 100 guineas forfeit from Lord Grosvenor's Radamantus.
In 1792 he won £ 50. at Guildfield, beating Doge, Thunderbolt, Samagapam and Stout; the next day £ 50. at the same place, beating Cardock and Griffin. He also won the king's 100 guineas, at Lewis, beating Slyscaper at 3 heats, the 1st being a dead heat. After which he was so highly esteemed that he became a stallion in his Lordship's stud at 12 guineas a mare. This horse is the sire of the following running horses in England: Johnquil, Petworth, Matrana, Rosalba, Chesnut colt out of Bobtail, Chesnut colt out of Rosemary, Humbag, Lazarus, Raginier, Apollo, Gulliver, Tag, Louisa, Tipstaff, Mr. Heathcote's filly out of Reeves, Alchymist, Clodhopper, Grey filly by R. H. Lampadusa, Mars, Mary, Matrana, Bay filly by Mr. Brown's Grey filly, Mr. Radcliff's, Tax, Tipstaff and Bobtail.
THOMAS GOODE. Feb. 20, 1805. tf
NOTICE.
IS hereby given to the creditors of Hooper & Toler, against whom a commission of Bankruptcy has been issued according to law, that the commissioners and assignees of their estate will meet at their office in the city of Richmond on Saturday the first of June next at eleven o'clock, A. M. in order to make a dividend of their estate and effects; when those creditors who have not proved their debts must come prepared, or they will be excluded the benefit of said dividend.
Marcus Elcan, William Temple, Assignees. Richmond, 12th April, 1805. tfj
RUN away
from the subscriber living in Granville county, North Carolina, about the first of February, a likely MULATTO FELLOW , about 23 years old, 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, spare made, and I do expect he will try and pass for a free negro; he frequently ties his hair, and is a very forward talkative fellow, fond of old ink—Also another BRIGHT MULATTO FELLOW , about 35 years old, he is a slow motioned fellow, has but little to say, but is a sensible arch fellow, about 5 feet 10 inches high; I do expect they are both together, and if possible will pass for free fellows. They have gone northwardly. Any person apprehending and confining them, or bringing them home, shall be handsomely rewarded by the subscriber.
LEWIS HENING. May 7, 1805. tf
Blank Bonds
For sale at this office.
SALES AT AUCTION.
SIX MONTHS CREDIT.
A GREABLE to the last will and testament of Mr. Jacob Bockius, will be SOLD , on Friday the 31st inst. (May), at the house formerly occupied by said Bockius in this city, 5 very likely & valuable Negroes , 4 of which are men, and well acquainted with the Tanning business, the other a woman, accustomed to house business—2 Cows and 1 Horse—one Double Chair and Harnass—one Horse, Saddle & Bridle—one Iron Chest—Likewise, some excellent Household and Kitchen Furniture. BENJAMIN TATE, Exrs. of JOHN PROSSER, J. Beckius. May 10, 1805. tds
THE subscriber regrets that he should again be under the necessity of requesting those having claims against the above estate, to bring them forward for payment—and those indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment, or suits will be instituted.
JOHN PROSSER.
SALES AT AUCTION.
On Wednesday the 22d instant, will be Sold,
THE HOUSE AND LOT,
ON Shockoe Hill, formerly belonging to the late Mr. Samuel Dobie. The terms of sale, will be one half cash, the remainder in two annual payments, to secure which, a deed of trust upon the property must be given by the purchaser.
THOMAS TAYLOR & CO. v. M. Richmond, 6th May, 1805. tds
MR. & MRS. PETICOLAS'S
ACADEMY.
MR. P. lately returned from Philadelphia with his family, respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Richmond and its vicinity, that he has removed to the commodious house formerly occupied by Miss Robbins, nearly opposite Mr. Copland's office on the Capitol hill, in which he intends to open an ACADEMY for the instruction of young Ladies.
Mr. P. returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public, for the encouragement and patronage he has heretofore met with; and hopes from the general satisfaction he has given, his endeavors will be crowned with success.
Mr. COX , lately teacher in several Boarding Schools in Philadelphia, will undertake the tuition of English Grammar, Elocution, Epistolary Style, History, Geography and Use of the Globes, Mythology, Writing, Arithmetic &c. with every thing appertaining to a polite English Education, together with Drawing and Painting.
Mr. P. will attend to the tuition of the French Language, Vocal and Instrumental Music, on the Piano—and Mrs. P. to the branches of Artificial Flowers and Plain Sewing.
If necessary, a Dancing Master can be procured.
N. B. Mr. PETICOLAS Repairs, Tunes and Teaches Playing the PIANO FORTE .
MINIATURES painted in a handsome style, and good likenesses, warranted.
Mr. COX will also attend Ladies and Gentlemen at their own houses, in the branches of Drawing and Painting.
Richmond, 15th May, 1805. 3w
THE subscriber begs leave to inform his friends and the public at large, that he has obtained a commission for the exercise of the duties of a NOTARY PUBLIC , in and for this City; and that any business committed to him shall meet with prompt dispatch.
Sam'l. McCraw. Richmond, 17th May, 1805. tf
TEN DOLLARS REWARD.
LOST , on Saturday last (in Henrico Court House, or in the streets between that and the residence of the subscriber,) a
A BUNDLE OF PAPERS,
Marked "Henrico Mar Term, 1805" Within this bundle, were Manifests for twenty hogsheads of Tobacco, sundry Accounts, Notes and other Documents, relative to suits depending in that court, and were subdivided into six bundles, and marked 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th day.
Those papers cannot be of any possible utility to any one except the subscriber and his clients—the Tobacco mentioned in the manifests having been some time since delivered by the Inspectors at Shockoe warehouse, and shipped.
Upon a delivery of those papers, I will give the above reward, and ask no questions in relation to them. But if Stolen, I will give ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for such information as may lead to a conviction of the culprit.

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Our attention is drawn to this people from the advantages they are determined to derive from the present war. Plowden has exhibited the Constitution of the United Kingdom. After observing that to label any part of the Constitution, and that the democratical part, was an essential part, he declares that he cannot panegy- rize a system of discountenancing, vilify- ing, if not criminalizing, the asserters of the Constitution—that the sovereignty of all power, not only originated from the peo- ple, but continues unalienably to reside with them."
THE CONTRAST.
The advocates of aristocracy and mo- narchy are continually bawling out against republican governments and republican institutions. Kingly governments, say they, are strong, energetic, and command- ing; whilst those of a republican nature, are effeminate, fluctuating and inconstant. Such sentiments may grace the palace of St. James, and be swallowed with avidity by the imperial court of the Thuilleries, but can never command the esteem, nor the reverence of a true hearted American. The excellence of a government may be estimated in proportion to the protection yielded to the governed, and the ease with which fiscal exactions are made. A peo- ple cannot be happy where extravagant taxes are levied; and where the fruits ac- quired by the "sweat of the brow," are exacted to gild the pockets of sinecure officers, and governmental sycophants. With this criterion before us, we ask, who is most happy, the British or American citizens? As answer to the question, let the following extracts be read. The first is additional duties levied in England, for the payment of the interest of a loan of 22,500,000l. sterling, recently ordered to be raised for the support of government. The other is an extract from Jefferson's last inaugural speech, on the subject of taxes:
"The interest of this loan is provided for by the following new taxes; An ad- dition of 1d on all single letters by the post, 2d on foreign letters and 1d on two penny letters—5d a bushel on salt con- sumed at home, & 6d a bushel on salt ex- ported to any part of Europe—8s on pleasure horses in addition to the 40s paid at pre- sent—one per cent. upon direct legacies, which formerly paid no duty; one per cent. on legacies charged on land; and in place of eight, ten per cent. on legacies to strangers in blood."
Extract from Mr. Jefferson's inaugural speech.
"At home fellow citizens, you best know whether we have done well or ill. The suppression of unnecessary offices; of useless establishments and expenses, enabled us to discontinue our internal taxes. These covering our land with officers and opening our doors to their intrusions, had already begun that process of domi- ciiliary vexation, which, once entered, is scarcely to be restrained from reaching successively every article of produce and property."
What a contrast! The American re- public happy, prosperous, and growing in- to mighty importance; while destruction, bankruptcy, and oppressive burthens, threaten the annihilation of the British nation. Tax upon tax are levied upon all classes of people—they must be paid, and the payment robs them of that which thousands want to procure the necessaries of life. But in America it is very dif- ferent. We may use the language of our worthy President; and ask, "what far- mer, what mechanic, what labourer sees a tax gatherer of the United States?" Our wise and economical internal and external regulations have enabled government to discontinue all internal taxes, and at the same time rapidly to diminish the national debt. But in Great Britain, with a re- venue of 23,000,000l. sterling, a loan of nearly that amount is required to defray the ordinary expenses of government. O prodigality, where is thy blush!
Who then would exchange our pure re- presentative system of government, for that of monarchy or aristocracy? The unfeel- ing wretch, who would riot on the misery of his fellow citizens, who could obtain some permanent office near the throne, & be placed beyond the caprice of fortune, perhaps will answer I. But the philanthropist, the man whose breast glows with a patrio- tic ardor for the happiness of the human race, whose soul has been taught to feel another's woe, will exclaim not I. Let then those who snarl at our administra- tion of government, who look & speak con- temptuously of our republican government, who contend that there is no virtue in the mass of society, and who say that the iron rod of a despot is necessary to keep them in subjection, fly to European countries, let them visit every country in every cli- mate, and they will be compelled to say, if they speak the truth, AMERICANS, YOU ARE THE HAPPIEST PEOPLE ON EARTH! (Centinel of Freedom.)
LIFE OF WASHINGTON.
The following handsome notice of Judge Marshall's Life of Washington is extract- ed from a late respectable magazine. We learn from various sources, that this Amer- ican work is purchased and read with a- vidity in every city of Great Britain and Ireland, and that it is generally consider- ed, by men of intelligence and candor, as a valuable addition to the stock of inter- esting historical information. The fourth volume of the work is now in the press in this city, and will shortly be published by the proprietor, Mr. Wayne.—U. S. Gaz. The life of George Washington, &c. &c. compiled under the inspection of the Ho- norable Bushrod Washington, from origi- nal papers bequeathed to him by his de- ceased relation.
The author of this interesting and va- luable work is Mr. John Marshall, chief justice of the United States, the intimate friend and associate of Washington, and a gentleman who appears to be well qual- ified for the arduous and responsible under- taking. Three volumes only have yet made their appearance, and the first of these consists of preliminary matter. It is wholly occupied by the introduction, which gives an historical sketch of the Anglo A- merican colonies before the war which established their independence. The se- cond volume begins with the birth of Washington, and continues the history to the end of the second campaign of the war with Britain, when General Howe had ob- tained possession of New-York. The 3d volume continues it to 1779. In this work history and biography go hand in hand, each assisting and giving light to the other. Mr. Marshall in these volumes has delin- eated the public character of his hero in all its bearings, with a very faithful and spi- rited pencil; and those who regret the want of more ample information concern- ing the education and early habits, and who are anxious to know how his mind was formed, how his talents were unfold- ed, and what first called them into action, will be gratified in the succeeding vo- lumes.
The work will be a permanent addition to our stock of national literature. (Month. Mag. suph. vol. 18, 587.)
FROM LATE ENGLISH PAPERS.
Portugal, it is rep- ted, had purchas- ed the privilege of neutrality from France for an annual subsidy of 6,000,000 cru- sades.
The Catholic deputies from Ireland, had an interview on the 19th March with Mr. Fox and Lord Grenville, whom they requested to present their petition to par- liament. The request was complied with and both these gentlemen gave notice in the respective houses, on the same day, that they should present the petition on the 25th. This important question has therefore become connected with the op- position, & it is believed will give Mr. Pitt some trouble. The deputies, consisting of Lords Fingal, Shrewsbury, Kenmare, Southwell, Trimbleston, Sir Edward Pel- lew, Messrs. Scully and Ryan, had waited on Mr. Pitt on the 9th March with a request that he would present the petiti- on, and support their claims. He posi- tively declined complying with their re- quest at present assuring them that he was free from the objections which stood in their way; and expressing regret that an obstacle in a certain quarter, rendered it imprudent to agitate and impossible to ob- tain their claims at the present moment.
Old Madame Bonaparte has failed in her endeavors to effect a reconciliation be- tween her sons Napoleon and Lucien; she has, however, interested the Pope & Tal- leyrand on the occasion, and much is ex- pected from their interference. Talley- rand is stated to have interceded for Je-rome likewise, and to have formed a pro- ject for the establishment of these Prin- ces in Spain and Portugal. In fact, there is nothing too bold or unjust for the policy and ambition of Bonaparte, or too insult- ing for the endurance of Europe.
Report of the operations of the Mint, dur- ing the last year.
To the President of the U. States. At the commencement of the year, it is the duty of the Director of the Mint, to communicate to government, the state of the Mint with its issues for the past year.
The issues of silver coins, notwithstanding the mercantile embarrassments attend- ing the importation of bullion, have great- ly exceeded that of the year 1803: and the advantage of a public mint, has long been sensibly experienced, by the greatest part of the deposits being issued in small coin, which has been found very beneficial to the citizens at large, under the late scarcity of Spanish dollars, occasioned by the great exportation of them, for mercantile pur- poses.
The quantity of gold bullion, has been equal to that of the last report, so that in the past year the coinage of the precious metals has amounted to three hundred and fifty-eight thousand nine hundred and eighty three dollars. The particulars will appear by the schedule No. 1, here- with, to which the director begs leave to refer.
It is worthy of the President's attention, that about eleven thousand dollars of the gold coin is the produce of virgin gold, found in the county of Cabarrus, in the state of North Carolina, where it is said, a very considerable quantity has been found, since the last deposits, and will in all probability, be forwarded to the mint. It is to be regretted, that this gold is melt- ed into small ingots, before it is sent to the mint, for the convenience of carriage; but by which, there is reason to believe, a considerable proportion of it is wasted. It is also said, that the finest particles are neglected, and only the large grains and lumps sought after.
The increased price of copper in Eu- rope, and the quantity on hand, have been thought sufficient reasons, to confine the coinage of cents to one press; and from the last account from Europe, copper is likely to be considerably increased in price, which will render the coinage of cents less profitable. The past year, there have been issued, seven hundred and fifty-six thou- sand, eight hundred and thirty eight cents, and one million and fifty-five thousand three hundred and twelve half cents, equal
to twelve thousand eight hundred & forty- four dollars and ninety-four cents as ap- pears by the same schedule, No. 1. The amount of the cost of copper and profit on the whole coinage of cents this year, will be seen in schedule No. 2.
The coinage of the year amounts in the whole, to the sum of three hundred and twenty-one thousand eight hundred and seventy-seven dollars and ninety-four cents, and the number of pieces to two millions forty-six thousand eight hundred and thirty-nine.
The expenses of the mint for the past year will appear, by schedule, No. 3, to be reduced to a trifle more than sixteen thou- sand dollars.
The director thinks it his duty to men- tion to the President, that very considera- ble difficulty, as well as danger may arise to the public, from the officers and work- men of the mint being exposed to be call- ed out to attend militia meetings or on de- tachments. When large deposits of pre- cious metals are passing through the mint, and particularly when in fusion, it may be of the most dangerous consequence to have officers and men called away, or be liable to fines for non-attendance. It is too important a trust to be thus exposed. The president in his wisdom will provide against this evil. (Signed)
ELIAS BOUDINOT, Director. Mint of the United States, Philadelphia, 1st Jan. 1805.
ROBERT NELSON is elected a Senator for the district composed of the counties of York, Warwick and Elizabeth City.
NORFOLK, May 17. CAPTURE OF THE BRITISH SHIP HELE- NA.
The Helena of Glasgow, a British letter of marque commanded by capt. G. Stew- art, sailed from Norfolk for Barbadoes a- bout the first of January. She had been reported as shipwrecked—The following is an extract of a letter from the capt. to his friend in this place, received yesterday. Point Petre, Guad. Feb. 17, 1805.
"I am sorry to inform you of the capture of the Helena, on the 10th instant, a- bout 3 degrees to windward of Barbadoes, by the Revolution French privateer, of 14 guns and 120 men, after a close action of two hours; during which they made sev- eral attempts to board us, but were repulsed with considerable loss. Besides their great guns, they kept pouring musquetry into us without intermission, which disa- bled the ship very much, wounded one man severely, and drove several others from their quarters. Finding it impossi- ble to keep her any longer from boarding us, (having no nettings, and the weather being moderate) I was under the necessi- ty of surrendering. The privateer suffer- ed considerably in her sails and rigging; but they would never let us know how many men they lost. They must have lost a good many; for their decks were full of men and we supplied them pretty well with grape and canister shot."
WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE LOTTERY, Now drawing in Norfolk. FIFTH DAY.
Table with 4 columns: Prize, Numbers. Prizes of 500 dollars—No. 6297. Prizes of 15 dollars—Nos. 956 5650 4969 7456 7539 4919 7891 544 3269 5428 453 4297. Blanks—Nos. 2468 1195 2236 6776 3980 399 635 3738 1815 2915 419 3782 2170 1272 295 7490 2339 1740 291 4279 7057 1171 2642 711 3370 7535 141 6433 2067 6579 221 4709 2756 6135 3888 2229 2211.
Ingenuity of the Spider.—T. A. Knight, Esq. of Herefordshire, has in a treatise on the culture of the apple and pear, intro- duced the following anecdote concerning this curious animal—"I have frequently placed a spider on a small upright stick, whose base was surrounded by water, to observe its most singular mode of escape. After having thus discovered that the or- dinary means of retreat are cut off, it as- cends the point of the stick, and standing nearly on its head, ejects its web, which the wind readily carries to some contigu- ous object. Along this the sagacious in- sect effects his escape, not, however, till it has previously ascertained, by several exertions of its whole strength, that its web is properly attached at the opposite end. I do not know that this instance of the sagacity of the spider has been noticed by any entomological writer, and I in- sert it here, in consequence of having seen in some periodical publication, a very er- roneous account of the origin of the spi- der's threads which are observed to pass from tree or bush to another in dewy morn- ings."—London Paper.
MRS. HORSLEY & DAUGHTER, RESPECTFULLY inform the citizens of Rich- mond, that they intend opening a SCHOOL for the Education of Young Ladies. In which will be taught, Drawing, Painting, Tambouring, Embroidery and several kinds of Needle Work—Also, Reading and Writing. The School will be kept at Mr. John Allen's in the cross street opposite the Courthouse. Those ladies & gentle- men, who may be inclined to patronize them, may rely on the strictest attention to the instruc- tion and morals of their pupils. Richmond, May 21, 1805. 3t—1pd.
THE SUBSCRIBER IS DESIROUS OF SELLING HIS
LOT and IMPROVEMENTS In the town of Warren, consisting of a house well calculated for a Store and the accommo- dation of a small family, with good Cellars, Kitchen, Stable and Smoke House, and a Garden well enclosed. Possession may be had at any time, and the terms will be made easy. JOHN STAPLES. Warren, 15th May, 1805. w4t
POSTSCRIPT.
NEW YORK, May 14.
At a late hour last evening, the ship U- nion, capt. Johnson, arrived at this port in 34 days from Liverpool; and the Editor of the Mercantile Advertiser has received by her, a file of London papers and Lloyd's Lists, each to the 5th of April inclusive, being later by fourteen days, than our ad- vices by the William Penn. Events of considerable importance to the European world have occurred since last advices.—Of these our time and limits admit only a very rapid sketch. Bonaparte, the ambi- tious Bonaparte has been declared King of Italy. The city of Lubeck has been surrounded by French troops for the os- tensible purpose of preventing the intro- duction of British manufactures: against this daring measure the Prussian govern- ment has sent a spirited remonstrance to Paris. A want of cordiality seems to ex- ist among the northern powers in relation to a connection. The new constitution of Holland is about to go into operation. The secret expedition, confidently stated to be bound for the Mediterranean, has sailed from Portsmouth and Plymouth. The Toulon fleet had put to sea, and Nelson, ignorant of their destination, was in quest of them. The Brest fleet also put to sea, and last accounts the channel fleet and they were in sight, and a rencounter con- sidered certain. Intelligence had reached London, on the 2d of April, of the arrival at Dominica of the Rochefort squadron.
LONDON, March 26.—The Catholic Petition was yesterday presented to Parliament by Lord Grenville and Mr. Fox: but did not, as was ex- pected, give rise to any discussion. In the House of Lords, Lord Auckland expressed a hope that the subject would be completely, coolly, and dis- passionately discussed; and Lord Hawkesbury announced his determination to oppose the prayer of the petition.
In the House of Commons, Mr. Cartwright said he had been always in hopes that it would not be brought forward as long as an insurmount- able objection to it existed. They who present- ed it knew this insurmountable objection existed, and he was surprised therefore that they should bring it forward. This proceeding could serve no other purpose than exciting a ferment and ag- itation in the public mind that ought to be avoid- ed if possible.
The discussion of the petition in the House of Commons was fixed for the 5th of May. No day has yet been fixed for its discussion in the House of Lords.
We repeat the opinion we have more than once expressed, that the petition could not have been presented at a more unseasonable time; and we suggest one remark to the consideration of our readers, that compliance with the wishes of the Catholics must necessarily end in the repeal of the Test and all the Acts that affect Protestant Dissenters.
Our first account, which some foreign advices inconsiderately contradicted, has been proved to be correct, and Bonaparte has added the title of King of Italy to that of Emperor of France. The Italian Consulta of S. S. and the deputation of the Italian republic headed by the vice president Melzi, proceeded in great state to the Thuil- leries on the 15th, when Bonaparte received them seated on his throne, and surrounded by the Prin- ces of his house, and the great officers of state.
Melzi then addressed him in a short speech, in which he pronounced a condemnation of the Constitution which had been given to the Italian republic—a constitution which he considered as the mere creation and creature of circumstance, too feeble to be permanent or respectable. He then read in Italian the resolutions passed by the Consulta, in which after declaring the govern- ment of the Italian republic an hereditary Mo- narchy, on the same principles as those which constitute the government of the French empire, they declared Napoleon Bonaparte King of Italy, and the throne hereditary in his direct and legi- timate male descendants, natural or adoptive. They declare also that the crown of Italy can on- ly be united by the crown of France in his person: and that no future Emperor of France shall at the same time be King of Italy. At the same time whilst they give him the right of resigning the crown and naming his successor during his life time, they express their opinion that he cannot make use of it without compromising the safety, integrity and independence of the state, so long as the French armies shall occupy the kingdom of Naples, the Roman states, Corsica, and British Malta, and so long as the peninsula of Italy shall be menaced with being made every moment the field of battle of the greatest Powers in Europe.
Bonaparte, accepting the proffered crown with great willingness, reminded the Consulta of the benefits he had conferred on them, acknowledg- ing that the separation of the crowns of Italy, and France might at present be fatal to the ex- tence of the former, consented to keep the crown, 'til the moment should arrive in which he should be able to place it on a younger head, "who shall continue my work and be ready to sacrifice his life to the happiness of the people over whom providence, the constitutions, and my will shall have called him to reign."
Repairing from this mockery at the Thuil- leries to the senate, Bonaparte was there har- rangued by M. Talleyrand, who in much the same style as the Duke of Buckingham harangu- ed Richard the Third, enumerated the reasons and arguments that should induce his Imperial Majesty graciously to accept the Italian Crown. His Italian Majesty, is immediately to repair to Milan, to be crowned and to give a definitive Constitution to his new kingdom. April 5.
FOR SALE, THE HOUSE AND LOT,
ON Shockoe Hill, late the property of Robert Ellis, dec. The house has three separate tenements, and rents at present for ninety-five pounds per annum. The terms may be known on application to Thomas Norvell, or Har- din Davis. Should this property not be sold be- fore the 15th day of June next, it will then be of- fered at public auction, for one third cash, and the balance in six and nine months. Thomas Winn. Goochland, 21st May, 1805. tds
MR. & MRS. PETICOLAS'S ACADEMY will open on Monday the 27th inst.—Hours of tuition, from 9 to 2, and from 3 to 6, May 22.
FOR THE VIRGINIA ARGUS.
THE VANITY OF HUMAN WISHES.
IN ancient times, there lived on earth, As many a learned poet writes, Far-fetched fancies, and fantastic whims, Who were addicted much to mirth, And play'd their pranks, both days and nights, Invisible could always be, Each word 'on said, distinctly hear, Through fifty leagues, from where you were; (Perhaps you'll say the Devil was in it,) Travel five hundred miles a minute, Dart through the key hole, quick as lightning, Often the girls and children frightening.
Old Shakespeare says, (I'm not romancing) That he at different times has seen, These merry sprights, their king and queen Near Avon, to soft music dancing, By the moonlight, on the green.
There liv'd in those same days, (says fame,) A laboring couple, poor and old, The man no sot, the wife no celd, Esteem'd by all, to whom well known, And by their neighbors call'd by name, Of honest John, and careful Joan.
As one cold night, before their fire, This worthy couple cheerful sat, About their farm engaged in chat, Says John how happy is the Squire,— And I my Joan was but just now, Thinking, and wishing that as now, If we could only but command, One horse, and one more piece of land, Not a thing more should I desire.
Scarce had these words escap'd his lips, When heavenly music floats upon the air, On end like bristles stands their hair, The queen of Fays in lightly trips, And thus address'd the wond'ring pair.
"My worthy souls why in such fright, "You are so honest that in me, "One of your warmest friends you see, "And I've come here this very night, "To grant to you of wishes three, "In earthly goods—for you're to know, "That health, long life, and many more, "Are by a law made long ago, "Not one of them within my power." They greatly thank'd the bounteous spright, Who in an instant vanish'd from their sight.
And now says John with look quite wise, "Joan I'll wish twice, and you wish once, "And find thou best not a dunce,— "I wish I had twelve thousand crowns, "I would this mean, low cost renounce"— His voice, a shower of treasure downe, Just at their feet, with glistening eyes, They see a heap of gold arise.
"Now," says old Joan, "as I'm a sinner, "I wish with all my heart my dear, "We may have of cost, and trouble clear, "Beef and plum-pudding for our dinner "On ev'ry day throughout the year."
In rage cries John, "thou hast spoil'd our luck, "Why Joan thou out thy senses art,— "Well I do now with all my heart, "Sincerely wish that thou, God knows, "Had a large pudding closely stuck, "Unto thy ugly bottle nose.
No sooner said than up there rose, A pudding near three pounds in weight, And stuck,—Oh, horrid to relate,— Unto the poor old lady's nose, And grew so hard, sheugg'd in vain, Till John relenting wish'd it off again—
Old John was now asham'd of labor, Nay, he so very silly grew, That (as most folks are wont to do,) He'd scarcely speak to an old neighbor. Of his wealth he talk'd with so much pleasure, (And of building a large house of stone, That it became to robbers known, Who one night seiz'd on all his treasure, And murder'd him and his wife Joan.
How anxious oft, are men to change their lot, The ploughman from his humble, peaceful cot, Surveys with aching, and with envious eye, The rich man's splendor, as he passes by, Nor is aware that often round him waits, Pride and ambition, avarice and hate, Dire passions, that his ev'ry ad control, And check each noble impulse of the soul. Can all the wealth, of all the world combin'd, Return to guilty state, the sunshine of the mind? Can all that wealth, with pomp & power restrain, The dart of death, of sickness, or of pain? Can pride & avarice, whilst with smiles they view, Their coffers fill'd with minerals of Peru, Sit on those chests, unmov'd, with heart of stone, And hear the widow's cries, and orphan's moan, The pleasure feel by competence possess'd, Who soothes the sorrows, of the troubled breast, Who bearing succor, to the hovel flies, Where wan disease, with "shivering famine lies," Restores to virtue's cheek, its faded bloom, And saves the victim from the expiring tomb? How oft our wishes, if they're grati'd, Injure ourselves, and other men beside, Had not old John, his wish of gold obtain'd, Perhaps in former peace, he had remain'd. "Sunk to the grave with unperceiv'd decay, "While resignation gently slop'd the way," Had Joan surviv'd to see upon the board, Through-out the year, the dainty she ador'd, Soon cloy'd to loathing, with the once lov'd dish, She had curs'd herself for making such a wish. Then if ye're bless'd with competence & health, And a pure conscience, why think much of wealth! Forbear to wish—the world take as it goes, Lest there should stick, a pudding to your nose. TYRO.
Richmond, December 12, 1804.
WILL BE SOLD,
To the highest bidder, on Monday the 3d of June next, at the late dwelling house of Col. John Jones, dec. Amelia.
About twenty-two likely Negroes, Among which are some tradesmen, a good Cooper, rough Carpenter, Shoe maker and Black- smith. One third of the above slaves will be sold for cash, the other two thirds on a credit of twelve months—Bonds with approved security, for all sums above twenty dollars will be requir- ed of the purchasers; if not punctually paid, to carry legal interest from the date. Likewise, on a credit of twelve months, will be sold, (approved bonds as above) All the stock of Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Hogs, Household & Kitchen Furniture, Plan- tion Utensils, and a few barrels of Corn. All persons to whom the estate of Col. John Jones is indebted, are requested to bring their claims forward on the day of sale, by David C. Jones, adm'r. 15th May, 1805 tds
FAMILY BIBLE.
SUCH of the subscribers to Carey's Family Bible in Virginia, as intend to take the books, are requested to apply for them at S. Pleasants' Book-Store, Richmond, before the 18th of June next, at which time all those re- maining will be returned.