Virginia Argus (Richmond, Va.), 1804-02-29 00:00:00

The VIRGINIA ARGUS.
[Vol. XI.]
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CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
TUESDAY, February 14.
Mr. Rodney observed that a subject had some time since been before congress, in which the commercial world was considerably interested; he alluded to the fixing a standard of weights and measures. Under an impression that this was a fit time to resume its consideration, he moved a resolution to instruct the committee of commerce and manufactures to enquire into the expediency of fixing a standard of weights and measures.
Mr. Leib suggested the propriety of referring the subject to a select committee, in which idea Mr. Rodney acquiesced.—When Dr. Mitchell after assigning a number of reasons which led him to be of opinion, that congress would not, during the present session, be enabled to arrive at any conclusive measures on the subject—moved to postpone the resolution till to-morrow.
In which Mr. Rodney acquiescing, the motion was ordered to lie until to-morrow. An engrossed bill for the relief of certain military pensioners in South Carolina was read the third time and passed.
An engrossed bill for the reduction of the marine corps was read the third time, and passed—Ayes 73—Nays 40.
An engrossed bill for the relief of Samuel Corps was read the third time.
Messrs. J. Clay, S. L. Mitchell and Dana supported, and Messrs. Gregg and Smith opposed its passage; when the question was put and the bill passed—Ayes 63—Nays 44.
Mr. Thomas's motion for the appointment of a joint committee of the two houses to report when it will be expedient to adjourn, and what business it will be proper previously to attend to was agreed to.
Mr. Bard's motion for the imposition of a tax of ten dollars upon every negro imported into the United States was taken up.
A debate arose which continued till 4 o'clock, when an adjournment took place without any decision.
Messrs. Bard, Findley, S. L. Mitchell, and Sloan supported; and Messrs. Lowndes, Bedinger, Macon, Moore and Huger, opposed the resolution.
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 15.
Mr. Nicholson reported a bill for incorporating the Theatre association in the city of Washington.
Referred to a committee of the whole.
Mr. Nicholson reported a bill providing for the settlement of sundry claims to public lands lying south of the state of Tennessee, which was received and read the first time.
Dr. Leib moved to postpone its further consideration to the first Monday in December next.
This motion was lost—Ayes 31—and the bill referred to a committee of the whole house.
Mr. Leib observed that an account of the most extraordinary nature had been recently laid before the house by the Navy department respecting the expenses of the Marine Corps. It was indeed a phenomenon in accounts. It was of such a nature as required the interposition of the house either to annihilate or reform the office of accountant of the navy. The statement was a species so non-descript never seen before in the United States. From it, it appeared that the public money had been expended in a most extravagant way, without any efficient check.
From it, it likewise appeared that the Lieutenant Colonel Commandant had united in his person the offices of quarter master, forage master, commissary and pay master without check or controul. There was a high necessity, Dr. Leib said, when the government was looking to economical reforms, to attempt some reform in this department of expenses. It was his opinion that the office of the accountant of the navy ought to be abolished, or, at any rate, some salutary reform effected. He, therefore, moved a resolution.
That the committee of ways and means be instructed to enquire into the expediency of abolishing the office of accountant of the navy, to report by bill or otherwise.
The house having taken the resolution up for consideration,
Mr. J. Clay said that he had no objection to the passage of the resolution; but he would state, for the information of the house, that the committee of ways and means had had the subject, together with that presented by an enquiry into the expediency of abolishing the office of the
accountant of the war department, before them, for some weeks past.
Mr. Leib replied that he was aware that the subject was generally before the committee of ways and means; but the house had been in session four months without any report being made on it. His object was that this resolution should be passed as an instruction to the committee to pay a particular and early attention to the subject.
Mr. Nicholson moved to amend the motion by adding to it, "and the office of the accountant of the war department." His reason for this motion was that a bill to that effect was introduced into the house two years ago. Mr. N. added that he was of the opinion, that an infinitely better arrangement could be made at the treasury if these offices were abolished than if they were retained.
Dr. Leib acquiesced in the amendment. The resolution, so amended, was then agreed to—Ayes 61.
The bill making provision for the application of the money heretofore appropriated to the laying out and making public roads leading from the navigable waters emptying into the Atlantic to the Ohio river, was read the third time.
Mr. Smilie moved its postponement to the first Monday in December, on the ground that the measure was premature, as the fund had not become sufficiently productive to justify the taking any immediate steps.
Mr. Jackson supported the bill, on the ground, that Congress having pledged themselves to appropriate the money, there was an obligation imposed upon them to expedite the application of it, that the beneficial effects expected from it might be the sooner realised.
Mr. Morrow advocated the postponement till the next session. He was hostile to the present bill on account of the transfer of the power of designating the routes to commissioners under the direction of the President; under the belief that it would involve a great and useless expense.
After a few remarks from Mr. Sloan in favor of the bill, and from Mr. Lyon in support of the postponement, the motion to postpone was negatived—Ayes 33—Nays 49—When the bill passed—Ayes 60.
On motion of Mr. Jackson, the title was varied, so as to read "An act authorising the appointment of commissioners to explore the routes most eligible for certain roads, &c."
The house again resolved itself into a committee of the whole—Mr. Varum in the chair—on Mr. Bard's resolution to impose a TAX of TEN DOLLARS on every SLAVE imported into the United States; the debate on which occupied the remainder of the sitting.
Mr. Lucas supported, and Mr. Holland opposed the resolution.
Mr. Earle moved that the committee should rise. His object was that, having risen, they should be refused leave to sit again, and that the resolution should be postponed to the first day of May next. He declared his expectation, from information recently received, that the legislature of South Carolina would, at their session, expected to be held in April, repeal the law allowing the importation of slaves.
This motion was supported by Messrs. Gregg, Lyon, Huger and Claiborne; and opposed by Messrs. Smilie, Stanton, Southard, Sloan, and Lucas; and on the question being put, was negatived—Ayes 55—Nays 60.
The resolution was then agreed to—Ayes 69.
When the committee rose, and reported their agreement to the resolution.
On the suggestion of Mr. R. Griswold that the amendment proposed to the resolution, to add "and their territories," might imply that it was contemplated to revoke the existing prohibition to import slaves into them, it was with the assent of the mover, negatived.
The question recurring on the original resolution, Mr. Winn moved a postponement of it to the first Monday of January.
Mr. J. Clay supported, and Messrs. Lucas, Sloan and Stanton opposed this motion, which was negatived. The Yeas and Nays were called, and were—Yeas 54—Nays 62.
When the final question was taken on the resolution, and carried in the affirmative—Yeas 71.
THURSDAY, Feb. 16.
The house went into a committee of the whole—Mr. Dawson in the chair—on the bill to amend the charter of Alexandria.
After undergoing several amendments the bill was reported to the house.
On motion of Mr. Eppes an amendment was made—Ayes 49—Nays 39—by which every freeholder is made eligible as a member of the common council, in stead of only such freeholders as are worth 500 dollars.
On motion of Dr. Leib the bill was so
amended as to make every freeholder eligible as Mayor, instead of requiring a freehold estate of 1000 dollars—Ayes 48—Nays 36.
Mr. J. Randolph, from the committee of ways and means, reported a bill laying a duty of ten dollars upon every slave imported into the United States. Read twice.
Mr. J. Randolph moved that it be made the order of the day for to-morrow.
Dr. Leib moved that it be made the order for a more distant day.
When an adjournment was called for, and carried without any question being put on the previous motion.
FRIDAY, Feb. 17.
Dr. Leib, from the committee appointed on that subject, reported a bill more effectually to secure the independence of the judges of the courts of the United States.
Referred to a committee of the whole house on Monday next.
Mr. Claiborne, from the committee appointed to bring in a bill making further provision for extinguishing debts due from the United States, reported a bill.
Referred to a committee of the whole on Monday.
On motion of Mr. Dana, the committee of commerce and manufactures were instructed to enquire into the expediency of amending the several acts fixing the compensations of officers of the customs.
Dr. Mitchell presented a memorial from sundry owners of unregistered vessels in the city of New York, praying that vessels originally of foreign construction, but rebuilt two thirds within the United States, and vessels originally built within the "Fredish" territories, and having since lost their registers, may be employed in the Whale and Seal fisheries, subject to no higher duties or tonnage than are paid on vessels duly registered and recorded when employed in like manner; provided such vessels are wholly owned by citizens of the United States; the petition states that the number of such vessels, now destitute of registers, and sailing only under sea-letters is very great, and the number likely to encrease; and urges the utility of employing them in the fisheries, using the ordinary rate of duties, as an equivalent for bounty and a capital encouragement of those useful branches of business.
Referred to the committee on fostering and encouraging the fisheries.
A message was received from the President of the United States, by Mr. Harvie, his secretary, giving certain information respecting the situation of the lands of the United States in the vicinity of Detroit.
Referred to the committee appointed to enquire into the expediency of amending the several acts respecting the sale of public lands.
Mr. Nicholson reported a bill supplementary to the act providing for a navy pierce establishment.
The bill provides for the appointment of sundry agents to superintend the ships laid up in ordinary.
Referred to a committee of the whole on Monday.
Mr. Nicholson made a report on the petition of _____ Marsteller, &c.—praying for divorces—The report states that the committee have not thought it necessary to enquire into the merits of the individual cases, under the conviction that a general power to grant divorces should be vested in some tribunal. For this purpose the report concludes with a resolution to invest the circuit court with power to allow divorces.
Resolution agreed to—Ayes 75—and referred to a select committee to bring in a bill.
Mr. Rodney, to whom was referred a memorial from W. H. Harrison, President of the convention of the Indiana territory, and other memorials, made a report.
Referred to a committee of the whole on Monday.
An engrossed bill to amend the charter of Alexandria was read the third time, and passed—Ayes 79.
Previously to its passage Mr. Sloan spoke against it, principally on account of the restriction of the right of suffrage to freeholders.
The house resumed the consideration of the unfinished business of yesterday, viz. "what day should be made the order to the committee of the whole to consider the bill laying a TAX of ten dollars upon every SLAVE IMPORTED into the United States."
Mr. Lowndes moved that the further consideration of the bill should be postponed till the first Monday in December.
On this motion a long debate ensued, which did not terminate till near five o'clock.
It was supported by Messrs. Lowndes, Huger, R. Griswold, Gregg, Mason, Holland, Rodney and Sandford; and opposed by Messrs. Findley, Sloan, Conrad, Smith, Lucas, Eppes, Jackson, S. L. Mitchell, Elmer, Stanton and Bedinger; when the Yeas and Nays being required, were Yeas 55—Nays 60.
A question was then taken on a postponement to the first Monday in May—Lost, Ayes 42—Nays 52.
Mr. Findley moved a postponement to the 2nd Monday in March: which motion after some debate, prevailed—Ayes 56—Nays 50.
[To prevent an erroneous impression being made on the public by the above proceedings, it is proper to remark that, during the whole discussion, not a single voice was raised in defence of the act of the legislature of South Carolina allowing the importation of slaves; but that, on the contrary, while by some of the speakers its immorality and impolicy were severely censured, by all its existence was deprecated. A large number of those who voted for the postponement, advocated it on the express and sole ground that it would give the legislature of South Carolina an opportunity, which they believed would be embraced, to repeal the act.]
SATURDAY, Feb. 18.
Mr. Eppes offered the following resolution:—
Resolved, That a committee be appointed to enquire whether the monies drawn from the treasury of the United States on account of the marine corps from the year 1798 to the end of the year 1803 have been faithfully applied to the public service in conformity to existing laws, which was immediately taken up, agreed to, and referred to Messrs. Eppes, Sands, McCreery, Leib and Boyle.
On motion of Dr. Leib, the committee of ways and means were instructed to enquire into the expediency of abolishing the office of lieutenant colonel commandant of the marine corps.
Mr. Moore offered a resolution, instructing the committee of commerce and manufactures to enquire into the expediency of authorising the President of the United States to employ persons to explore such parts of the province of Louisiana, as he may think proper, and to report their opinion thereupon to the house.
Mr. Moore said it was scarcely necessary to make any remarks on the object of this resolution. The government were not in possession of a good geographical description of Louisiana which it was very desirable that they should possess; inasmuch as its limits were not completely designated in the articles of cession; and as the time might not, perhaps, be distant, when its boundaries may be a subject of negotiation between the former owners of the province and the United States.
The resolution was agreed to—Ayes 53.
Dr. Mitchell, from the committee of commerce and manufactures, made a report on the subject of laying duties for the support of light houses.
The report is accompanied with several documents, and concludes with a resolution that a duty of 40 cents a ton be laid on foreign vessels entering the ports of the United States for the support of light houses.
The house took up the report of the committee of the whole, on the bill making provision for persons disabled by known wounds received during the revolutionary war.
After several amendments being made, the further consideration of the bill was postponed to Tuesday next.
A message was received from the Senate stating that they had passed a bill relating to the recording and registering vessels in the district of New Orleans.
The bill allows all the inhabitants of Louisiana on the 30th of April last to obtain registers.
Referred to a committee of the whole on Monday.
MONDAY, February 20.
A bill for erecting Louisiana into two territories, and making provision for the temporary government thereof, was received from the Senate, and referred to a committee of the whole on Wednesday.
Mr. J. Randolph said the house would recollect that he had on a former day offered a resolution barring any claims derived under any act of the state of Georgia passed in the year 1795, in relation to lands ceded to the United States. It was not his purpose in rising at this time to trespass on the patience of the house—Nor did he know that he should in future offer any remarks additional to those he had already made. But he conceived it his duty to place the subject in such a point of light that every eye, however dim, might distinctly see its true merits. For this purpose he withdrew the resolution which he had before offered, and moved the following resolutions:—
Resolved, That the legislature of the state of Georgia were at no time invested with the power of alienating the right of soil possessed by the good people of that state in and to the vacant territory of the
same, but in a rightful manner, and for the public good:
That when the governors of any people shall have betrayed the confidence reposed in them and shall have exercised that authority, with which they have been clothed for the general welfare, to promote their own private ends under the basest motives and to the public detriment, it is the unalienable right of a people, so circumstanced, to revoke the authority thus abused, to resume the rights thus attempted to be bartered, and to abrogate the act thus endeavoring to betray them:
That it is in evidence to this house that the act of the legislature of Georgia passed on the 7th of January, 1795, entitled "An act for appropriating a part of the unlocated territory of this state, for the payment of the late state troops, and for other purposes," was passed by persons under the influence of gross and palpable corruption practised by the grantees of the lands attempted to be alienated by the aforesaid act (tending to enrich and aggrandise, to a degree almost incalculable, a few individuals, and ruinous to the public interest:
That the good people of Georgia, impressed with general indignation at this act of atrocious perfidy and unparalleled corruption, with a promptitude of decision highly honorable to their character, did by the act of a subsequent legislature passed on the 13th February 1795, under circumstances of peculiar solemnity, and finally sanctioned by the people, who have subsequently engrafted it on their constitution, declare the preceding act, and the grants made under it, in themselves, null and void,—that the said act should be expunged from the records of the state, and be publicly burnt; which was accordingly done; provision, at the same time, being made for restoring the pretended purchase money to the grantees, by whom, or by persons claiming under them, the greater part of the said purchase money has been withdrawn from the treasury of Georgia:
That a subsequent legislature of an individual state has undoubted right to repeal any act of a preceding legislature, provided such repeal be not forbidden by the constitution of such state, or of the United States:
That the aforesaid act of the state of Georgia passed on the 13th of February, 1796, was forbidden neither by the constitution of that state, nor by that of the United States:
That the claims of persons derived under the aforesaid act of the 7th January, 1795, are recognised neither by any compact between the United States and the state of Georgia, nor by any act of the federal government:
Therefore resolved, that no part of the five millions of acres reserved for satisfying and quieting claims to the lands ceded by the state of Georgia to the United States and appropriated by the act of congress passed at their last session shall be appropriated to quiet or compensate any claims derived under any act, or pretended act of the state of Georgia, passed, or alleged to be passed, during the year 1795.
On considering the resolutions, the house divided—Ayes 53—Carried.
Mr. J. Randolph then moved their reference to the committee of the whole on the bill providing for the settlement of sundry claims to public lands lying south of the state of Tennessee.
Carried—Ayes 50—Nays 50.
A committee was appointed to enquire into the expediency of altering the times of holding the district court of Rhode Island.
Mr. Leib reported a bill to repeal the act fixing the rank and pay of the commanding officer of the corps of marines.
Referred to a committee of the whole to-morrow.
Mr. Lattimore presented a memorial from the merchants of New Orleans, expressive of their attachment to the United States, and disposition to support the constitution thereof, and representing the grievances under which they labor from the payment of export duties &c.
Referred to the committee of the whole on the bill relating to the registering of vessels in the district of New Orleans.
The bill to authorise the courts of the United States, to appoint commissioners to take depositions out of court, &c. having passed through the committee of the whole was ordered to a third reading to-morrow.
Mr. Newton reported a bill altering the days of session of the district court for the district of Virginia—made the order for Monday next.
The house went into committee of the whole—Mr. Varum in the chair—on the report of a select committee on the bill from the Senate, to divide the Indiana territory into two separate governments. The report, for reasons assigned, recommends a rejection of the bill.
The report was supported by Messrs. Gregg and Lyon, principally on the ground that the population around Detroit was too

small to justify the expenses attending a separate territorial government, and on the ground that if the advantages derivable from a separate government were conferred on them, they might and would be claimed, with equal justice, by several detached settlements in the Mississippi and Louisiana territories.
The report was opposed by Messrs. Lucas, Jackson, Sloan and Morrow on a variety of grounds. They contended that equal justice was due to every member of the American community, and that of course, however small the population, it was entitled to the same protection with a community composed of larger numbers; that the distance of this population from St. Vincennes was so great as to deprive them of the benefits resulting from the administration of justice; that Michilimackinac, which exported produce valued at above 200,000 dollars, and from whose imports the United States derived a revenue of 17,000 dollars, was more than 800 miles from the present seat of government.
The question being put on agreeing to the report, it passed in the negative—Yeas 34.
When the bill from the senate, was read, and so amended as to designate the new territory by the name of Michigan instead of North Western Territory ; and the committee rose and reported the bill, which was ordered by the house to a third reading to morrow.
Mr. Thomas, from the joint committee of the two houses, made a report, specifying the business, in their opinion, necessary to be transacted the present session, and concluding with a resolution that it be closed the 12th of March.
Messrs. Huger and Varnum advocated an immediate agreement to the report; and Messrs. Nicholson, Leib, Smilie, Findley and S. L. Mitchell supported a postponement.
The motion to postpone its consideration to Friday was agreed to—Ayes 56—Nones 49.
Dr. Mitchell reported a bill to provide for light houses and buoys, &c.
Referred to a committee of the whole.
AN ORATION,
Delivered at the Court-House, in Petersburg, on Saturday, February 18th, 1804: By BENJAMIN WATKINS LEIGH.
WHILE yet the Mississippi was the western confine of the United States, they comprehended one of the fairest portions of the globe. When the present chief magistrate was called to the presidency, by the voice of his country, the most sanguine patriot had hardly hoped an accession of territory, in extent, in fertility, in every natural advantage, equal to that we already enjoyed. The most ardent friends of man had little dreamt, that the golden hour approached, when freedom should extend the blessings of her empire, over the vast and boundless regions of Louisiana—Philosophy, indulging in her most visionary speculations on the perfectibility of human reason and human happiness, had not expected to behold, in times like these, one nation ceding an extensive dominion to another, without the influence of fear, injustice, or oppression, without a sigh of repentance, or a murmur of discontent. Nor had the enemies of republican principles, much as they feared from the wisdom and virtue of a republican administration, ever anticipated, that the acquisition of Louisiana, by peaceful and honorable means, was destined to blast and confound all their hopes and schemes of resurrection and ambition.
If the people of the United States will compare, or rather contrast their situation with that of the other nations of the globe, they will then, and then only, learn to appreciate their happiness. If we contrast the feelings, that prevail upon this festive day, with those, which induce, agitate and embitter the triumphs, illuminations and festivals of the old world, we shall be struck with the wide discrimination between them. If we contrast the acquisition of Louisiana, under all its circumstances, with the national transferences of territory which appear on the records of history, we shall find, that there never was an occasion which more amply than the present, justified these effusions of public gratitude and joy. The reflection will be instructive in itself, and the result will be honorable to our country.
When, in Europe, they commemorate the birth day of a prince, or celebrate the coronation of a king, it is not the people, but the proud oppressors of the people, that rejoice. The multitude, indeed, prepare the festival, and listen to the revelry of noble and of royal mirth: But, while their haughty masters quaff the flowing bowls of luxury, which the hands of labor have filled, the wretched children of poverty must weep in silence over their woes and wants, and learn to starve with quietness and content. Or, is some splendid victory the occasion of national festivity? Ambition gazes with rapture on the rich and varied scene of carnage, traces with delight, the sanguinary course of the demon of death and desolation; and would willingly drink, as the delicious beverage of glory, the blood-stained waters of the Rhine or of the Danube—But the nation at large—wherefore, should they rejoice? What have they gained by this waste of human life?—Perhaps, another title is tacked to the illustrious style of their monarch:—While many a parent's grey hairs are bowed down in sorrow to the grave; and many a widowed mother presses her orphan infant to her bosom, agonized by
the reflection, that the hopes of honor, the means of plenty, and of bread itself, have died with the father and the husband. The cries of private distress never reach the exaltation of the throne, and hardly command the passing tribute of a tear." Yet some patriot may have fallen, whom the good revered, whom the bad themselves respected; the memory of whose fate, may shed a transient gloom, even through the house of feasting. But, fellow-citizens, none of these drops of bitterness have fallen into our cup of national happiness. We mourn no heroes slain, no patriots dead. No tear damps the eye of beauty. No groan of despair wounds the soft bosom of compassion:—And we celebrate an event which extends its consequences and its blessings, not only to the pampered few, whom wealth and fortune may exalt, but to every honest and industrious citizen; not to America alone, but to the whole race of mankind. This extraordinary event will deservedly excite universal admiration. So far as my knowledge of the history of the world extends, whenever, heretofore, the ties of allegiance have been dissolved, and its duties transferred; the work has been accomplished by the fire and sword of war. The conqueror cloaths himself in the terrors of death; the smiling harvest of industry blazes before him; the humble inhabitants of peace, the revered temples of Religion, crumble beneath his fury; and he traces a broad demarcation of blood, as the boundary line of his newly acquired dominion. Thus, in ancient times, the fertile borders of the Danube, were wasted and depopulated, for a breadth of many miles, to mark the frontier of the Roman empire. In modern days, to secure and maintain her possessions in the east—what has not Great Britain perpetrated?—To describe the most honorable and merciful of her conquests, to paint the most venial of her crimes, to recite the lightest of the wrongs of India, would chill the soul with horror. At this very moment, Great Britain and France are preparing to open anew, the yet unhealed wounds of Europe: When, if they were animated by the coldest sentiment of liberality and justice, if they were not stimulated by an insatiate lust of domination, it would be a matter of no importance, which, or whether either of them, possessed the barren rock of Malta. In times like these, the United States alone have been able to obtain justice, and to command success, by the gentle means of peace. I need not dilate upon the importance of the navigation of the Mississippi, to our western brethren.—With what anxious solicitude this right has been invariably asserted and maintained—what feelings the bare proposal of a temporary relinquishment of it, much more its actual suspension, have excited in the bosoms of the real patriots of this country, is still freshly recollecting. Enterprize has never yet explored the vast extent of Louisiana. Yet we know, that it contains a rich variety of soil, of climate, and of productions; that it abounds in whatever can minister to the wants, or to the luxuries of mankind. That most essential right, and this most valuable country, has been transferred to us, and secured to our posterity forever, without one circumstance of public calamity or of private sorrow—without one single drop of blood to seal the contract. Yes, fellow citizens, we have suffered no national disgrace; we feel no heavy increase of public burthens; we have been guilty of no injustice towards France, of no oppression towards the people of Louisiana: On the contrary, the former have made the cession with cheerfulness; the latter rejoice in the change of their political connections; and the people of this country willingly pay the moderate price of these benefits.
Yet, fellow citizens, there are not wanting in the United States, those who contend, that republics are deficient in that essential strength, which constitutes good government; that monarchy and aristocracy are requisite to afford that energy, without which, society is but a new modification of anarchy. And, when the port of New Orleans was for a moment shut against our citizens, there was a party in this country, who counselled that we should seize by violence, what we have since obtained by negotiation.
I had hoped that that party "would have humbled themselves in their errors." I had hoped, that there yet remained among them, a sufficient fund of magnanimity and good sense, or at least of prudence and policy, to have approved the measures, by which the administration have secured to us the navigation of the Mississippi, and the entire possession of Louisiana. I have been disappointed.—Had the advice of this party been pursued, and had we resorted instantaneously to measures of violence, what would have been the inevitable result? The forcible seizure of New Orleans, must have occasioned an immediate war with France; and no man, who has any knowledge of, or respect for, the laws of nations, will deny, that we should have been unjust aggressors. The necessary consequence of a war with France, would have been an alliance with Great Britain. Fighting against a common enemy, we should soon have learned to fight in a common cause. We should have been completely entangled in European alliances. And then, we might have calculated on political perdition, with a certainty as infallible as the decrees of destiny. The politics of Europe are a boisterous ocean, which now rolls with the accumulated violence of all the tempests that have blown on it for centuries past.—The political ship that ventures into those seas can never prosper.
Virtue and morality are essential to a Republic.—Did the limits I have prescribed to this address permit, I could paint the manifold vices and corruptions of Europe—how they are calculated to inflame the senses, fascinate the imagination, and gratify the pride of man; how that circumstance renders their poison contagious, and that contagion, like all others, gains strength as it gains ground. I could shew, that the learning and civilization, which the Europeans boast they communicate to us, will but ill compensate for the depravation of private manners, the corruption of public virtue, the apathy of soul, the carelessness, and consequently, the loss of freedom, which a connection with them will occasion. A small spark of fire dropped upon the roof will quickly consume the most stupendous fabric of human greatness and splendor; and the corruption of a single influential character, may contaminate the whole social body. I could shew, that foreign connections will apply, not a spark, but a match to our passions; that these will burst into a blaze too furious to be smothered, and that the conflagration will create a tumult which will stifle the voice of reason.
This is but a small portion of the long train of evils, which have been averted from our heads. We see that the mode in which Louisiana has been acquired, has not been less marked by wisdom, prudence and justice, than the acquisition itself is transcendently glorious to the United States, and beneficial to mankind.—I have not attempted to depict the numerous blessings which will flow from the splendid achievement. The present administration have been the faithful servants of the republic. The name of Jefferson is not conspicuous in the field of politics alone.—He has been active in all the various walks of usefulness. In the schools of philosophy, in the temple of liberty, in the gratitude of mankind, his fame occupies an elevation, which the shafts of calumny can never reach.—If the present administration understand their true glory, as well as they understand their duty, they will find their highest reward in the love and approbation of their country; and it is but justice that the people should evince to them, by such public testimonies as the festival of this day, that they possess their confidence and will command their support.
Let us never be wanting in duty to ourselves. Let us cherish forever, those sacred and simple principles of democracy, to the operation of which we are indebted for every social blessing that we now enjoy. If there are any defects or errors in our political institutions, this period of national health and vigor, of domestic peace and foreign tranquility, is the proper time to supply, to amend, and to correct. It cannot be denied that there are some vices, in our system of government; that there are some false and glittering ornaments, which rather deface, than adorn, the simple majesty of our political architecture. In spite of the vigilance of the people, such men as Jefferson may not always fill the presidential chair. Vice and ambition may take their turn. And the constitutional faults, whose baleful influence has been hardly felt during the present administration, in bad times, in bad hands, may be sublimed into a fury that will sweep every vestige of our former rights and former happiness, and place a gate of burning adamant between the hope and the reality of ever restoring those rights and that happiness again. While yet the thunderbolt is a little embryon, the prudent man erects the guardian rod, which is to protect his habitation from its full grown terrors; and if we wait till the clouds arise, the storm begins to blow, the lightning collects its force and is ready to descend upon us, we may live indeed, to foresee and fear the stroke, but the fabric of our political liberty will crumble beneath its violence.
Fellow citizens, let us never forget the feelings of this day. I shall remember them and cherish them forever.—In this short address, the nature of my professional pursuits has narrowed the course, which my duty would have prescribed, I must trust for my apology, to the holy enthusiasm of this joyful occasion.
BALTIMORE, February 20. Extract of a letter from an American gentleman at the Havanna to his friend in this city, dated 19th January, 1804.
"An express boat from Jamaica is just arrived with the following information. "The Spanish king's packet for Ochober, called the Urquijo, having left at Porto Rico the mail for that place, sailed from thence on the 26th of December for this port. Forced by the winds to the south of the island, she was met on the 30th by an English frigate of 42 guns, whose commander ordered the Spaniard to send his boat with his papers, to the frigate. The Spanish commander answered, that it was against his instructions to comply with such an order; the English commander told him then, that he would compel him with his guns; the Spaniard, don Manuel de Trelles, answered, that he was ready to accept the challenge, though only armed with 18 six pounders, and manned as packets generally are with 30 men. The English immediately poured their heavy metal on the Spanish ship, and a battle followed which lasted though wonderful it may appear, five hours and an half; when the Spanish ship, having not one man left to do duty, ceased firing. The frigate then sent her boats on board the Spaniard, where the English snapped every man they found, dead or alive, and abandoned the ship in that situation to the mercy of the waves."
"The brave Trelles, his lieutenant, and 17 men, lost their lives; whilst the remainder of his crew were all more or less wounded, except the surgeon, who is the man that sent the express with the news. The frigate lost a mast, with 6 men killed and 7 wounded. The packet is almost a wreck, with her flag and pendant still hoisted; knowing that Spain was not at war with England, she put into Kingston, it being the nearest port, to repair; they there found a Spanish brig of war, by which they forwarded the mail to Trinidad in Cuba."
"This extraordinary affair has made a great deal of noise here; the name of the valorous Trelles resounds through every place. It cannot be denied that the action is as glorious for the Spaniards as shameful to the English."
NORFOLK, February 21.
Yesterday arrived the ship Favorite , Capt Goodrich, in 79 days from London; by which arrival we received a regular file of papers to the first of December—their contents are by no means interesting.—We conversed with Capt. Goodrich—he says that trade is very brisk in the river Thames, that the idea of a French invasion is every day subsiding, and that the general opinion in England was, that Bonaparte kept up the appearance of an invasion, merely to ruin the United Kingdom with a load of expenses, which they must certainly labor under from the vast preparations made and every day making to repel the enemy.
At a meeting of a number of the Citizens of Norfolk and Portsmouth, at Mr. Riffault's Long Room, on the evening of Friday the 17th of February, for the purpose of concerting measures for celebrating the acquisition of Louisiana, WILLIAM NEWSUM in the Chair, and A. C. JORDAN Clerk—the following Resolutions were entered into, viz.
Resolved, That this meeting is deeply impressed with a high sense of the conduct and services of THOMAS JEFFERSON, President of the United States, and the Republican Administration; and that they merit the thanks and gratitude of every lover of his country.
Resolved, That the acquisition of Louisiana by amicable negotiation, in spite of the attempts of a party to obscure its lustre, is an era brilliant in the history of America, and reflects eternal infamy and disgrace on those who would precipitate us into an unnecessary and ruinous war.
Resolved, That a Public Festival be given at Riffault's Long Room, on the Fifth of March, to manifest our joy on the occasion; and that all good friends to their country be invited to unite in social harmony and festivity on the great occasion.
Resolved, That the committee before appointed, viz. Robert Brough, Thomas Blanchard, Arthur Lee, George McIntosh, William Lindsay, Samuel B. Archer, Richard E. Lee, A. C. Jordan, Michael Crossmuck, Robert B. Carter, Peter Lugg, John Brookes, James Blamire and Bernard Maguen, be empowered to make necessary arrangements for the Festival.
Resolved, That Mr. Richard E. Lee be requested to act as president, and Mr. William Newsum as vice-president of the Festival.
Resolved, That the committee be authorised to request some person to deliver an Oration on the day.
Resolved, That a ticket of admission be issued by the committee to each subscriber to the Festival.
Resolved, That these proceedings be published in the newspapers of this Borough. WILLIAM NEWSUM, Chairman. AUGUSTUS C. JORDAN, Clerk.
The third volume of
BACON'S ABRIDGMENT, 5th Dublin edition. This book I have reason to believe was lent by Mr. James Rind to some gentleman of the law, I will therefore thank the gentlemen of that profession in this city, to examine their libraries for said book, and return it, if found, to their humble servant,
JOHN SEABROOK.
Richmond, 24th Feb 1804. 2w
A great Bargain may be
had in the TRACT OF LAND whereon the subscriber now lives, within one mile of Charlottesville, containing upwards of nine hundred acres, the property of James Monroe, Esq. a part of which is good tobacco land, the balance well calculated for farming. The improvements are two small brick houses with cellars, a framed kitchen with two fire places, meat house, stable, carriage house and barn—there is an orchard of excellent apples, peaches, nectarines, cherries, damsons, and plums—the whole may be purchased together, or divided in lots to suit purchasers.
I wish also to dispose of a claim of his in Kentucky of twenty thousand acres, to which a special warranty will be made, some of which is nearly as rich as any in the state; there is on this tract some appearance of iron ore, supposed to contain valuable salt water, with inexhaustible quantities of pit coal. A reasonable time of payment would be allowed the purchaser or purchasers for either of the above tracts, on paying a part, and securing the balance of the purchase money. Cash, good bonds, or liquidated accounts of Col. Monroe's will be received in payment.
JAS. LEWIS, Agent for
James Monroe.
Feb. 25th, 1804. N.B. The subscriber has several species of property of his own to dispose of, all or any part of which shall be applied to the payment of Col. Monroe's debts J. L.
Notice.
The Copartnership of SHIPHARD & BEN. D. R. is this day dissolved by mutual consent. All persons bearing claims against the concern are desired to bring them forward in order to receive payment; and all those persons indebted to them are requested to make immediate payment to either of the partners, by note or otherwise, as no further indulgence can be given.
JAMES SHIPHARD. THOMAS BENDLE.
3w
Thomas Bendle, Saddler,
DEGS leave to inform his friends and the public in general, that he intends carrying on the business in all its various branches, as heretofore, in the house opposite the Eagle Tavern, and formerly occupied by Capt. William Austin.
He returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public for the encouragement hitherto received, and hopes by a strict attention to business, to merit the continuance of their favors. Richmond, 20th February, 1804. 3w
I intend shortly to resign
my trust of the estate of Paul Talman, late of Hanover county, dec.
BENJ: POLLARD.
24th Feb. 1804. 2
The Virginia Argus.
RICHMOND:
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 1804.
RICHMOND PRICE CURRENT.
CORRECTED WEEKLY.
 Tobacco 37s 6d Cash.  Wheat 7s do.  Flour Fine, 36s do.  Do. Sup. 39s do.  Corn 22s 6d do.  Hemp, Clean £ 48 to 49 do.  Iron £ 34 do.  Bacon 9d do.  Whiskey 3s 9d do. 
MR. PLEASANTS,
I MET with a friend from Williamsburg, who expressed his surprise, that so little had been said upon the death of Mr. John Blair. After a short conversation he produced the subjoined character, which, he said, had been extracted from a manuscript BIOGRAPHY of VIRGINIA, and which I obtained his permission to forward to you for publication.
C. D.
IF ever a man existed, in whose moral and religious excellence every voice would unite; the late JOHN BLAIR, of Williamsburg, was that illustrious personage. An unclouded understanding increased the splendor of his virtue, by guiding it with the purest rays of judgment.
In his early life, that brilliancy which often deceives the parent, and renders somewhat more pardonable the flattering representations of a tutor, afforded no promise of future eminence. But his heart seemed to be a germ, inclosing, for the benefit of mankind, the delicious fruits of charity, benevolence and truth. Supported by family-wealth, and distinguished by family-honors, he was yet so unconscious of the pretensions, which aristocracy was apt to excite; that his youthful friendship readily entwined itself with worth, wherever found.
At William and Mary College, he acquired the elements of a classical education, in a style, which Elton herself would not have disdained to approve. But the fashion of the times, dictated by the partiality of a colony for the fancied as well as real excellencies of the mother country, carried him to Great Britain, to complete his literary pursuits, and to obtain the privilege of a barrister.
In delineating a warrior and a statesman, their dazzling and extensive scenes leave little space, for the smaller and less striking incidents of life. But in presenting a model for human conduct in the ordinary walks of society; nothing, which makes man more amiable, can be too minute for remark. Let it be said, therefore, that his marriage-during his residence in Europe, proved the generosity of his soul. He could not but know, that, on his return, those alliances, which, in all governments, serve as the ladders of fortune might probably fall within the scope of his choice. But he felt and obeyed disinterested love. He took to his bosom a partner, whose endowments promised a harvest of happiness, far superior to the richest portion: who never caused a sigh, but of affection and anxiety for her welfare; nor a tear of distress but at her death.
When he entered the bar of the General Court, it was crowded with men, whom Westminster Hall would not have refused to acknowledge as ornaments in elocution, and masters in professional reasoning. To gather fame and profit in such a field of competition was not too arduous for his head and heart; but the highest standard of success was never attainable in the law by him, whose modesty was an instinct, too scrupulous for the assertion of his just rank, and forbidding the ambition of eclipsing rivals. And yet under this influence, which in him might almost be deemed a malady of nature; and without the advantage of that ease in speech, which sometimes gives currency to dross, and always adds lustre to gold itself; he was listened to with personal regard; was admired for a chaste and appropriate language; and yielded to none in copiousness of invention, or force of discrimination. In this march to celebrity and emolument; slow indeed, but direct and daily approaching his great object, he was interrupted by appointments, first as Clerk of the Royal Council, and afterwards, as Auditor General of the King's Revenues.
That he was faithful and able in discharging the duties of both, are attributes, not peculiar to himself; but one of his offices created embarrassments, from which few have escaped without pollution. When the revolution began to expand itself, he was the confidential possessor of those measures, which tended to thwart its growth. He nourished, however, the new hope of the American world with his best affections. Did he equivocate, or deceive? He acted with a magnanimity, which scorned the loss of place, while he recoiled from the very appearance of perfidy;—he uttered his own sentiments on fit occasions; but disclosed no secrets of the board, to which he belonged;—he was hailed by his fellow citizens, as a patriot, not to be shaken; and by the regal representative, entrusted, from an experience of his spotless sincerity. He embarked in the hazards of his country, by becoming a member of that convention, which declared independence; of that committee, who prepared our constitution; and of that executive, which put it into motion. In this

body he remained, until he was called to a seat on the bench of the General Court; from which he was successively translated to the High Court of Chancery; to the Court of Appeals, and to the supreme Judiciary of the United States.
To this theatre he surely was destined. On some of the crinied robe may confer grace. But in him, the benignity of his soul overspread every feature; broke forth in every tone; and outshone the decorations of art. He wore a gravity, which was not the ape of pomp, nor the effect of that torpor of the mind, which overwhelms the unmeaning face. Was he ever restless during an argument? Did he ever forget, that, though a judge, and personally exempt from rudeness, he was not absolved from the manners of a gentleman? Did he ever risk, uncomprehending, a single observation, which could give pain to the humblest minister or meanest suitor in his court? Did he ever abandon the high way of glory, for some crooked path of popular applause? Did he ever unnerve justice where her terrors could be salutary, and were sanctioned by law? Was he not always happy in softening her vengeance, where mercy was not resisted by duty? On such of his associates in the administration of common law, equity, appellate power and federal and national jurisdiction, as shall read this memorial of him, the demand is made for their testimony, that he enlightened every subject on which he decided; commanded their veneration, and impressed the deepest regret, when he separated himself from them.
But his retirement from the judiciary of the United States has raised a monument to the disinterestedness of his soul. He had advanced somewhat beyond his 63rd year, with no unusual decay of body; with none of the mind, perceived by those who saw him engaged in abstruse questions of the higher mathematics; in political inquiries, and in critical investigations of the scriptures. He was tormented by no review of his past conduct—he anticipated no danger from the assaults of enemies—his taste for society continued to be the offspring of mildness and philanthropy—his religion had no tincture of bigotry or fanaticism—he felt no disgust—his salary was not without its conveniences. Why then did he, beloved, respected and renowned, surrender official dignity, not unaccompanied by reward? The solution lies here—as destitute of vanity, as an angel, he was a stranger to the artifice of self illusion; and then only betrayed his knowledge of the deference paid to him, when he dreaded that friendship might conceal from him what had silent detected, the failure of his intellects. Like a watchful sentinel he caught the first alarm from a slight disorder of the head: Resigned! And years afterwards demonstrated this denunciation of himself to be among the rare instances of his error.
In one bright assemblage might the virtues of filial piety, conjugal attachment, parental affection, domestic kindness, social regard and universal benevolence be grouped. But as his whole conduct was regulated by the religion which he professed: behold him always obeying those convictions, which he has, at different times, been heard to express.
"The being of a God and a first cause necessarily existing. I feel, when I examine myself or surrounding nature."
"His eternity, omnipresence, unity, intelligence, freedom, infinite power, wisdom, goodness, justice, truth, and other perfections are capable of demonstration."
"When I reflect, that we of this day admit a future state of rewards and punishments, and find the gospel upheld by prophecy, miracles, the testimony of the apostles and the purity of its precepts; I am struck with horror, that we, who believe these things, manifest not our belief by our actions. Thus involving myself as a partaker of this too general guilt, ought I to entertain no fear for others of a different description, who do not inquire into the truths of Christianity, and flee for refuge to some sprightly criticism of a deist? I judge no man; but how should I rejoice, could I be persuaded, that the deists, who have written, are free from the charge of having omitted a fair and full investigation! It would be disingenuous in me to deny that the scriptures have in some passages a veil drawn over them which I cannot penetrate; but since the ways of God are not to be fathomed by the short line of the human understanding; since the objects which I hourly see and touch elude my researches into their nature, as much as any declaration in scripture; since the Christian Religion is the best security for happiness in this world; since it is the noblest system which was ever offered to the acceptance of mankind; since it would be a miracle indeed, if after the severity and scrutiny which it has undergone, and after it has stood the test of ages, it should be false rather than true."
Here he paused; when his whole frame was agitated; but he returned for a moment, and only exclaimed:
"Oh! my friend! You who know the strokes with which Heaven has been pleased to visit my happiness, by wresting from me my beloved children, and my more than beloved —, would accuse me of impiety, were I to doubt, under any difficulties, which are merely above my comprehension; when I assure you that my wounded spirit has been nearly healed by prayer."
A discerning foreigner compared him to pure gold; but asked, if like that precious metal, he might not be better adapted to use by the mixture of some alloy.
To which it was replied, that if we could be bold enough to determine what rate of virtue on this side of absolute perfection the Messiah, (had he exhibited a pattern for imitation chosen from among the sons of men) would have required; we might readily believe that he would have prefigured the character of JOHN BLAIR.
In consequence of the advertisement, inserted in the National Intelligencer, offering a reward of one hundred dollars for the detection of what was therein considered as the forgery of a letter purporting to be written by a member of Congress, an article has since appeared in the Washington Federalist, the writer of which declares the letter to have been written by a member of Congress, tho' so new what different from that published, and that it was not intended for publication. We are happy to recognize this apology as far as it goes; but as responsibility is a very valuable feature in the character of a representative of the people, we cannot but suggest to the writer the propriety of giving his name to the public, that they may be enabled to appreciate the patriotism which charges his own government with the intention of embroiling our country in a war with Great Britain; while diligently employed in devising the best means of averting it in future, so far as the unjust impression of American seamanship may produce hostile feelings between the two governments.
The First, or Introductory Volume of the Life of our late illustrious WASHINGTON, edited by General Marshall, is now in the press, and will be published on as early a day as its nature and extent will admit. (Phil. pap.)
Extracts from the reply presented by the house of representatives to the address of Governor Clinton to the legislature of the state of New York.
"We have received your address to both houses of the legislature with lively impressions of satisfaction and respect. As the representatives of a free people, assembled to deliberate on their political welfare, we feel ourselves warranted in assuring you, that our experiments experience all the benefits resulting from both general and state governments, in which the public interests are conducted with eminent wisdom and the strictest regard to the public good. Their present happy state and condition are the best evidence of the faithfulness of their public agents, and constitute the highest reward of those to whose care their interests are confided.
"The recent acquisition of territory which hath vested in the United States both the property and sovereignty over the country bordering on the Mississippi and its waters, by which our western country is converted from a perilous frontier into a land of security and peace, and so many other and great national advantages are acquired to the United States—affords an occasion of real exultation and gratitude to all good men. We improve this opportunity to express to your excellency our high estimation of those advantages, and of the wisdom and excellence of that policy which procured them.
"It is with peculiar pleasure we experience your persevering care and parental solicitude for the establishment of common schools for the education of our youth. Objects so interwoven with the affections of every patriot & every parent, cannot fail to receive a due portion of our attention and deliberation.
"We perfectly agree with your excellency upon reviewing "the present happy condition of our country," and reflecting "on the many distinguished blessings we enjoy, as well as the numerous evils incident to other governments from which we are exempted, and that there will be found abundant reason to rejoice, that we live in a republic thus highly favored of heaven, and under a compact from which so many benefits result; and that these considerations should animate us with exalted sentiments of patriotism, and with a lively zeal to cherish the fundamental principles of our political institutions, that they ought, above all to inspire us with becoming gratitude to the great ruler of nations, on whose favor all our happiness depends."
At a meeting of the Medical Students in the University of Pennsylvania on the 18th inst. professor Woodhouse was unanimously appointed to deliver an oration on the death of the illustrious Doctor JOSEPH PRIESTLEY.
Resolved, That every person present wear crape for the space of one month, as a tribute of respect justly due to the memory of that truly great man.
J. HOSKINS, Chairman. John Hoskins } C. Baker, } Committee of report. Joseph Klapp }
We understand that the Hon. Judge Moore, of North Carolina, one of the Justices of the Supreme Court of the U. States, has resigned his seat. We have not heard who is to be his successor. (Phil. pap.)
The honorable testimony given by Congress to the rich service of Samuel Adams in our revolution, has been accompanied with just respect from our Legislature. For the character given of this good Patriot by Mr. Sullivan, we have already expressed our gratitude. But the Pulpit has not been silent. His praise has been acknowledged in the presence of the God of New-England, and by a minister who
was pre-eminently entitled to perform this service, being from the most honorable and venerable ministers of New England, Mr. Thatcher, of Dedham. These are circumstances which are recollected with patriotic emotion and devout pleasure by the children of primitive planters. We should be happy to recite large portions of this excellent discourse, but one we cannot omit. It relates to the inflexible virtue of Mr. Adams. The testimony is from an enemy, and a rival in the politics of the country. Upon an enquiry, why was Mr. Adams not taken off? The answer of Gov. Hutchinson in his letters is, "That such was the obstinacy and inflexible disposition of the man, that he never would be conciliated by any office of gift whatever—that was he even to accept of any emolument or favour from the crown, he would be still more confirmed in his opposition, and therefore such an attempt would answer no manner of purpose." Upon this the worthy preacher observes, "What an honorable testimony this from a gentleman who was his avowed political enemy and antagonist!" (Boston paper.)
WASHINGTON CITY, Feb. 22. The Senate, on Saturday, passed the bill entitled, "An act erecting Louisiana into two territories, and making provision for the temporary government thereof."
The Yeas and Nays, on the passage of the bill were as follows: YEAS—Messrs. Anderson, Armstrong, Baldwin, Bradley, Breckenridge, Brown, Cocke, Condit, Ellery, Franklin, Jackson, Logan, Maclay, Nicholas, Pottier, John Smith, Samuel Smith, Sump er, Venable and Wright—20. NAYS—Messrs. Adams, Hillhouse, Olcott, Plumer and Stone—5.
The proposed amendment to the Constitution passed the Council of Nays, on the 14th inst.—Yeas 8—Nays 5.
MARRIED—On the 9th inst. Mr. CHARLES RICE, to Miss CATHERINE LEIGH, both of Prince Edward county.
(By Authority.)
AN ACT Making appropriations for the support of the military establishment of the United States in the year one thousand eight hundred and four.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That for defraying the expense of the military establishment of the United States, for the year one thousand eight hundred and four, for the Indian department, and for the expense of fortifications, arsenals, magazines and armories, the following sums be, and the same hereby, are respectively appropriated, that is to say:
For the pay of the army of the United States three hundred and one thousand four hundred and seventy six dollars.
For forage four thousand and fifty six dollars:
For the subsistence of the officers of the army and corps of engineers twenty eight thousand and eighty two dollars and eighty three cents and one half of a cent:
For the subsistence of non commissioned officers, musicians and privates one hundred and sixty three thousand eight hundred and thirty three dollars and thirty seven cents and one half of a cent:
For clothing eighty thousand dollars:
For bounties and premiums fourteen thousand dollars:
For the medical and hospital department ten thousand dollars:
For camp equipage, field tools, expense of transportation and other contingent expenses of the war department seventy one thousand dollars:
For fortifications, arsenals, magazines, and armories one hundred and nine thousand eight hundred and ninety six dollars and eighty eight cents:
For purchasing maps, plans, books, and instruments for the war department and military academy one thousand dollars:
For the Indian department seventy five thousand five hundred dollars:
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the several appropriations, herein before made, shall be paid and discharged first out of any balance remaining unexpended of former appropriations for the support of the military establishment, and secondly, out of any monies in the treasury, not otherwise appropriated.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. JOHN BROWN, President of the Senate pro-tempore. February 10, 1804. APPROVED. TH: JEFFERSON.
Notice. THE partnership of John Moore and Joseph Weir, under the firm of JOSEPH WEIR & CO. is this day dissolved—and all persons indebted to said firm are requested to settle and pay their respective accounts to the subscriber in Fincastle, who will settle with them for the same—and all persons having demands against said firm will call on him for payment.
JOHN MOORE. Jan 20th, 1804 Agreeably to a resolve of the Commissioners appointed by an act of the General Assembly, entitled, an act for improving the navigation of James river," Public notice is hereby given, that Books will be opened at the Counting house of Pickett, Pollard and Johnston in the city of Richmond, at twelve o'clock on the first day of March next, for receiving subscriptions for shares in the said institution. ROBERT POLLARD. Richmond, Feb. 15, 1804. (M)
POSTSCRIPT. FIRE at NORFOLK.
From NORFOLK, February 25.
DEPLORABLE AND DISTRESSING FIRE!!
On Wednesday night, about eleven o'clock, the inhabitants were roused from their beds with the repeated cry of FIRE! which was perceived issuing from the ware house of Mr. Dualap, on Maxwell's wharf, and which raged and spread with such fury, that the only exertion which could be made by the activity of the citizens to arrest its progress, was the blowing up of several houses, or its probable not a nose in the Borough would have escaped destruction. It has laid waste the most commercial part of the town, having totally destroyed every building on Campbell's wharf, Maxwell's, Maraden's Rothery's, Commerce Street, Warren's and Woodside's wharves, and progressed up the Market Square to the Main Street, and continued its ravages along the Main Street to Mr. Whitehead's new buildings, reducing every house in Wide and Little Water Streets. Were it not for the exertions of a few who manfully resisted the flames, and prevented Mr. Taylor's ware house adjoining Woodside's wharf from taking fire, the whole of the valuable buildings on Town Point must have been laid waste.
Some lives were lost, and many persons badly wounded by the blowing up of the houses. The market house was partly cut down, which prevented a communication of the flames to the north side of the Main Street, which luckily escaped. Upwards of 260 houses are totally destroyed, and the estimate of general loss, is, on a moderate calculation, supposed to exceed one million of dollars. Numbers of inhabitants owing to their being overloaded, and the tid being remarkably low, were burnt in the docks. Several vessels at the wharves took fire, and some in this state drifted to Portsmouth, when it communicated and destroyed some others—indeed, at one period, it appeared as if Portsmouth was on fire.
The raging of the flames, the columns of smoke, the blowing up of houses, the rainy night, the property exposed for sale in the streets, the cries of those who were seated by their little property sheltered on the by the canopy of heaven—the ships on fire or lying in the harbor, together with the probability of the whole town being destroyed, exhibited altogether to the senses and to the eye, an awful and dreadful picture. Thousands must have been deprived of a resting place, as it was the most populous part of the Borough.
What adds to the above melancholy narrative, is, that a snow and very severe frost came on before many an unfortunate family could find shelter for their wearied limbs. We are happy to learn, that the Corporation have allotted money for the immediate relief of the needy sufferers, who will receive assistance on application at the Office of JOHN NIVISON, Esq. Handbills to this effect appearing in different parts of the town; those happy beings, therefore, whom Providence has blessed with affluence, have now a fine opportunity to exhibit their benevolence, by adding their liberality to that of the Corporation; and, we have no doubt, but the same will be cheerfully received at the above office, and with equal satisfaction distributed.
The inhabitants of all descriptions shewed great activity; but it is to be lamented, that there were so few buckets and axes, and that the engines are not kept in better order, as they were of little or no use.
The Herald Office was totally destroyed, but what types could be saved are removed to a wing of the Fly House, from which place the "Norfolk Herald" will be published twice a week until the weather moderates, and the editors can get more comfortably situated. From this statement and the loss the proprietors have experienced, it is to be hoped that our country subscribers particularly, will feel it not only an act of justice, but, at the present crisis, an act of humanity, to forward their arrears with all speed.
Since writing the above, a gentleman handed us the following statement of houses burnt down.
 Maxwell's wharf, 13  Campbell's do, 9  Rothery's do, 18  Maraden's do, 5  Commerce street do, 19  Woodside's do, both sides 17  Warren's do, 6  South side of Wide Water street, from Campbell's w. to Commerce st. 12  North side of Wide Water st. from Market square to Commerce st. 30  South and North side of Wide Water street to Warren's wharf 17  Commerce street, from Wide Water street up to Main street 14  Narrow Water street, from Market square to Commerce street 40  Narrow Water street, from Commerce street towards the Exchange Coffee House 11  From Narrow Water street, on the west side of Market square to Main street 12  From the corner of Market square on the south side of Main street to Commerce street 14  Gow's Alley and Lanes back, 11  Rothery's Lane, 12  Total 260 
By as accurate a statement as can at present be made, the value of houses alone destroyed is estimated at 250,000 dollars
VESSELS DESTROYED. Ship Jackson, of Plymouth, Massachusetts. A French Brig, name unknown, Brig Eliza, (coppered,) of Charleston. A British Sloop. Two Schooners laden with Flour.
It is to be hoped, that the conflagration of which we have this day given an account was accidental; yet from some alarming circumstances that have since occurred, it is much to be apprehended, that some vile incendiaries contemplate the total destruction of this town; but we trust the vigilance and activity of the Magistracy will be such, as to discover it. This observation is produced by the attempt made at 11 o'clock last night, to set on fire the stable of Doctor James Taylor. The clump of fire was placed at the sill of the door, and had burnt through and communicated to some oat straw, but was providentially discovered by the watchman in time to prevent its progress. Several of the weather-boards were burnt thro' and part of the floor, and had it not been arrested, as the wind was the east end of the town must have become a bonfire.
THE committee appointed
to receive subscriptions and make arrangements for a FESTIVAL to be furnished in the city of Richmond, on Monday the 2d of March next, in celebration of the 4th of March, an epoch in the political history of the United States, which ought always to awaken the purest sensations of the American patriot, invite their republican brethren of Richmond, Manchester and the adjacent counties, to meet and unite with them on that day which restored to us the genuine principles of '76, and removed the alarms which had clouded the fairest prospects of American Liberty and Independence. Tickets of admission may be obtained from any member, or the chairman of the committee, on the day of the festival, or on any day previous thereto, upon application.
By order of the committee, ROBERT MITCHELL, Chairman. Richmond, Feb. 17, 1804.
The committee are Robert Mitchell, Benjamin Tate, George W. Smith, Samuel Pleasants, Jr., Hambley Dabney, William Price, William Moseley, Meriwether James, William Du-Val, John H. Poindexter, Benjamin Hatcher, Colleen Moseley, Henry L. Biscoe, Maj. William Price, Gerome Stokes, Joseph Seaton and Westly N. Nicholas.
THE subscriber, according to a former advertisement, now gives notice, that on Saturday the 14th day of April next, at 12 o'clock, on the premises, he will offer to public SALE,
A Number of Lots,
Intersected by communications streets, crossing at right angles, running due North and South by East and West, agreeably to a plan deposited at Mr. Samuel Pleasants' Office.
This land lies upon the margin of James river, and adjacent to that part of Richmond called Rocketts.
The advantage of this property will present itself to any person who will view it. The channels are very near the beach, and that so high as to be entirely safe from freshes. Valuable warehouses are already erected near this spot, and population and commerce of Richmond will render it desirable, both as a place of residence, and of business.
It is known that the canal which has been accomplished at a considerable expense, and must shortly be communicated with the water, & the improvements for land carriage, afford the means of conveying to this place the productions of an extensive & little country heretofore carried to the northern markets for want of these facilities: and if properly managed, must make in the important point of junction betwixt the Eastern and Western people, a depot as well as a market for produce, coal and foreign merchandise.
The legislature have lately incorporated a company for deeping the channel of the river, so as to bring ships of 300 tons burthen to Rocketts. And have also established a dock on extensive principles, which must greatly increase commercial enterprise.
These important considerations contribute to render the property now offered for sale an object of attention to the Landlord, Merchant and Mechanic.
The terms of sale will be one fourth in ready money, the residue on bond and security payable the 1st January next, to carry interest if not paid punctually, and no title made on it, he bond shall be discharged. Wm. MAYO. P. wharfar, Feb. 24th 1804.
Taken up by Robert
Goodwin, on Littlever, near Louisa courthouse, a BAY HORSE, star in his forehead, a snip between his nostrils, seven or eight years old next spring, fifteen and a half hands high, posted and appraised to thirty six pounds.
NOTICE.
In pursuance of the Act of the General Assembly, passed on the 24th day of January, 1803, for more effectually preventing the obstruction to the passage of Fish, in the great falls of James river, all persons concerned are hereby required to conform to the provisions of the said act, on or before the 1st day of March ensuing, otherwise they will be dealt with as the said act directs. JOHN MADDY, Surveyor. Richmond, 20th Feb. 1804.
WILL BE SOLD, at the Vendue Store of Thomas Taylor & Co. on Friday, the 2d of March next, to the highest bidder, on a credit of six months.
Two NEGRO MEN and one WOMAN, belonging to the estate of James Rind, deceased. Bond with approved security will be required of the purchaser. WILLIAM MARSHALL, Adm'r. 21st Feb. 1804.
Will be sold, on Thursday the first day of March next at the Eagle Tavern the
TENEMENTS,
BELONGING to Col. John Steele, in the city of Richmond, which consists of three half acre Lots, adjoining that of the Rev. John D. Blair's, in a desirable part of the city.
On the premises is a Dwelling House, with two rooms on a floor, with a number of fruit and ornamental Trees, situate on the corner lot; and on one of the other lots a small Dwelling House. The payments will be made convenient to the purchaser. For further particulars, apply to THOMAS TAYLOR & Co. Auctioneers. Richmond, February 24th, 1804.

Twenty-Five Dollars Reward. RUN away from the subscriber living in Goochland county, a very likely negro man named SAM, who calls himself SAMUEL COMBE, about 24 or 25 years old, low but stout made, of a yellowish complexion, one of his upper fore teeth out, his dress chiefly of Virginia cloth, with a green Durant short coat; he is very sensible, and can read, and write so as to be understood some words. He will endeavor to pass for a freeman, and I expect will procure a pass of his own or from some one else. I expect he will go up or down James river, but I rather think up about Lynchburg, or some other town on James river. Whoever takes up the said negro and delivers him to me, or secures him in jail so that I get him again, shall receive the above reward, and all reasonable expenses for delivering him to me at home. EDWARD COX. Sept. 24, 1803. N.B. I expect he will change his name and dress.
LOUIS WERCOQ, MERCHANT TAYLOR, NOT intending to carry on his business as extensively as heretofore, informs the public, that in future he shall expect materials to be paid for, before they are made into clothes—He has on hand a supply of the best Cloths, Cassimeres, Swansdowns, Marseilles, &c. which he will sell low for Cash only.—All persons having claims against him will be paid on application, and those in his debt are requested to pay their accounts to him immediately. Richmond, October 7th, 1803. [5m]
Robert Gamble & Son, Are receiving by the ship FAME and other arrivals from Europe, a general assortment of MERCHANDIZE, Suitable to the season—which they are disposed to sell on moderate terms for cash, country produce, or to punctilious customers, on the usual credit. Having a large and convenient WAREHOUSE, calculated to store flour, &c. those who may confide country produce to their care, are assured, that their endeavors will be used to give general satisfaction, and their charge for storage, &c. will be reasonable. Richmond, 17th Oct. 1803.
Notice. In the case of EPHRAIM MAQUILLIN, A BANKRUPT. THE subscribers being duly appointed assignees of the estate and effects of E. Maquillin, bankrupt, all persons indebted to the said bankrupt, or have any of his effects, are not to pay or deliver the same to any person or persons that the subscribers, or to such as shall be duly authorized by them. JOHN CUNNINGHAM, } Assignees. JOHN ST. JOHN, } Richmond, 27th Dec. 1803.
4439 Acres of valuable LAND, In the south of Kentucky, the greater part military, will be SOLD for good bonds, or exchanged for property in the state of Virginia.—Enquire of the printer. Dec. 26th, 1803. NOW IN THE PRESS OF T. NICOLSON, And will be ready for delivery in the course of April, May and June next,
MARRIED LADY'S COMPANION, or Poor Man's Friend. IN FOUR PARTS. I. An address to the married Lady who is the Mother of Daughters. II. An address to the newly married Lady. III. Some important hints to the Midwife. IV. An essay on the management and common diseases of Children. By SAMUEL K. JENNINGS.
The title and hands of this work are considerably expressive of its nature and design. Each part contains moral reflections adapted to the characters for which they are intended; but they compose in the whole, a medical book of such sort as necessarily interests every family. The plan is conducted with all possible simplicity and plainness, and will be found a very great convenience to the Ladies. It will be printed on a neat plain Type, and good Paper, and it is supposed will contain two hundred and forty pages of a duodecimo size. The price to subscribers, if neatly bound, will be 6s. if in boards, 4s. 6d. So soon as the work is finished, the subscribers may apply to Mr. Nicolson, and others with whom they may make their subscriptions, who, on receiving payment, will deliver it to them their books. A number of copies will be deposited with Mr. Samuel Pleasants and other book sellers; from whom the public may be supplied. The author flatters himself, that his work will be found a very useful one. Having submitted his manuscripts to the inspection of several respectable and judicious men, he is encouraged to venture this publication in favor of himself. He is well aware, that the composition may be calculated for usefulness, and yet for want of being pushed forward into public notice, it may lie dormant on the book-seller's shelf. As his chief design was to be beneficial to his fellow citizens, he is determined to spare no pains which may be necessary to circulate his books; and they will therefore probably be offered for sale at most of the courthouses of the upper counties of the state of Virginia. He thanks the patriotic gentlemen of the two houses of legislation, who gave him friendly encouragement, and calculates on their influence in their respective counties, so far as the merit of the performance may deserve their aid. SAMUEL K. JENNINGS. February 5, 1804. 3m
Tupshanno v. Rorer Court, held the 22d of November, 1803. William Gregson and Frances Gildart, Executors and Executrix, &c. of James Gildart, dec. AGAINST Edmund Byrne, Executor, &c. of Henry Todd, dec. and Thomas Fauntleroy, defendants. IT appearing to the court that the defendant Edmund Byrne, is not an inhabitant of this state; On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, his Order , that he appear here on the first day of March term next, and answer the bill of the complainants; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some public newspaper in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of this courthouse. A Copy. Teste, JOHN HAILY, deputy for JOHN P. LEE, c. e. c.
BANK BILL. THE act passed by the General Assembly of Virginia, for establishing a Bank in the City of Richmond, is just published and for Sale at this office. 244
THE HIGH PRICED IMPORTED HORSE. ROBIN REDBREAST, Will stand at my stable in Chesterfield county, to cover mares the next season—The performance of this horse on the turf for the time he ran in England, was equal to any horse imported into this country. In getting him out of the ship at City Point, he fell and was much hurt, but is now so well recovered that there can be no doubt of his being in high perfection by the spring. Terms will be made known before the season commences. THOMAS GOODE. December 21, 1803.
ROBIN REDBREAST was got by Sir Peter Teazle, his dam Wren, by Woodpecker, his grand dam Papillon, (Sir Peter's dam) by Snap, his great grand dam Miss Glevoland, by Regulus, his great grand grand dam Midge, by a son of Bay Bolton, Bartlett's Chincers, Honeywood's Arabian, dam of the Two True Blues. (Taken from the general stud book.)
A PROPOSAL, BY WILLIAM YOUNG BIRCH & ABRAHAM SMALL, OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA: FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, THAT CELEBRATED WORK, GIBBON'S HISTORY OF THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE: Together with MEMOIRS of the LIFE and WRITINGS of the AUTHOR. No book could be offered, which stands in less need of encomium and recommendation—It has been read in almost every European language—The history of the long and interesting period from the reign of Augustus to the taking of Constantinople, and the death of Mahomet the II. is no where else to be found in the shape of regular and well-arranged history.—The Publishers presume to hope, that they do a service to their country in giving an Edition of it from the American press—They will briefly speak of their intentions, and the superiority of this edition. 1. It will be the most complete Edition of Gibbon extant.—Because it will be enriched with the Memoirs of his Life and Writings, written by himself.—This will be an addition to the London copy of nearly 200 pages. 2. It will be about one-third cheaper than the London Copy. 3. It will be executed in the best style.—The Publishers, with confidence, recommend to the public an inspection of the books, published by them within the last three years.—They are, Russell's Ancient and Modern Europe, 7 Volumes—The Domestic Encyclopedia, 5 Volumes, and Tucker's Blackstone, 5 Volumes.—They promise not to degenerate.
CONDITIONS. I. It shall be printed from the last London edition, and be published in Eight Octavo Volumes, during the year 1804. II. It shall be delivered to those Subscribers who take it in Volumes, at Two Dollars per Volume, in boards. Those who wait for the completion of the Work, may have it either at Sixteen Dollars in boards; or in a good and handsome binding, at Twenty Dollars; payable on delivery. It will be enriched with Two whole-sheet Maps—one of the Eastern, the other of the Western part of the Roman Empire—A Map of the parts of Europe and Asia adjacent to Constantinople, and an elegantly engraved Head of the Author. Subscriptions received by SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jr. Richmond.
Notice. ALL persons indebted to the subscriber, by dealing or otherwise, at his store in Buckingham, under the direction of Mr. John Jenkins, are informed that their bonds, notes and accounts are placed for collection in the hands of Edward W. Trent, attorney at Law, who is authorised to receive the same and grant acquittances. WILLIAM BROWN. Manchester, 2d Jan. 1804.
The undersigned will attend the February Buckingham court, for the purpose of receiving the above debts—those, who fail to comply with this notice, can expect no indulgence. EDWARD W. TRENT. E. W. T. has commenced the PRACTICE of LAW in the Courts of Henrico, Chesterfield, Powhatan, Amelia, and Cumberland. Richmond, 24 Jan. 1804.
LAND for SALE. Will be SOLD, to the highest bidder, on Saturday the 3d day of March next, at Watkins & Ragland's store, in Halifax county, four hundred acres of LAND, whereon the late John Calder died seized, which escheated to the Commonwealth, and is vested in trustees by an act of Assembly, for the purpose of paying a debt due Joseph Friend, as executor of Daniel M'Callum—One half the purchase money must be paid down, and a security on the land for the remaining half, payable in six months. By the TRUSTEES. December 17, 1804.
FOR SALE. An Elegant Coach, And HARNESS, comp etc. for four horses, may be had a great bargain, on application to A. MYERS, near the bridge. Richmond, Feb. 11, 1804.
FOR SALE, About 450 acres of Land, Lying on the Three Chop and the River roads, half a mile from the river at Westham, and six miles from the city of Richmond, three fourths in woods. This land combines the important advantages of a good soil, convenience to the seat of government, a handsome situation for buildings, and very healthy—a good mill seat with permission to erect a mill, an abundance of oak and pine timber, and good spring water. The subscriber would be glad also to treat for two or three BRICK TENEMENTS not far from the capitol. These houses are not finished, but they will be completed in the course of the ensuing spring, and one of them is now in sufficient forwardness to show the plan of the buildings. JOHN PENDLETON. City of Richmond, 20th Jan. 1804.
Life of Washington. SUBSCRIPTIONS for this valuable work are received by SAMUEL PLEASANTS, Jr. A NEAT ASSORTMENT OF Morocco Pocket Books Is just received and for sale at this office. JAMES BRANDER, Clerk. Manchester, 6th Feb. 1804.
To the Public. DURING the ensuing year, J. OGILVIE will continue to pursue the professional instruction of youth in the city of Richmond: His course of instruction embraces Grammar, Arithmetic, Latin, Geography, History, Geometry, Natural and Moral Philosophy, Political Economy and Metaphysics; Exercises in Composition and Elocution, periodical Public Exhibitions and Examinations, will also constitute regular and essential parts of the plan he proposes to pursue.—His charge will be Fifty Dollars per annum for instruction in the several departments of science, and Forty in the different branches of elementary literature he professes to teach; the fee for tuition to be paid quarterly and punctually in advance. Every pupil will also be expected to pay three dollars annually on entrance, to defray the expense of fuel and the rent of the school and lecture rooms. By considerable and candid men, J. Ogilvie presumes that no apology or explanation will be deemed necessary for the additional charge of thirteen dollars. The fees of tuition are at present palpably and proverbially below the standard of equitable compensation for the labour which the instructor undergoes, and the services he renders. A very brief statement will place this important subject in a clear and interesting light. The paramount importance of education is acknowledged by all. It is the radical profession, on which the virtue, accomplishments and happiness of individuals, what occupation soever they may embrace and in what situation soever they are placed, essentially depend. The blessings and the very being of republican liberty, the diffusion of useful knowledge, the extirpation of prevailing errors, are obviously and indissolubly connected with the efforts of enlightened and energetic instructors. The friend of mankind and the lover of his country, will desire nothing more ardently than that this profession which so many causes have combined to degrade, should be restored to its proper rank in public estimation and practical utility. But it were chimerical to indulge a hope of this sort whilst the pecuniary compensation which the instructor receives for his services however important, for his exertions however laborious, is so miserably scanty as to doom him to obscurity, insuperable indifference and sordid obscurity. Until instructors shall receive a pecuniary compensation proportioned to their talents, attainments and services, the education of youth must be abandoned to scoffers, pretenders and pedants. Men of enterprise, genius and learning will necessarily prefer those occupations, where such accomplishments are most likely to obtain their proper estimation and reward. Although he will probably incur the charge of egotism, J. Ogilvie cannot in justice to the subject and himself forbear to add, that since his arrival in Virginia, his abilities such as they are, have been exerted in the business of juvenile instruction with assiduity and enthusiasm. To this pursuit he has devoted the flower of his youth and the best energies of his mind. No exertions to which his faculties were adequate, have been spared, to qualify himself, to communicate useful knowledge, and instil virtuous principles into the minds of youth. On every branch of literature and science comprehended in his course, he has endeavored to collect information from every accessible source. If on any subject, he inculcates erroneous principles he can sincerely say, that it does not proceed from the want of sincere wishes and persevering efforts to discover and inculcate truth. Sedentary confinement, uninterrupted labour and nocturnal study have impaired his health, enfeebled his frame, and extinguished the fires for ever, the native cheerfulness and ardor of his mind. Hitherto the pleasure of indulging a romantic predilection and the consoling consciousness of having zealously endeavored to be useful, have been the principal rewards of his exertions. Far from having had it in his power, to accumulate the means of physical independence, he has scarcely been able to obtain a comfortable subsistence. These observations are not made in the spirit of repining and complaint, but for the purpose of obviating a misconstruction of the motive which has induced him to encroach his charge for tuition. He is destined probably, during the prime of his life, to pursue the business of juvenile instruction, nor does he murmur at his destiny. At the same time he cannot think himself justly exposed to the charge of unreasonable selfishness when he indulges a wish, that the emoluments of the laborious and useful occupation he pursues should be sufficient to afford him the means of comfortable subsistence, and the prospect of a permanent exemption from the severest disasters in the black catalogue of human misfortunes, debt and destitution. P S J. Ogilvie wishes to receive five or six of his pupils as boarders: His charge for boarding will be forty-five pounds per annum, to be paid quarterly and punctually, and the first quarter in advance. Richmond, January 1, 1804.
FOR SALE, THE ESTATE, CALLED VARINA, Lying on James river, in Henrico county, twelve miles from Richmond, and about the same distance from Petersburg. The quantity of land about 820 acres, of which 500 are of the best quality in the state for wheat, lying in a gentle and uniform slope entirely above floods, completely free from stumps and all obstructions to the plough, yet continuing in strong heart. The remainder is mostly, rather uncommonly high and firm tide marsh, about one fourth cleared; 10 or 15 acres completely surrounded by a good bank of clay, which has been extended, with the view of reclaiming the whole, as far as about two thirds of the requisite distance. The wood which can be carried almost from the stump on board large vessels upon two spars, for the distance of three fourths of a mile along the skirts of the forest, will pay all the expenses of reclaiming many times over. A part which was formerly reclaimed from the tide, proved dry enough for tobacco, and brought several immense crops of it without shewing a possibility of exhaustion. The marsh abounds with that tall and fine natural grass, the hay of which is thought by numbers preferable to timothy.—A few valuable Negroes raised on the place, viz. three men and a woman, also about a score of cows and oxen of the Ampthill and Boynton breed mixed, some other stock, about a score and a half of Spanish ewes very nearly pure Merino's blood, and 100 barrels of corn, will be left on the place. The tenant is bound to furnish seed and sow a full crop of wheat, about 100 acres, in due time. The estate will be shown to visitors, by Mr. Moses Bates and Mr. W. Radford, living upon it. Mr. George Jefferson of Richmond, or Mr. Thomas Estlin Randolph, will make known the terms to applicants, and will either of them conclude a bargain, which the proprietor will ratify. December 30, 1803.
Fifth Requisition. By order of the Board of Directors of the Manchester Turnpike Company, the Stockholders are hereby required to pay the further sum of seven and an half dollars, on each share, into the hands of the Treasurer, on or before the first day of April next. JAMES BRANDER, Clerk. Manchester, 6th Feb. 1804.
Notice is hereby given, that I intend to petition the worshipful court of Albemarle, for a discontinuance of part of the road that runs from the river at the broad crossing place, through my plantation. GAILLAND CARR. 19th Feb. 1804.
By Authority. Scheme of a Lottery. TO BUILD AN ACADEMY IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND. Dollars. 1 Prize—last drawn ticket, having a blank to its number, 20,000 1 do. 10,000 1 do. 5,000 5 do. of 1,000 make 5,000 6 do. of 500 3,000 10 do. of 200 2,000 20 do. of 100 2,000 100 do. of 50 5,000 250 do. of 30 7,500 450 do. of 25 10,500 1,500 do. of 20 30,000 3,000 do. of 15 45,000 1 first drawn ticket after 1,000 having a blank to its number, 250 1 do. after 2,000 do. 250 1 do. after 3,000 do. 250 1 do. after 4,000 do. 250 1 do. after 5,000 do. 500 1 do. after 6,000 do. 500 1 do. after 8,000 do. 500 1 do. after 10,000 do. 500 1 do. after 12,000 do. 500 1 do. after 13,000 do. 500 1 do. after 14,000 do. 1,000 3,325 prizes, 150,000 9,675 blanks—not two to a prize. 15,000 tickets at 10 dollars each, 150,000 N.B. Prizes subject to a deduction of 15 per cent. This lottery has been authorized by the Legislature of Virginia, for the laudable purpose of erecting a seminary of learning in or near the metropolis of this state. With this view, it is contemplated to raise 20 000 dollars, and 2,500 dollars in addition, for defraying the expenses attendant on drawing the lottery. Citizens of the first respectability have been selected as trustees, and they have pledged themselves to use their utmost exertions to carry it into effect. The scheme has the advantage of giving to each subscriber, a chance for some very large prizes, whilst the proportion of prizes to blanks, is so great as to invite the friends of the intended institution to partake in the lottery, with very little risk of their becoming losers. The Treasurer of the state is to be appointed to receive the money for the tickets as they are sold, and to pay the amount of the prizes to the fortunate adventurers. It is believed that the above considerations will induce a rapid sale of tickets, and the drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number shall be sold to authorize it—which it is believed will be on the second Monday in December next. Richmond, January 31, 1804.
* TICKETS to be had of Robert Pollard, Doct. John Brockenbrough, Jr. Wm. Price, (Reg.) Samuel Pleasants, Jr. and William Pritchard.
BURR MILL-STONE MANUFACTORY. THE subscriber takes this mode of returning his thanks to his former patrons, and informing the public in general, that he has (by desire of his friends) re-commenced the MANUFACTURING of BURR MILL-STONES; and having furnished himself with a supply of the best materials, and having had sixteen years experience in the business, in Baltimore, Petersburg and Richmond, hopes to be able to give satisfaction to his employers. The stones he will warrant to be as good as any in the United States. Any orders left with Capt. WILLIAM PENROCK, Norfolk; Capt. WILLIAM CHAMBERS, Staunton; Mr. WILLIAM HAY, Wythe county, or Mr. ROBERT MOORE, Petersburg, shall be duly attended to, and country produce received in payment, at the customary prices. TWO APPRENTICES will be taken to the above business, and short time required. WILLIAM DAVIDSON. Richmond, Jan. 10th, 1803.
N.B. FOR SALE, PLAISTER of PARIS, in stone or ground, for the improvement of land, with directions for the use thereof.
Kentucky Land for Sale. ONE TRCT containing 2000 acres, lying in the county of Fleming, on the waters of Licking. One do. do. 1000 do. do. do. One do. do. 3200 do. } in the county of Mason, on Ohio river & Lawrence's Creek. One do. do. 2000 do. } in the co. of Clarke, on Kentucky river. The above will be sold very low, or exchanged for property in this state. THOMAS NORVELL. Richmond, Jan. 9th, 1804.
The subscriber being about to leave the state for some time, and still wishing to sell his tract of land, lying in the county of Mecklenburg, on Roanoke river—has given full power to Grief Green, Esq. of Nottoway, to dispose of it, and convey the title thereof to the purchaser. EDWARD MAYO. Powhatan, January 20, 1804.
WILL BE OFFERED FOR SALE, At Mecklenburg courthouse, on the second Monday of March next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, A TRACT OF LAND, Lying in the county of Mecklenburg, on Roanoke river, belonging to Edward Mayo, of Powhatan—this tract contains seven hundred and thirty acres of land, one hundred and four acres of which are low ground of the first quality. A great proportion of the land yet to be cleared is considered as very fertile tobacco land. One third of the purchase money is to be paid on the first day of January next, another third on the first day of January, 1806, and the remaining third the first day of January, 1807.—Bond with approved security, to carry interest from the date if not punctually paid, will be required of the purchasers, and a deed of trust on the land as a further security.—Mr. Charles Hudson living on the land will show it. G. GREEN, Attorney in fact of Edward Mayo. February 4, 1804.
NOTICE. ALL persons having bonded claims against the estate of the late Gen JAMES A. BRADBY, are requested to bring them forward without delay, to SAM. BUTLER, Ex'r. Surry County, February 8th, 1804.
Notice is hereby given, that I intend to petition the worshipful court of Albemarle, for a discontinuance of part of the road that runs from the river at the broad crossing place, through my plantation. GAILLAND CARR. 19th Feb. 1804.
To be Sold, By Public Auction, pursuant to a decree of the Circuit Court of the United States, for the District of Virginia, Those Valuable Estates, In the county of Chesterfield, late the property of Archibald Cary, Esq. dec. known by the names of CHESTER HILL and KING'S ISLAND SLASHES. The sale will take place at the Eagle-Tavern in the city of Richmond, on Thursday the 1st day of March next. The terms of sale will be one fourth of the purchase money in cash, and the other three fourths in three equal annual payments, bearing interest from the day of sale, the land to remain bound in the hands of the purchasers respectively for the balance of the purchase money, and to be again sold if the several purchasers fail to make payment. It is proposed to sell these two tracts of land separately, and either entire or divided as may best suit the purchasers. In the Chester-Hill tract will be included part of a small tract adjoining, formerly known by the name of Auburn Chase. For further particulars, enquire of Macmurdo & Fisher. By the COMMISSIONERS. Richmond, 28th Dec. 1803.
Notice. ALL those who are indebted to the estate of John Thomson, sen. formerly of Petersburg, to that of Ann Thomson, of the same place, or John Thomson, formerly attorney at Law, are requested to come forward and make immediate payment, as further indulgence cannot be shown. Those to whom their several estates are indebted, are requested to come forward immediately with their accounts properly authenticated, and receive payment. All persons having any claims against the subscriber, are desired to bring them forward between this and the 1st day of April. Those indebted to him will perceive the necessity from this public notice, of immediate payment. Intending to leave this state by the middle of April, he now offers for SALE, That valuable Tenement, Whereon he resides, in the town of Manchester, consisting of a dwelling house and all necessary out houses, an excellent well, good garden, and three acres of land attached to it; the situation is healthy and agreeable. He also offers for Sale, a NEGRO MAN, by trade a shoe-maker—a NEGRO WOMAN, who understands cooking, and her child, a girl of three years old. For the property offered, he will receive good bonds, or western lands in payment. Persons disposed to trade, will apply to the subscriber, living in Manchester. WILLIAM THOMPSON, Esq. Of John Thomson and Ann Thomson, dec. and administrator on the estate of John Thomson, dec. Manchester, 3d Jan. 1804.
Notice is hereby given, that an application will be made to the Legislature at their next session, to establish an Inspection of Tobacco on the land of William Mayo, near Rocketts. Powhatan, Feb. 20, 1804.
Valuable Property. The subscriber offers for sale, that valuable improved Lot of Ground, Situate on the main street in the city of Richmond, containing about sixty six feet in front and running one hundred feet back, on the cross street leading to the basin of the canal, & immediately opposite to the corner stores now in the occupancy of Messrs. Pickett, Pollard and Johnston, and that of Mr. Charles Spencer. The numerous advantages attending this property needs no comment, its situation being in the centre of business renders it an object for public or private employment, and is perhaps the most eligible in this city for either.—Any person desirous of purchasing will be treated with privately on application at any time between this and the first day of May next, and if not sold previous to that day, the same will be offered for sale at public auction, on the fifth day of that month, and the terms thereof made known. JOHN MENERY. Feb. 15th, 1804.
To be Sold, for ready Money, at Hanover Town, on Thursday, the 15th day of March next, from twelve to fifteen VERY LIKELY NEGROES, Belonging to the estate of John White, dec. late of King William county, to discharge the balance of a judgment obtained by Archibald Goyan's executors, against said deceased, as security for the late Carter Braxton, Esq. dec.—Among those negroes are several boys and girls, and two or three fellows. THE ADMINISTRATOR. King William, Feb. 14, 1804.
Notice. AGREABLE to the act of the Legislature for establishing a Public Road from Richmond to the Deep Run Coal Pits, and from thence to the Three Notched Road, a Book will be opened for the purpose of receiving subscriptions, at the Counting Room of Joseph Gallego, on the first day of March next. By order of the meeting of the major part of the Commissioners appointed by the Legislature. J. H. GALLEGO. Richmond, Feb. 13th, 1804.
By virtue of a decree of Gloucester county court, will be sold, on Friday the 13th of April next, if fair, if not, the next fair day, The tract of Land, Whereon Col. James Baytop resides, lying in Gloucester county, situate near Pinhooket river, containing about six hundred and fourteen acres, or so much thereof as will be sufficient to satisfy the balance due from the said Baytop, to Matthew Anderson & Co. the sale to be on that part of the premises where Mr. Potts lately had a store. The terms ready money. Peter Wirt, Richard Bayham, Francis Whiting, Lyne Shackelford, James Sparkes, Commrs. Gloucester county, Jan. 31, 1804.

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By A. F. M. WILLICH, M. D. Author of the Lectures on Diet and Regimen, &c. First American Edition.
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In order to unite conciseness with general utility, the theoretical or speculative part of every invention, discovery or improvement, forms but a small portion of the Domestic Encyclopedia; because the rationale, or elementary principles, are only inserted in those instances where the subject cannot be sufficiently understood without them. And as the alphabetical form possesses many advantages over the systematic division or subdivision of articles, it has in the present case been preferred, as more eligible for a popular work.
It will be easily conceived, that the subjects treated of in this collection must be numerous and important; inasmuch as the economical sciences are intimately connected with natural and experimental philosophy, including the knowledge of useful animals, plants, and minerals: chemistry, agriculture, gardening, hunting, the cultivation of trees, rearing of cattle, fishing, &c. To enable, however, the reader to judge of the method by which subjects apparently intricate and abstruse, are reduced to the level of ordinary capacities, the following heads will furnish an outline of the economical dictionary.
1. A concise historical account of the subject under consideration, or the manner in which it is most advantageously produced, either by nature or art; for instance, fuel, candles, hats, shoes, wine, yarn, &c.
2. The most judicious and economical mode of applying every substance to useful purposes.
3. All the newly discovered methods of defending the objects of the rural and domestic economy, from the effects of air, heat and cold, the changes of climate, seasons, and other contingent causes; likewise, the most effectual way of preserving particular substances, such as seeds, roots, plants, &c. from the depredations of insects, reptiles, and other animals.
4. An explanation of the general effects which every article of food and drink, as well as all external and contingent causes, produce on the health of the human body; together with the most approved rules and directions for its preservation.
5. As the list of human afflictions contains many and obstinate diseases, such as cancers, consumption, epilepsy, gout, palsy, white swellings, &c. which have hitherto been for the most part considered as incurable, a concise and faithful account of the latest and most plausible remedies, or methods of treatment, is given.
From the foregoing account, it must be obvious to all, that the nature of the Domestic Encyclopedia , is peculiarly adapted to the present wants of the United States. Perhaps it contains a greater number of useful facts than have appeared in the compass of four moderate volumes. No pains, trouble or expense appear to have been spared to render this economical dictionary as complete as the present advancement of agriculture, gardening, of the familiar arts and manufactures, as well as the imperfect state of medical science, would respectively admit. It includes almost every object more or less connected with rural, domestic, and animal economy. Hence the reader will find numerous experiments related, many hundreds of which have not before been published in the English language.
With regard to the additions the editor will observe, that no exertions shall be wanting on his part, to render them as useful as possible, to the people of this country. As no other diseases but those enumerated in article five, are introduced in the original work, and as it is peculiarly adapted to the situation of persons in the country remote from medical aid, it has been deemed necessary in the present edition, to detail the most approved methods of guarding against the attack of diseases prevalent in the United States, of curing them when actually present, and of treating the various accidents to which agricultural people are liable. There shall also be given, as full an account of all the poisonous plants growing in the United States, as can be obtained.
Care shall be taken to detail all the discoveries which have been made in the United States. These will be found more numerous than is generally imagined. Many machines for diminishing labour, and which are peculiar to this country, shall be described and illustrated by plates.
The Veterinary Science comprehending the application of the principles of medicine, to the preservation of the health of domestic animals, and the cures of their diseases, shall also claim a due degree of attention. That destructive and native disease the YELP —WATER OF HORSES shall be described, and a successful method of cure pointed out.
Lastly, the object of the work being to supply families with a compact guide in all economical affairs, every useful fact in rural and domestic economy, omitted by Dr. Willich, and which may be known to the editor shall be inserted; and in order to take advantage of the pressing improvements, arrangements have been made to have all the periodical works on the above subjects, forwarded as soon as published in England and France.
The editor will thankfully receive any communications which may tend to improve the work, and he begs leave respectfully to solicit them.
The publishers have but little to tell for themselves; knowing, that professions generally are, and perhaps ought to be, in a great measure unavailing, they refer the public to the books they have already published. They have given to the world two editions of Dr. Russel's Modern Europe , within the last three years: the manner, therefore, in which they execute their undertakings, can be ascertained. In the present work if they do not advance much, they preserve themselves not to degenerate. It shall be printed in the best style of uniformity and taste. The paper shall be superior; and the engravings at least equal to those in the London copy.
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LATE the property of his grace the Duke of Bedford, and sire of Speculator, Tarantula, Jenny, Spinner, Creeper, Phoenix, Hospitality, &c. will stand the ensuing season, near Farmville, at Ten Guineas and a Dollar to the groom for each mare. The season will commence the first day of March next, and end the 1st day of August following; extensive pasturage of superior quality will be furnished gratis, and the greatest attention paid, but no responsibility for accidents or escapes. The money will be expected for the season of such mares as are pastured before they are re-nerved, and nores sent with those that are not to be left with the horse, payable the 1st of August next. Apply to RICHARD KNOULTON, Agent for John Randolph.
Bizarre, Jan. 18, 1804. wtf Jun P. S. Farmville is 8 miles below Prince Edward courthouse, and 35 from Cartersville. Mares fed if required.
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At a Superior Court of Chancery for the Richmond District, September 28th, 1803.
BETWEEN Thomas Harris, Billy Harris and Augustine Harris, children of John Harris, deceased, plaintiffs AND Stephen Trevillian executor of Thomas Trevillian who was executor of John Harris, deceased, Beverley Robinson executor of William Harris, deceased who was also an executor of the said John Harris, William Guy executor of George Guy, deceased, Joseph Richeson and William Taliaferro and Anthony Thornton executors of Walker Taliaferro, deceased, defendants.
THE defendant Joseph Richeson not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this country: On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, It is ordered , that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of the next term and answer the bill of the plaintiffs; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper in the city of Richmond for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the capitol in said city.
A Copy, Teste, P. TINSLEY, c. e.
Notice,
THAT I have committed the entire management and transaction of my business to my brother Robert B. Payne, of Columbia, and county of Fluvanna; and authorised him, and him only, to settle and adjust on my behalf, the debts owing to or by the estate of Richard Cooke, late of Fluvanna.—Accordingly to him the said Robert B. Payne, those having claims upon the said estate, will bring them forward for adjustment; and those indebted to it make payment, which they are requested to do without delay.
POLLY'S COOKE, Ex'x of Rich'd Cooke, dec. Fluvanna, 16th Feb. 1804. 4t
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For the benefit of WILLIAM & MARY COLLEGE. FIRST CLASS.
 8000 Tickets at 10 dols. 80,000  2 Prizes, dols. 10,000 20,000  60 of - 500 30,000  2,000 of - 15 30,000  80,000  Subject to a deduction of 15 per ct. 12,000  Expense of drawing, 2,000  Dollars, 10,000  First Ticket drawn, Dolls 500  Last drawn, 10,000  1 other Prize of 10,000  59 other Prizes of 500 dols. 29,500  2,000 of 15 dollars, 30,000  Dollars, 80,000 
All tickets drawn blank may be renewed in the next class, at 10 dols. each; the price of all others will be 15 dols.
All prizes of 15 dollars may be renewed for the next class, or paid, at the option of the person entitled. If they be not claimed within three months after the drawing commences, they will be considered as renewed in the second class.
The drawing to commence in the city of Williamsburg, on the 1st day of June, 1804.
SECOND CLASS.
 5,938 Tickets at 10 dols. 59,380  4,062 ditto at 15 dols. 70,930  130,310  Deduct loss on 2,062 tickets renewed at 2 1-2 5,155  Dolls. 125,155  2 Prizes of 20,000 dols. 40,000  2 ditto of 10,000 dols. 20,000  3 ditto of 5,000 15,000  50 ditto of 1,000 50,000  1 ditto 155  125,155  Deduct 10 per cent. 12,500  Expenses of drawing, 2,500  Dolls. 10,000  Sum raised, Dolls. 10,000  Ticket first drawn, Dolls. 1,000  Ticket last drawn, 20,000  One other prize of 20,000  Two ditto of 10,000 20,000  3 ditto of 5,000 dols. 15,000  49 ditto of 1,000 49,000  1 ditto 155  Dollars 125,155 
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Land for Sale.
I AM disposed to sell my tract of land in the county of Amelia, whereon I at present reside, containing 409 acres. It is advantageously situated on the north side of West creek, just above its junction with Deep creek. There is on this tract about 280 acres of cleared land, under good fences, and in good farming condition; the balance stands in woods and is of prime Tobacco-quality. The creek, (by which it is bounded on the south,) has a considerable quantity of swamp land attached to it, which abounds with fine large timber of white oak, poplar, ash, &c. and lies convenient enough to every part of the plantation to furnish rails without cutting any of the high land. There is also about 40 acres of first rate meadow land, which lies in one body, beautifully situated, and produces natural grass sufficient to winter one hundred head of cattle annually—about 20 acres of this meadow is reclaimed, and the balance may be put in the same situation with but little trouble or expense—it may be necessary to observe that no part of it is liable to overflow, over being a considerable distance from the creek, and sufficiently dry to produce either Tobacco or Corn. The improvements consist of a new dwelling house, 34 feet by 18, with a brick chimney at each end, 2 rooms below and 2 rooms and a passage above stairs, also a commodious cellar, with a fire place, underneath the house, a smokehouse and kitchen, all of which are newly painted on the out side, tobacco barns, &c.
Those who are inclined to purchase such property are invited to view the premises, which I presume will be a better recommendation than any thing I can say.
I will treat with any gentleman privately until the first day of July, on which day it will be sold at public sale, on the premises, if not previously disposed of at private sale. The terms will be one half cash when possession is given (which will be when demanded) and the other half in twelve months—to secure the payment of which a deed of trust on the property will be required. There is at present 120 bushels of wheat sowed on the best part of the plantation, which the purchaser may take, or not take; also 8 prime laborers, which he may have the balance of the year—Application to be made to the subscriber, on the premises.
J. ROBERTSON. Amelia, 1st February, 1804. wtf
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WILL be SOLD for CASH, at the Eagle Tavern, in the city of Richmond, on the 20th day of March next, about THIRTY LIKELY NEGROES. 13th Feb. 1804. (w5t)
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SIR,
For upwards of twelve years I have laboured under a severe cough, shortness of breath, spitting of matter from my lungs, and often clotted blood, until at length I was so reduced as to be unable to walk across my room, and owing to the violence of my cough and shortness of breath could get no rest day or night. Hearing of your excellent medicine, the Cough drops, I procured a bottle; I took a dose as soon as I got it, from which I found instantaneous relief, and by continuing it for three days, I blest God I am restored to perfect health. As I believe you have been the instrument in the hands of Providence by saving my life, I must intreat you to publish this for the benefit of any who may be in my situation. as I am confident it is one of the best medicines in the world for those complaints.
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5th Circuit, Virginia District. NOVEMBER TERM 1803.
James Muse, vs. William Coates and others, defts. An Indictment for a conspiracy. The defendant William Coates, not having entered his appearance and given security according to a rule of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this district: On the motion of the plaintiff by his counsel, It is ordered , that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of the next term, and answer the plaintiff's bill; and 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 up at the front door of the capitol in the said city.
A Copy, Teste, JAS BLAGROVE, D. C.
Taken up by Obedience
Craddock, living in the upper end of Amelia county, on the road just above Capt. Perkins's store, one Black Mare, her right hind foot white, with a blaze face, neither docked nor branded, about 4 feet 3 inches high, supposed to be 3 years old last spring—she paces, trots and canters, a few white hairs in her flanks and on her back—Appraised by us to twenty-five dollars, this 23rd October, 1803.
JOSHUA CHAFFIN. JACOB ROBERTS. AUSTIN SEAY.
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PREFACE.
THE importance of Geography as a science, and the exuberant variety of knowledge and amusement, which it exhibits, are themes too trivial for argument or illustration. Eagerly attached to this study from his early years, the author always cherished a hope that he might contribute his labors to its advancement. For much remained to be done; and many literary men have long admitted, that great advantages might be derived from a new and improved system of Modern Geography, the latest popular works of this nature not only abounding with numerous and gross mistakes, but being so imperfect in their original plans, that the chief geographical topics, have been sacrificed to long details of history, chronology, and commercial regulations, wholly alien to the very nature of such a design. When to this it is added, that the most recent and important discoveries are either omitted, imperfectly illustrated, or so defectively arranged as to embarrass and baffle the research of the most patient enquirer, there is no reason to be surprised at the general confession, that such compilations are only used because there is no better ex-
tant. The successive discoveries in the Pacific Ocean, and other parts of the globe, have, within these few years, acquired such a certainty and consistency, that they may now be admitted & arranged, in a regular and precise distribution of the habitable world; while the recent discoveries of La Perouse, Vancouver, and other navigators, nearly complete the exact delineation of the continental shores. No period of time could be more favorable to the appearance of a new system of Geography, than the beginning of a new century, after the lapse of the eighteenth, which will be memorable in all ages, from the gigantic progress of every science, and in particular of geographical information; nor less from the surprising changes which have taken place in most countries of Europe, and which of themselves render a new description indispensable. Whole kingdoms have been annihilated; grand provinces transferred; and such a general alteration has taken place in states and boundaries, that a geographical work published five years ago may be pronounced to be already antiquated.
After a general war of the most eventful description, after revolutions of the most astonishing nature, Europe at length reposes in universal peace. The new divisions and boundaries no longer fluctuate with every campaign, but are established by solemn treaties, which promise to be durable, as at no former period has war appeared more sanguinary or destructive, and at the same time more fruitless even to the victors. These treaties not only influence the descriptions of European countries, but of many in Asia, Africa and America.
A new system of Geography is also specially authorised and authenticated, by the singular advantage of several important books of travels having appeared within these few years, which introduce far more light and precision into our knowledge of many religions. The embassies to China, Tibet, and Ava, for example, present fresh and authentic materials, without which recourse must have been had to more remote and doubtful information; and the Birman Empire is unknown to all systems of geography. The researches of the Asiatic Society, and other late works, diffuse a new radiance over Hindostan, and the adjacent countries. The labors of the African Society, the travels of Park, Browne, and Barrow, have given more precision to our imperfect knowledge of Africa; and the journals of Hearne
and Mackenzie have contributed to disclose the northern boundaries of America. In short, it may be safely affirmed, that more important books of travels and other sources of geographical information, have appeared within these few years, than at any period whatever of literary history.
In this work the essence of innumerable books of travels and voyages will be found to be extracted; and such productions have been the favorite amusements of the most distinguished minds, in all periods and countries, as combining the variety, novelty, and adventure, of poetical and romantic narration, with the study of man and the benefits of practical instruction. It is unnecessary to repeat the names of Montaigne, Locke, Montesquieu, &c. or that of my late friend Gibbon, whose collection of voyages and travels formed the most chosen part of his library. Why did he not write Geography! Why has a Strabo been denied to modern times!
Nor must the rapid advances of Natural History be forgotten, which now confer such superior precision on the Natural Geography of most countries. Not only have Zoology and Botany received the greatest improvements; but Geology and Mineralogy have, within these twenty years, become entirely new and grand sciences; the substances being accurately arranged, and described with such clearness, that throughout the literary world they are exactly known and discriminated.
Yet even with such advantages Geography is far from being perfect; and the familiar exclamation of d'Anville in his old age may still be adopted: "Ah! my friends, there are many errors in Geography." This science may indeed be regarded as imperfect in its very nature, as no reasonable hope can be entertained that all the habitable lands shall, at any period of time, pass under a trigonometrical survey, the only standard of complete exactness. The chief defects are the interior parts of Africa, and many portions even of the shores; Tibet, and some other central regions of Asia; nay even Persia, Arabia, and Asiatic Turkey; the western parts of North America; and the Spanish settlements in that part of the new continent; with the central and southern parts of South America. Of New Holland little is known, except the shores; and many discoveries remain to be made in the Pacific Ocean, particularly the extent and interior part of New Guinea, and other large islands in that quarter. Even in Europe the Geography of Spain and Portugal, is very imperfect, though not so defective as that of European Turkey; nor can we loudly boast while, as Major Rennel informs us, there is no exact chart of the British Channel; and the trigonometrical survey, so far as it has been extended, has detected gross errors in the maps of the country. We have indeed been generally more attentive to remote regions, than to our native country; and could a new system have been published with more advantages, than in the kingdom which has given birth to the greatest modern discoveries, and improvements in Geography?
The rapid progress of Science has also, within a like short period, greatly improved the maps and charts of most countries, always to be ranked among the chief objects of Geography; though unaccountably the compilers of modern systems seem to write without the inspection of any map whatever, or at least never make any reference of that nature. This is the more surprising, as accurate maps and charts may be said to form the very foundation of geographical knowledge. The author of the present work has been sedulous to discover the latest and best maps of all countries in which research has been liberally assisted by our best practical geographers. The small maps which accompany the work are drawn with great care, under the directions and revision of Mr. Arrowsmith, who is well known by the industry and attention which he employs in selecting the most recent and accurate materials and improvements. The smallness of the size will of course prevent them from supplying the place of a large and complete atlas; but they will be found to constitute an useful introduction to such a collection, as they are reduced from the best large maps, and the authorities added at the bottom, while they are illustrated with many important features of the countries, and interesting names, derived from works of natural and civil history, for which a large and expensive atlas may be consulted in vain. The latter had best be formed by the reader himself, for which purpose a list of the best maps is given at the end of the second volume, affording materials for a selection of the great, of the middle, or of the small kind. To the first class, for example, may be assigned Cassini's map of France in one hundred and eighty-three sheets, Ferrari's map of the Netherlands, and others of a similar extent, more appropriated to public libraries and princely collections. To the second class may be referred maps of kingdoms, from eight or six to four sheets; while an atlas of the smallest size may include those from four to one sheet large folio; under which a collected atlas can be of no utility. Yet even of the latter a wonderful defect may be observed in the best private libraries, where, though a good atlas should form the first object of inquiry and expense, as being useful in reading almost every description of books, yet maps of the most antiquated and erroneous kind often appear; and even the literary investigator is satisfied with finding the name without exploring the fidelity of the general outline, or the accuracy of the positions.
With the advantages above enumerated, of new and important discoveries, of recent and authentic intelligence, and of the particular period of publication, there cannot be any great claim of merit in presenting a more complete system of Geography, than has yet appeared in any language; for the Spaniards & Italians have been dormant in this science; the French works of La Croix and others are too brief; while the German compilations of Büsching, Fabri, Ebeling, &c. &c. are of a most tremendous prolixity, arranged in the most tasteless manner, and exceeding in dry names, and trifling details, even the minuteness of our Gazetteers. A description of Europe in fourteen quarto volumes may well be contrasted with Strabo's description of the world in one volume; and Geography seems to be that branch of science in which the ancients have established a more classical reputation than the moderns. Every great literary monument may be laid to be erected by compilation, from the time of Herodotus to that of Gibbon, and from the age of Homer to that of Shakespeare; but in the use of the materials there is a wide difference between Strabo, Arrian, Ptolemy, Pausanias, Mela, Pliny, and other celebrated ancient names, and modern general geographers; all of whom, except d'Anville, seem under-graduates in literature, without the distinguished talents, or reputation, which have accompanied almost every other literary exertion. Yet it may safely be affirmed that a production of real value in universal Geography requires a wider extent of various knowledge than any other literary department, as embracing topics of the most multifarious description. There is however one name, that of d'Anville, peculiarly and justly eminent in this science; but his reputation is chiefly derived from his maps, and from his illustrations of various parts of ancient Geography. In special departments, Gosselin and other foreigners, have also been recently distinguished; nor is it necessary to remind the reader of the great merit of Rennell and Vincent in our own country.
With such examples the author confesses his ambitious desire that the present work may, at least, be regarded as more free from defects than any preceding system of modern Geography. By the liberality of the publishers no expense has been spared in collecting materials from all quarters; and the assembly of books & maps would amount to an expense hardly credible. If there be any failure, the blame must solely rest with the author; who being however conversant with the subject from his early youth, when he was accustomed to draw maps, while engaged in the study of history, and never having neglected his devotion to this important science, he hopes that the ample materials will be found not to have been entrusted to inadequate hands. He may affirm that the most sedulous attention has been exerted, in the selection and arrangement of the most interesting topics; and he hopes that the novelty of the plan will not only be recommended by greater ease and expedition, in using this work as a book of reference; but by a more strict and classical connection, so as to afford more clear and satisfactory information on a general perusal. The nature and cause of the plan shall be explained in the preliminary observations, as being intimately connected with other topics there investigated. It may here suffice to observe, that the objects most efficiently elicited with each other, instead of being dispersed as fragments, are here gathered into distinct heads or chapters, arranged in uniform progress, except where particular circumstances commanded a deviation; and instead of pretended histories, and prolix commercial documents, the chief attention is devoted to subjects strictly geographical, but which in preceding systems have often appeared in the form of a mere list of names, the evanescent shades of knowledge. Meagre details of history can be of no service even to youth, and are foreign to the name and nature of Geography, which, like Chronology, only aspires to illustrate history; and, without encroaching upon other provinces, has more than sufficient difficulties to encounter. The States are arranged according to their comparative importance, as it is proper that the objects which deserve most attention should be treated at the greatest length, and claim the earliest observation of the student.
In the Introduction Professor Vince seems to have omitted nothing in astronomy, or meteorology, that could in the least illustrate Geography; and has carefully availed himself of the latest inventions and discoveries. For the Botany of the several countries this work is indebted to Mr. Arthur Aitken, a zealous and intelligent cultivator of Natural History. It may be necessary to remind the unlearned reader, that the Latin names in this part are unavoidable, because plants not known in England must rarely admit of English appellations.
This work will, it is hoped, show the progress of Geography in every part of the world, from the beginning of the nineteenth century; and when compared with any system, published at the beginning, or even in the middle, of the eighteenth, the advantages will be found to be prodigious. Many of the early systems were not a little injured in truth, and perspicuity, by the mixture of ancient and modern names, even in the maps; an absurdity lately attempted to be revived by some French authors: while in this study the modern state ought always to claim the precedence, because the genuine form of the countries, the windings of the shores, the course of the rivers, the direction of the mountains, and all those parts in which Natural Geography receives assistance from Natural History, are only ascertained by recent observations; and upon
this immutable basis ancient Geography must ultimately rest. The modern delineations of many parts of Greece and Asia Minor have thrown a light upon ancient history, which could never have been derived from theoretic Geography, always useless, because it cannot alter the face of nature, and often blamable, as by suppositions of knowledge, it impedes the progress of genuine observation, and patient discovery. In order to delineate the ancient state of a country, it is indispensable that the best modern maps be previously investigated; by which process alone can the sites be accurately determined: and innumerable conjectures of Cluverius, Cellarius, and even d'Anville, have been overturned by the precision of recent knowledge. Yet the first elements of ancient Geography are often instilled into the minds of youth from obsolete maps, in which the most important positions of Natural Geography, and sometimes even the very points of the camp, are perverted; and from authors whose most radical opinions have been overturned half a century ago! The proper progress is therefore to begin with the study of Modern Geography, which may afterwards be followed with the greatest advantage, by that of the ancient. The opposite course seems almost as ridiculous as it would be to commence the study of Botany by the perusal of Dioscorides, and the Greek and Latin names of plants, without any acquaintance with their genuine characteristics and qualities. In general, genius may be cultivated by the study of ancient authors; but the grounds of any branch of science are to be sought in modern precision.
Amidst other advantages already indicated, the regular references to the authorities, here observed for the first time in any geographical system, will be admitted to be a considerable improvement, not only as impregnating the text, but as enabling the reader to recur to the best original works, when he is desirous of more minute information. Yet this improvement is so simple that the omission might seem matter of surprize, were it not that former works of this nature will generally be found to be blindly copied from preceding systems, with the sole claim of superiority in error, as must happen in such cases, where mistakes multiply, & an old hallucination becomes the father of a numerous progeny. The strict quotation of authorities might also be rather dangerous in erroneous details; and the omission is as convenient, as it is to pass in silence geographical doubts of great importance, which might prove perilous ordeals of science. Accustomed to the labors and pleasures of learning merely for his own mental improvement, as the delight of his case, the relief of care, the solace of misfortune, the author never hesitates to avow his doubts, or his ignorance; nor acquires to sacrifice the little vanity of the individual to his grand object, the advancement of science. An emphatic Arabian proverb declares that the errors of the learned are learned; and even the mistakes of a patient and unbiased inquirer may often excite discussion, and a consequent elucidation of the truth. Many blemishes will, no doubt, be found in a work of such an extensive and multifarious nature; but those who are richly enabled to detect them will be the first to pardon. The author can solemnly declare that, in the few censures which may be here found of some mistakes in other works, he has in no instance been influenced by any motive, except the pure wish of presenting exact information; such a detection of preceding errors being indispensable in a work of instruction. But such passages will be found extremely rare, as he has generally left it to the reader to detect the mistakes of his predecessors, many of which are gross and radical even beyond conception, by a mere collation of their descriptions with those contained in the present work.
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