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The Enquirer.
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RICHMOND, FRIDAY MORNING, AUGUST 7, 1807.
[NUMBER 26.]
FOR LONDON, THE NEW COPPER FASTENED SHIP, POWHATAN. WILLIAM COTTLE, MASTER. Burthen about 500 Hds. Tobacco. SHE is daily expected at City Point. Having part of her cargo already engaged, she will take the balance on moderate freight. For terms, apply to Mr. Edmund W. Rootes, Richmond, or NASH & MUNROE, Petersburg. August 4.
MANCHESTER TURNPIKE COMPANY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, THAT an adjournment of the general meeting of Stock Holders has been made to the first Monday in next month; when it is expected the members, generally, will attend, either in person or by Attorney duly qualified to act for them. JAS. BRANDER, CLK. August 3.
TO RENT, For a term of years, or for one year, A VALUABLE FARM, in the upper end of Hanover county, and at present in the occupancy of John Hay, Esq. containing 250 acres. There are perhaps few Tracts of Land, that combine more advantages than this; it is well adapted to the cultivation of corn, wheat and Tobacco; has a full proportion of the first qualified meadow Land upon it, and lies within 30 miles of the city of Richmond. The uncommon healthiness of the situation, the nature of the soil, the happy proportion of wood, arable and grass lands, together with its vicinity to the best market in the country, all serve to render it worthy the attention of any industrious farmer, who may wish to settle himself in this way for life, as it may be obtained for any term of years. The buildings are sufficient for the accommodation of a small family and for all plantation purposes. The premises will be shown by the present occupant, and the terms made known, upon application to the subscriber residing in the county of Orange. DABNEY MINOR. August 8.
TRACT OF LAND, FORMERLY the property of Owen Lewis, dec'd. situated in the county of Albemarle, on Toteer Creek, three miles below the town of Warren. This Land is well adapted to the culture of tobacco, wheat and corn; has on it an excellent dwelling-house, with other necessary out-houses; also, a valuable apple orchard, &c. One third of the purchase money to be paid on the first day of May, 1808, the balance in two annual payments. Bonds with approved security, and also a deed of trust on the land will be required from the purchaser. A title will be made to the purchaser on the day of sale, by the Legatees. August 4.
JUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE, BY FITZWHYLSOHN & POTTER, Price 25 Cents, A Treatise on the Nature and Subjects of CHRISTIAN BAPTISM. LIKEWISE a new edition of the AMERICAN PRECEPTOR, and a general assortment of other School Books, which will be sold cheap. They have also Music and Musical Instruments, Paper Hangings, Patent Razors and Pen Knives, Ladies and Gentlemen's Pocket-Books, and a fresh supply of Fool's-Cap and Post Paper. July 31.
NEAL NELSON, BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTURER, Having returned from the expedition to Portsmouth, RESPECTFULLY informs such of his customers as had given him orders previous to his going away, that such orders will now be punctually attended to: gentlemen desirous of becoming customers, are assured that his work shall be equal to any. N.B. I have a large assortment of BOOTS, &c. on hand: also, calf-skin BOOT LEGS, &c. for sale. July 31.
Europe.
NEW-YORK, July 31. (Continuation of News.) 77th BULLETIN of the FRENCH GRAND ARMY. The following details form a part of the Army. They were omitted in our translation of that document, as not being materially connected with it; and are now given that the series may be faithfully preserved.
Translated for the Mercantile Advertiser. The marine guard conducted the armed boats under the fort of Grandentz with their accustomed skill and resolution. Generals Chasteloup and Kirgener, Col. La Coste, and in general all the engineer officers, very highly distinguished themselves. The Sappers displayed an uncommon intrepidity, and the whole body of artillery commanded by general Lariboissiere, has maintained its established reputation. The second regiment of light infantry; the 12th regiment as well as the Prussian troops, generals Schramm and Pathou, have also distinguished themselves.
A detailed account of this siege will be published, and will present a great number of deeds of the greatest bravery, worthy of being recorded as examples, and capable of exciting enthusiasm and admiration. On the 17th the miners blew up a block house of the place d'arms of the covered way; on the 19th, at six o'clock in the evening, the passage of the ditch was effected. On the 21st, marshal Lefebvre, having made every necessary preparation for the assault, proceeded thereto; when Col. Lacoste, who had in the morning been sent into the city on particular business gave information that general Kalkreuth requested to capitulate on the same terms which he had formerly granted to the garrison of Mentz; which terms were accepted.
The fort of Habelsburg could have been carried with immaterial loss on our side; but that part of their fortifications had not yet suffered any damage, and a wide ditch full of water opposed sufficient difficulties to enable the besiegers to continue their defence a fortnight longer. In this situation it was thought proper to grant them an honorable capitulation. The Russian Lieut. Gen. Kamenkoy, after having been beaten on the 15th, had taken refuge in the entrenchments of Weichselmunde not daring to undertake any thing; and he was
a spectator of the surrender of the place. When he discovered the preparations for firing on the shipping with red hot balls, he embarked on board and sailed for Pillau.
The fort of Weichselmunde still holding out, Marshal Lefebvre summoned it on the 29th; and whilst the articles of capitulation were signing, the garrison came out of the fort and surrendered. The commander thus abandoned made his escape by sea, so that we are masters of the town and port of Danzic. These events are a happy prelude for the campaign.
On the 26th his majesty the emperor reviewed Hautpoulx division of cuirassiers and gen. Grouchy's division of dragoons at Bischoffwerder and at Strasberg.
The arrival of the schooner Hope at Boston, in 34 days from Nantes, furnishes Paris papers to the 15th of June, seven days later than were received at this port by the Susan. They give no accounts of any engagement between the armies of Russia and France, and bring only from the latter the 77th bulletin. We have subjoined the principal articles of intelligence, as detailed in the Boston papers.
LONDON, May 30. Sir Sidney Smith is on his return home, on board the Pompee, of 80 guns. Orders have just been given at Plymouth, to dispatch to sea without delay, all the ships in that port, which are in readiness for sailing. It is asserted that government has received intelligence that a French squadron has left Brest, and escaped the vigilance of our cruisers, whilst a great part of the Channel fleet had put into Torbay.
Mr. Thornton has just set off on board an extraordinary packet dispatched for Tonningen. It is generally asserted, that the object of his mission is important, which may be judged of from the quickness with which he is sent off. It is said he is going to Memel in order to make remonstrances to the Prussian cabinet relative to the negotiations which have been opened. The conduct of the King of Sweden is also more than suspicious.
Letters from Portsmouth mention, that on the 28th May, Admiral Duckworth and Sir Charles Arbuthnot landed from on board the Royal George. Sir Charles Arbuthnot appears to be very ill.
The elections in Ireland continue to be very contrary to the ministerial party.
June 4. Gen. Beresford has arrived from the River of Plate.
The grand expedition is delayed failing to await the arrival of Lord Melville from Scotland. Admiral Duckworth and Mr. Arbuthnot have been introduced to the King.
TRANSLATIONS.
PARIS, June 5. Intelligence from Janina, of the 25th April, received on the 25th May, at Paris, states, that the Turks have gained a signal victory over the Russian navy in the Black Sea; that the soldiers of the latter nation, who had embarked at Corfu, in order to make incursions on the territory of the Pacha of Janina, had been all either repulsed or killed; many heads of officers, it is added, were sent in bags to Constantinople. The English at Egypt.—Letters from Leghorn and in short from every port in Italy, mention that the English have been defeated in Egypt by the Turks and Arnauts united. The particulars of this event are not yet come to hand, but it is beyond a doubt that several fast sailing sloops have arrived in the ports of Sicily, with orders to the commander of the English troops in that island to embark for Egypt all those still remaining there. Similar orders have been received at Malta, where all the disposable troops are getting on board transports. The English government are resolved to be masters of Egypt, cost what it may, in consequence of which a new expedition is expected in the Mediterranean from England.
There is certain intelligence arrived that the English army, landed at Alexandria under the command of General Frazier, was completely beaten by the Turks at the moment when it was endeavouring to advance into Egypt, and that it was so hard pressed in its precipitate retreat, that Gen. Frazier had already dispatched three frigates successively to the Governor of Malta in order to demand succours from him. PETERSBURGH, May 10. Our commercial affairs with Great-Britain are yet in an unsettled situation.
BERLIN, May 19. A letter announces that the city of Leibstadt has been burnt to ashes, by a fire which commenced in the house of Marshal Soult—his head-quarters were held in that city.
TRIEST, May 18. Intelligence has been received from Egypt, which states, that the body of English troops which had landed in that country were under the greatest embarrassment; the greatest part of the Bays, as well as all the inhabitants, having declared for the Porte and France. It is also known that after the retreat of the English squadron which appeared before Constantinople, different bodies of troops which were in Syria, received orders to return to Egypt, in order to oppose the English, whose designs on the possessions of the Porte were foreseen. Hence there is every reason for believing that the latter cannot long maintain themselves in Egypt, even when they receive reinforcements from Sicily.
The death of Elfi Bey has deprived them of the sole support they had in that country. May 30. The port of Tunis is blockaded anew by the Americans.
FRANKFORT, May 23. It is asserted, that the court of Vienna has just invited in the most pressing manner that of London to send Plenipotentiaries to the Congress which, it is said, will very shortly open in order to treat of the affairs of Europe and of the re-establishment of a general peace. It is thought that Baron Vincent will not make a long stay at Vienna, and that after having received new instructions from his Government, he will repair to Berlin, where the centre of the negotiations will, it is thought, be established.
AUGUSTINE, May 21. Toulon Fleet.—Letters which have been received here from Leghorn confirm the intelligence of the French fleet having failed from Toulon. It is now cruising in the Mediterranean, and will, it is thought, set sail for the Adri-
atic Gulph, in order to drive the English and Russians from thence, and raise the blockade of Venice. It has already captured the English frigate and brig which were cruising off Toulon in order to observe its motions. Other intelligence states, that the Spanish squadron of Cartagena had likewise set sail, for the purpose of joining the Toulon fleet; though this be the case the allies will have very respectable forces in the Mediterranean.
HAMBURGH, May 20. The report that the armistice with Sweden was broken off, is entirely destitute of foundation. An exchange of prisoners is just proposed.
Lefebvre is appointed Governor of Konigsberg. Blucher commands the Prussian army in Poland.
MAY 30. All our late letters are calculated to prepare us for news of a general battle, which is expected to take place between the 10th and 15th of June. Bennington is said to be ill.—The Prussian Major General Lauren was killed at Danzick. General Essen has quitted the Russian army on account of illness.
HAGUE, May 21. Arrangements are making at Flushing as if the place was actually besieged. All the trees in the vicinity except fruit trees have been ordered to be cut down, that they might not cover the approach of an enemy.
JUNE 13. The capitulation of the fortress of Neiss is announced as official.
Gen. Lefebvre has been appointed hereditary Duke of Danzick, with an endowment in lands. H. M. the Emperor arrived at Danzick the 1st June. He slept on the preceding evening at the Abbey of Olivia. On his arrival H. M. reviewed different bodies of troops.
Moniteur. The Orient, with 23 men, has beat off the boats of the Spartan, British Frigate. There were 100 men in the boats. The Englishmen were nearly all killed—but one Frenchman perished.
VIENNA, May 18. The Montenegrins are preparing to fight against the French at Cattaro; and the Arnauts to fight against the Montenegrins.—We have again a report that the Russians have been again defeated before Ibrail, and obliged to raise the siege. The Greeks are said to be dissatisfied with the Russians.
The French General Marmont has gone to Ragusa to form a corps of 14,000 men, to commence the siege of Cattaro. Lauriston is gone to Bosnia.
The last messenger from Turkey states, that the Servian army has taken up a concentrated position in the interior of Servia, and that hitherto nothing denotes an intention on the part of the Turks to advance so far.
MAY 28. The former Grand Viceroy Jussuf, Pacha of Etzermam and Trebisond, has taken from the Russians by surprise, the castle of Anacri, of great importance from its situation near the mouth of the Phasus. A similar attempt which he made on Kambal, was not attended with equal success.
The affairs in Turkey have suddenly assumed a very different aspect; after having published that the Servians had obtained great advantage, the Preibung Gazette lays, that Czerni Georges was attacked near Widen by a large Ottoman corps, that he lost 8000 men killed or taken prisoners, and that he himself owed his escape only to the swiftness of his horse.
Translated for the Mercantile Advertiser from late Paris Papers.
BORDEAUX, June 4. The Barcelona volunteers forming the first column of Spanish troops, on their way to join our army entered this city yesterday morning. General Sabatier, accompanied by his staff, and escorted by a piquet of cavalry, went to meet this corps; and no military honours were paid on similar occasions have been omitted in welcoming this regiment, which, notwithstanding the long route it had performed, appeared to be in fine order. A number of persons, attracted by curiosity, had assembled on the passage of our allies, who must have discovered on all their countenances the pleasure they felt at seeing them.
LUBECK, 20 May. The king of Sweden, since his arrival at Strasburg, where he alighted at general Essen's, is continually dispatching couriers on diverse points, but especially towards the French headquarters. The hopes of a complete reconciliation with France have been received with rapture by every Swedish officer. The conditions of the armistice are executed in the most scrupulous manner; an English brig, which had anchored in the road, having shown an intention to land a few men under various pretences, it has been declared on the part of the Swedish commandant, that any Englishman who should dare to violate the neutral territory of Pomerania, would be arrested and disarmed.
The Russians suffered much at the engagement of the 15th, opposite to Danzick, from the terrible fire of the French light cavalry. They pretend that the Prussians have not done their duty, and the latter say the same thing of the Russians.
The Berlin Gazette contains the following article:—
There has been much talk of several days conversation which took place between H. M. the emperor of the French and Mr. Schleinitz, president of the chamber of Marienwerder. H. M. the emperor said to Mr. Schleinitz that Prussia having consented to submit to the domination of Russia, the concluding of peace became consequently very difficult, because Russia, instead of aiding France, to bring England within due bounds, and by that means to release Europe and the whole universe from its maritime tyranny, had put herself under the yoke of the English, that the king of Prussia, had only two modes left of returning to Berlin, to wit, either to be conducted there by the emperor Napoleon; at the head of his body guards, or by the Russians; that this last mode was certainly practicable, in the event of the French losing a battle on the other side of the Vistula; three between the Vistula and the Oder; and three more between the Oder and the Elbe; and thus coming nearer their own country, without being able to receive any reinforcements; that it concerned every good Prussian patriot to calculate what it would cost
his country if the Russians made like progress; and if this principle "that people exist for kings, and that kings exist only in their people" should prevail in the cabinet of Koenisberg.
NEW-YORK, August 1. By the ship Mare, capt. Barry, from Bordeaux, we have received French papers to the 14th of June, from one of which the following interesting article is translated for the Mercantile Advertiser.
FRANKFORT, June 4. The following details on the position of the Russian and Prussian army are given as authentic. The corps of Prussian troops from the right wing of the coalesced army. Its right is supported by Fritschaff, and its left extends to Wormditt. The Passarge separates it from the French troops; that river is very shallow, Prussian defectors often pass it over to the French army. From their reports it would seem, that the Prussian troops are much too far extended, comparatively to their number. The Russians occupy the line leading from Wormditt to Shippenbuhl through Hulsberg and Bartenshein.—They have strong guards posted in front of their wings and centre. Gen. Platow, commandant of the Cossacks, commands that of the left wing and carries his reconnoitrings as far as Ostrolenka. A body of Russian troops separated from the Russian and main army is stationed between Bialystock and the Bug.
The communication between the French, Prussian and Russian head-quarters continues to be very frequent; and a general opinion is prevalent, that negotiations for the re-establishment of peace are followed up with some hopes of success. The Prussians appear to be extremely desirous of it. According to the Nuremberg Gazette, M. de Novolizof and baron de Hardenberg have arrived at the French head-quarters as plenipotentiaries.
The watch trade has been doubled in Europe within the last fifty years. It increases with the progress of civilization, which renders the instrument which shews and divides time nearly as precious as time itself. If we may credit a French commercial agent's account of the trade in the Levant, England, before the interruption, of her commercial relations with Turkey used to sell annually twenty dozen watches at Salonica, as many in the Morea, three hundred dozen at Constantinople, four hundred dozen at Smyrna, one hundred and fifty dozen in Syria, two hundred and fifty dozen in Egypt. Nineteen out of twenty were silver watches; the gold ones are not easily sold. The average amount of the whole English watch trade in Turkey was valued at 100,000l. sterling, annually.
PARIS, June 4. The capture of Danzick, which may now be looked upon as certain, is the last operation, and in a manner the close of the fine winter campaign which the Emperor Napoleon has just made. At the end of last year, he conquered Prussia with the rapidity of lightning, and the interval of a month was scarcely necessary for him to carry his triumphant eagles from the banks of the Rhine to those of the Vistula; but here he did not hurry on victory: the inclemency of the season and the insurmountable difficulty of the roads afforded him time to display the proper forms of a regular siege, & he was able, in order to spare the blood of his soldiers to make use of all the resources of war. The most enlightened military men assert that the emperor never showed himself a greater commander than during the six months which have just elapsed. Not only has he been able, in the midst of difficulties of every kind which nature and the enemy opposed to him in an unknown country, to preserve all the advantages of the campaign of 1806, but he has gained new triumphs, which would alone immortalize any general. The battle of Eylau is the most shining feat to be met with in the military annals, and the capture of Danzick secures the success of the campaign which is about to open.
Domestic.
THE LATE NATIONAL INSULT,
AS RELATED IN NOVA-SCOTIA.
From a Halifax Paper of July 7.
His majesty's sloop of war Columbine, captain Bradshaw, arrived here on Saturday last from the Chesapeake, after a passage of six days, with dispatches to the honorable vice-admiral Berkeley. These dispatches relate to an unpleasant contest, which has taken place between the United States' frigate Chesapeake, commodore Barron, and his majesty's ship Leopard, captain Humphreys. As this is an event of the utmost importance to two nations, whose best interest it is to be in amity with each other, we have endeavored to collect as far as possible the interesting particulars. The order of vice-admiral Berkeley, with which we have been favored, will show the ground of difference; the propriety of the order given; and that part of the order which gave to commodore Barron the reciprocal right of search, must show to every candid mind, a sincere disposition to avoid wounding the feelings of the commander, or of bringing the question to this painful issue. The manner in which capt. Humphreys carried into effect the admiral's order, will fully appear in the subsequent interesting letter from an officer belonging to the Leopard, and reflects the highest honor on captain Humphreys, who has shown, on the one hand, the most patient forbearance; and on the other, the most inflexible determination of doing his duty.
Extract of a letter from a gentleman on board his Majesty's ship Leopard, dated CHESAPEAKE BAY, June 25, 1807.
"We arrived here on the 21st inst. and, agreeably to the orders of the hon. vice-admiral Berkeley (in the event of meeting the United States' frigate Chesapeake, to search her for deserters, of whom he had information,) the next morning, the signal was made from the Bellona to proceed to sea, which we did, at 9 o'clock this morning; the Chesapeake was then passing the Bellona, about three miles within us—we stood to the S. E. with the wind at S. W. until eleven, when it shifted to E. which retarded the progress of the frigate, being obliged to beat—we kept on a wind, under easy sail, until we got within two miles of us, when she shortened sail, and we bore down to her, we were about 13 or 14 miles from the land; when sufficiently close, the captain hailed, and said he had dispatches from the British commander in chief—the answer was, "send them on board, I shall have too," which he did accordingly—I was then sent on board with the admiral's order, and a letter from capt. Humphreys, saying, he hoped to be able to execute the admiral's order in the most amicable manner; and, after the commodore read the order and letter, he told me, his orders from his government were most peremptory in not
suffering any foreigner to muster his ship's company, but that he would write an answer to captain Humphreys's letter, if I would be the bearer of it to him—after having answered in the affirmative he wrote, saying that he had no deserters, and that his instructions prevented his allowing the Chesapeake to be searched. I returned with this answer, after being on board 40 minutes. As the admiral's order was positive, there was no alternative but force—we edged down to her, and captain Humphreys hailed, and said, that commodore Barron must be aware that the order of the British commander in chief must be obeyed, the only reply, (which was twice repeated) was "I do not understand what you say"—now as we were to windward, and heard distinctly his answer, it was evident he also must have heard what captain Humphreys said—orders were then given to fire a shot across her bows from the lower deck; after a minute another; and, in two more, no satisfactory answer being given, captain Humphreys ordered the fire to be opened on her, beginning with the foremost gun, and in succession after: but as the order was not perfectly understood, a broad side was poured into her; commodore Barron then hailed, when orders were given to cease firing, but as he only said he was going to send a boat on board, and as they were prepared to return the fire, it was supposed an artifice to gain time, and orders were again given to fire—two broadsides were the result, when the stroke. Two lieutenants, with several midshipmen, went then on board the Chesapeake to search for deserters, and after being there three hours, returned with four—three belonged to the Malampus, and one to the Halifax; the latter is the fellow who abused Lord James Townsend at Norfolk—Commodore Barron wrote to capt. Humphreys, saying, that he considered the Chesapeake as his prize, and that he was ready to deliver her up to any person authorized to receive her—Capt. Humphreys replied, that as he had executed the orders of the commander in chief, he had nothing more to do with her; that he must forthwith join the rest of the squadron, and that he not only lamented, most sincerely, the necessity that compelled him to violent measures, but that if he could render the Chesapeake any service, he would cheerfully do it. In short, captain Humphreys has conducted himself throughout the whole of this unpleasant transaction, in the most praiseworthy manner, as an officer and gentleman—he has more humanity in his composition than most mankind; you may then suppose his feelings were none of the most comfortable on this occasion. The Chesapeake returned but a few shots—they were scarcely prepared when we began, and were thrown in such confusion, that the greatest part of the people deserted their quarters.
"The number killed on board the Chesapeake, according to their own statement, was 6, and 23 were wounded."
"Twenty-six shot went through the hull, seven between wind and water; the sails were completely riddled, and I have not a doubt but that in 10 minutes more the whole would have gone down, the sea being so smooth, every shot to after the first broadside, which was chiefly at the rigging."
"Commodore Barron was slightly wounded in the leg by a splinter; he behaved in the coolest way imaginable, and stood at the open gangway the greater part of the time."
"If anything can place this matter in a stronger light, we need only compare the affiances of Commodore Barron with the insult; of the deserters claimed, six were taken out of the frigate: upon the searching her, two were killed, and one jumped overboard. The gunner of his majesty's ship Chesapeake, who barely deferred his country's flag, was found dead, sailing in that station, on board the American frigate, and many others were left by captain Humphreys, because they could not be identified."
BOSTON, July 24. The Secretary at War is expected in this town daily. When he, the Commander in Chief, and Gen. Elliot, will take a view of the harbour, preparatory to its fortification.
The Court of Inquiry on the conduct of Commodore Barron has been suspended on account of Commodore Preble's indisposition.
NEW-YORK, July 29. Captain Townsend, of the Arthur, arrived at Providence, corroborates the account of the affair at Canton, and further informs, that dispatches had been sent to the Emperor of China, at Pekin, and his orders on the subject were expected to be received in two days after the Arthur left Canton. In the mean while, all business with the English was suspended.
SAVANNAH, July 21. We have it from good authority, that two of the pilots of this port, have been detected in an attempt to supply the British sloop of war Indian, now on our coast, with water from our harbour. One of them, on Saturday night, the other yesterday—from the former, Lieutenant Croaker, of the Revenue Cutter, took the water of one hoghead and two barrels; from the latter, one pipe; replacing the whole with salt water, as the pilots said it was only for ballast they took it in. In justice to others of that profession, we state the names of the two detected, as they have been slated to us. THOMAS ALWORTHY and ALFRED—the former is one of the two pilots who reported that they were robbed of their water by the Indian a few days ago. This report, it is also said, is groundless; and it is confidently believed, they received bread, beef, and rum, for the water.
NORFOLK, August 1. The British armed brig which is at anchor in Hampton Roads, is the Columbine of 18 guns, with dispatches from Halifax. Herald.
The British officers and seamen lately taken at Lyn-haven, are to be sent this day on board the Triumph, anchored off Cape Henry. Ib.
ARRIVED—Schr. Rising Sun, Bennett, 22 days from New-York—corn, crates, &c. the original cargo, and 61 boxes of Havana sugars, taken from on board the ship Henry, Captain Hughes, in a leaky situation, from the Havana bound to New-York, which ship Capt. B. apprehends to have gone down before now, having 10 feet water in the hold when he left her, and then in 20 fathom water, off Chinquapoteague. Capt. B. reports, that he had been in company for the last two days with the British armed brig which anchored in Hampton Roads yesterday, and that on her arrival within Cape Henry, she received from on board the Triumph, a large boat load of men consisting of 50 in number at least, and then proceeded to her present anchorage! Ib.
August 3. On Saturday last, Major Tazewell, aid to Gen. Matthews, went down with the two officers and three seamen belonging to the Triumph, taken some time since by the militia of Princess Anne, and delivered them to Sir Thomas Haray, pursuant to orders from the general government. Ledger.

The Frigate Chesapeake, with the gun-boats, went down to Craney Island on Saturday last. 1b.
AUGUST 4. On Sunday last, the British seamen and officers taken some time ago at Lynnhaven Inlet, was sent on board the Triumph. A gentleman who went down with the prisoners, and who was on board, informs, that there are 5 or 6 runaway negroes on board, which would be given up on proper application being made for them. Why the officers of the British men of war allow them to get on board is astonishing, for they must certainly know that they are runaways.
Herald. Last evening on parade, General Orders were read to the Militia and Volunteer Companies, when all, except Captain TAYLOR's Company of Cavalry: Captain NESTELL's Artillery: and Capt. Reed's Princess-Anne Company of Militia, were discharged from further service. The Companies retained are to be under the command of Major THOMAS NEWTON.
NEW-YORK, July 30. It is mentioned in late Calcutta papers, that the Governor General in council has issued an order, granting permission of neutral vessels, particularly American, to import grain, under license of the British government. This order was occasioned by a scarcity of grain, in consequence of the failure of the periodical rains. Neutral vessels availing themselves of this permission, must have cargoes of grain exclusively, and the permission is extended to the 31st of December, 1807. Several American vessels were in consequence engaged in rice voyages. Pub. Adv.
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 1.
BRITISH AGGRESSION. On Monday arrived at Norwich, Conn. the mate and three people, belonging the fch't Betty, capt Cary, which left that place a few weeks since on a fishing voyage. They state that several days after their departure, they fell in with a British cutter, mounting eight 12 pounders and fourteen swivels, who after firing three guns, which passed very near them, boarded, armed with pistols and cutlasses—after considerable abuse, they ransacked her hold, flattening barrels of cider, beans, provisions, &c. Not content with this, these myrmadons cut their cod lines in pieces, rendering the Betty completely unfit for her intended voyage. And to complete the whole, the crew were all (except the captain) carried on board the cutter and detained 25 hours, without any thing to eat or drink. The fch't has arrived at Plymouth.
Mr. Wm. Lewis of this city, is to be added to the number of counsel for Aaron Burr, whether by solicitation, or as a volunteer, we have not learned. Aurora.
WASHINGTON, August 3. On Saturday last, the PRESIDENT of the UNITED STATES, left this city on a visit to Monticello. Nat. Int.
We deem it proper at this time to publish the following documents. They need no comment.
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PHILADELPHIA, February 4th, 1807. DEAR SIR, I have received your favor of the 28th of December, by the Miami Chief, the Little Turtle, and have received and observed him with attention. He is certainly a remarkable man. He is recovered of the small pox, and what was worse, a severe fit of the gout.
We shall endeavor to make him happy here and contented after his return—I thank you for introducing him to me, and for the information you have given me concerning him. I have received also, your letter of the 26th of December. It is very true that I have been tortured, for a great part of the year past, with written anonymous insinuations against several persons in conspicuous public stations, that they had formed improper connections with Spain, and among others, against yourself. It has been frequently asserted, that you held a commission, and received pay as a colonel in the Spanish service. This opinion appeared to have taken such root upon the Mississippi among the people in general, that scarcely any man arrives from that neighborhood, who does not bring the report along with him. They seem to be in such a temper in that region, that no body escapes accusation. I have not suffered these rumours concerning you, to make impression upon me; but have lamented what I perceived must be the consequence of them, among the people of the United States. The same jealousy or malice which transmitted them to me, I suppose would propagate them elsewhere, without much reserve.
I recollect, perfectly well, my injunction to you in person, to employ all the force within your power, both militia and regulars, if necessary, to oppose the English, or any other foreign nation who should presume to attempt a violation of our territory, by any expedition through it against their enemies. It would be a pleasure to me, to nominate your son to a commission as you request; but in the first place, there is no vacancy in the Artillery at present, as I am told, and secondly, it was a rule established by my predecessor, that the ensigns shall have attained the age of twenty-one, and I should be severely censured for departing from a military precaution of so high authority.
I recollect my consenting that you should make an excursion, if in your judgement, the service would admit of it to the copper country—I thank you for your samples you have sent me, which I design to have analysed.
For yourself, Sir, I will say I esteem your talents, I respect your services, and feel an attachment to your person, as I do to every man whose name and character I have to long known in the service of our country, whose behavior has been consistent.
We may be nearer than we suspect to another trial of spirits; I doubt not yours will be found faithful—What measures you may think fit to take to silence the villainous rumours and calumny of your connections with Spain and France I know not; but no violent ones, or military ones, will do any good. I shall give no countenance to any imputations, unless accusations should come, and then you will have room to justify yourself. But I assure you I do not expect that any charge will be seriously made.
I am Sir, Your most obedient and Humble Servant, (Signed) JOHN ADAMS.
General Wilkinson. Extract of a letter from Major General Hamilton to President Adams, dated, New York, September 7th, 1799.
General Wilkinson who has been some weeks in this city, in consequence of an invitation, having for object the readjustment of our western military affairs, is about to make a journey to Brantree, to pay his respects to you. On such an occasion, I hope it will not be thought improper, should I address you on the subject of this officer—since what I shall say I know will accord with the views of Gen. Washington, and with what I have reason to believe has already been suggested to you, with his support, by the Secretary of War.
You are apprized, Sir, that General Wilkinson served with distinction in our revolutionary war, and acquired in the rank of Brigadier General—That for many years since that war, he has been in the military service of the government with the same rank, in which rank he for some time had the chief command of the army—That he had also served with distinction, in this latter period, general Wayne, who was not his friend, has in one instance, within my knowledge, very amply testified—The decided impression on my mind, as the result of all that I have heard or known of this officer, is, that he is eminently qualified as a talent, is brave, enterprising, active and diligent, warmly animated by the genuine spirit of his profession, and devoted to it—The recent communications between us, have satisfied me more than ever, that he is well entitled to the character I have just given him.
So circumstanced and so qualified, all military usage and analogy, give the general a very strong claim to promotion. His sensibility will suffer with reason, if he has it not, and it would require more than usual patriotism and magnanimity to preserve him from discontent and disgust—I as well as others, have heard hard things said of the general, but I have never seen the shadow of proof, and I have been myself the victim of obloquy to listen to detraction unsupported by facts.
RUSSIANS AND TURKS. The war between the Russians and Turks, and between the latter and several bodies of insurgents, appeared very much to interest the French; and the Paris papers were replete with articles on the subject. It appeared, that the Russians, in order to strengthen their Grand Army, had neglected that of Michelson, which had advanced in Turkey as far as the Danube, and had invested Imaïl, near the mouth of that river. In the meantime, the Ottoman Empire assumed great activity. Vast numbers of troops were levied, and led against the Russians by French officers. The army of the Grand Vizier was put in motion; and on the 30th April, was advancing from Andrinople for the Danube. Other corps advanced upon Michelson, who, it was said, had raised the siege of Imaïl, and had retreated to Bender on the Dniester, after experiencing a loss of 1100 men killed, 900 men, some artillery, two Generals, gun-boats, &c. taken, by an attack on his rear by the Governor of Imaïl. Another corps, which had advanced to Giurgievo, (on the Danube, near Bulgaria) had been obliged to evacuate that city, and to retire from Wallachia to Moldavia. The Turks were pursuing. It was also stated, that the Turks, excepting in one instance, had been successful against the Seravians, Montenegroes, &c. in different parts of the empire. In one battle (of Nissa, fought April 22) the Seravian loss was stated at 4300 killed, 7285 wounded, & 900 prisoners; & the Turkish loss at 2480 killed, 3068 wounded & 160 prisoners. It was likewise stated, that the insurgent Csérni-Georges had been defeated by the Turks, with the loss of 8000; and that to assist the Turks Gen. MAR-MONT, from Dalmatia, with 20,000, and Gen. LAUNAIS, from Ragusa, were on the march. Add to this, it is said, the Turkish fleet had gained a victory over the Russian squadron in the Black Sea. Thus stood affairs in Turkey, at the last dates according to the French accounts. The Persians too were said to be in arms against the Russians, stimulated by French officers.
The English Admiral CRAIG (we never before heard of this Admiral) it was said, had demanded a contribution of 900,000 ducats from Salonica, and had been refused. Boston Centinel.
FROM THE AURORA. An arrival from France at Boston, furnishes advices from the continent several days later than any heretofore received; but they are not of importance. Bonaparte was at Dantzic, the beginning of June.
The rumors of an approaching continental peace, continued to prevail and obtain credit in Germany; and there is no doubt but the event was apprehended by the British ministry. The armistice with Sweden, and overtures from Russia for a continental congress, had induced the British government to dispatch a protest against any separate arrangement. It is not difficult to calculate however, the effect of such a remonstrance—the sun of Britain is set, and can never rise again with its former splendor:—there will be no more coalitions, unless against the tyrants of the ocean. There will be no peace but on such terms as the man, whom England has made the conqueror of Europe, shall dictate, and the nature of the terms he will grant must be well conceived by any one who has attended to the course of events.
We find that Bonaparte pursues his system of placing his generals at the head of the countries he has conquered—Lefebvre is made hereditary prince of Dantzic, and will no doubt receive a large portion of Pomerania, including the mouths of the Oder as his domain; thus France has established a power on the Baltic, and has now entire command of the greatest rivers and commercial towns in the north of Europe. Such are the fruits of the unbridled ambition of England, and of the folly or madness of the monarchs who were duped by her councils or bought with her gold.
Bonaparte promised his army that he would not return to France, until he had put it out of the power of his enemies again to disturb Europe; he broke no former promise, and we are persuaded will perform this also—Let the admirers of England, then, flatter themselves if they can with any change for its interests—the delay that has been so much spoken of, in advancing against the Russians, is the effect of found prudence or forbearance, it cannot be the effect of weakness or timidity. Should a battle ensue, its result will confirm all our predictions—it will give France the complete mastery, it will put it in the power of Bonaparte to give principalities to the other generals of his armies, that have not yet been provided for.
DIED —On the 14th inst. Mrs. ELIZABETH SYME, the amiable comfort of Mr. Nicholas Syme of Hanover—the bore with patient fortitude, a lengthy, lingering and painful illness, and at last delivered her soul into the hands of providence, with a degree of equanimity and resignation, produced only by an approving conscience. She was an affectionate wife, a tender mother, and a most true and faithful friend: Let those who knew her not, learn her character: Let those who knew her, lament their loss and practise her virtues; and let her distressed and affectionate family, and her numerous relations, console their grief with this pleasing reflection, that her gentle soul is "wrapt in scenes where love and bliss immortal reign."
THE partnership under the firm of James C. Anthony & Co. having expired agreeable to the terms of the same, it is therefore dissolved—the business will be closed by James C. Anthony, who has been the acting partner.
JAMES C. ANTHONY. DAVID BULLOCK.
Richmond, 7th Aug. 1807.
THE Subscriber intends doing business on the same terms as was carried on by James C. Anthony & Co.
JAMES C. ANTHONY. 7th Aug. 1807.
The Enquirer.
RICHMOND, 7th August.
TRIAL OF AARON BURR,
(continued by adjournment and held at the Capitol in the Hall of the House of Delegates.) for High Treason against the United States.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5th, 1807.
PRESENT—JOHN MARSHALL, Chief Justice of the United States.
Mr. Hay requested that the names of the witnesses might be called over, who had not appeared on Monday and of whose arrival he was not yet informed.
The following witnesses answered to their names: Charles Wylie, John Graham, Samuel Swartwout, Julien Dupre, P. H. M. Prevost, Israel Miller, William Eaton, George Morgan, Cyrus Jones, Simeon Poole, Dudley Woodbridge, John G. Henderson, Samuel Moxley, Ambrose D. Smith, John A. Frost, and Hugh Allen.
The names of the witnesses being called over, Mr. Hay observed, that the court would perceive that the number of witnesses attending, was greater than it had been on Monday— that he presumed the whole of them would be here in a few days; that he had no doubt they would go into trial during the present term; but that he could not now furnish the accused with such a list of the witnesses as was required by law for though he knew their surnames, yet he was ignorant of the christian names of many & their places of residence. He was not certain to what day the court might properly adjourn.
Chief Justice. It is of no sort of difference to the court whether it adjourns from day to day; or to a certain day.
Mr. Batts. We must observe again, that it is sufficient for us to have the names of the witnesses without being particularly exact about their places of residence.
Mr. Hay. There will then be only one more circumstance necessary to go into a trial: it is, to know whether the material witnesses are present. If gentlemen accept of the list which I am prepared to make out we may perhaps go into trial on Friday. But I presume, if other witnesses are not summoned, and appear, whose names are not on the list, that they may be added from time to time.
Mr. Wickham. Perhaps it may be material to know the places of residence of some of the witnesses: I suppose the attorney for the U. S. will furnish all the indications, that he may possess, for ascertaining that circumstance.
Chief Justice. All that we can say is, that if the list made out should not prove satisfactory, the cause cannot proceed. Let the court be adjourned until the day after to-morrow.
Mr. Hay. I must take the liberty of mentioning one circumstance; which may have the trouble of the court, if it can be adjusted, before the jury is impanelled. It relates to the manner of proceeding in this trial. The practice in Pennsylvania is the same as it is in Great Britain. After reading of the indictment, the counsel for the prosecution state the case and the facts on which it will be supported; witnesses are then brought and examined on behalf of the prosecution: the counsel for the accused next state the principles of law on which they oppose the charge, and then exhibit their witnesses; and the attorney for the prosecution then winds up the argument. This is the practice in Great Britain and in Pennsylvania; but not in Virginia, where a short statement is first made of the case; then the testimony on both sides is exhibited; which is finally argued and commented on by the counsel on both sides. It is almost indifferent to us, what course is pursued; though I should prefer the former; because it may contribute to save the time of the court. It rests with the court to point out the system, which shall be pursued. I believe that in this state there never has been such a trial as the present; a trial for treason.
Mr. Wickham. This is a point, Sir, which never has occurred to us. We presume that the general practice will be pursued: though certainly a deviation might be made, if there was any real necessity for it. We shall consider the present motion as a mere intimation of the wishes of gentlemen; and we may hereafter close with or object to their proposition. It has been a matter of deliberation with them, but not with us.
Chief Justice. I suppose the present motion will be brought up on Friday; but if in the mean time the gentlemen on both sides can agree to any arrangement among themselves, it will most certainly meet the convenience of the court.
Mr. Hay. Mr. Wickham is mistaken in saying, that it is with us a matter of deliberation: because it was only mentioned among ourselves, in coming into court. It was at first indifferent to me, what course should be pursued; but it becomes less so, the more I think on the subject. The arrangement is an important one, not only in relation to this cause, (if we can see any end to it) but to several others of the same complexion. I am informed that Blennerhassett was yesterday brought to this city; and it is rumored that Mr. Dayton is in the neighborhood.
Mr. Martin could not suppose that this motion had been made on any deliberation: He presumed that the same course would be pursued in a prosecution for treason as for murder.
Chief Justice. We need not come to any arrangement at present: But if gentlemen can agree on any mode among themselves by Friday, it will be acceptable to the court.
Mr. Hay. I shall beg leave to observe, Sir, that this case may be opened on Friday, and if the English mode be pursued, it will be opened in a very different way, from that which is pointed out by the criminal practice of Virginia. It is not better, therefore, to adopt some previous arrangement on the subject?
Mr. Wickham. Certain habits, Sir, are familiar to us all: we feel at home, while pursuing them; and it produces a species of embarrassment to depart from them in any degree. We are used, for example, to certain ways of proceeding in criminal prosecutions: Why, Sir, depart from them, to run into embarrassment? But it is time enough to decide this question, when the jury shall have been impanelled. We should have time to deliberate on it, as well as to consult our client, in a case which may materially concern him. (Mr. Burr was not this day in court.)
Mr. Hay. This is not a case, Sir, in which the consent of council is at all necessary; for to the court belongs the sole privilege of prescribing the order of proceeding. But permit me to observe, that if this arrangement is postponed until Friday, we may not then be prepared immediately to pursue that course, which the court may prescribe. It is, therefore, that I wish the court to make an immediate decision.
Chief Justice. The court is unwilling to dictate any particular course; for although I have read some books of practice, my opinion on this point is not finally made up. Perhaps the best system is pursued in Great Britain, unless indeed
some other proceeding had been previously established; and a long course of experience in that country has perhaps attested its conveniences. I am unwilling, to wave altogether the practice of Virginia. That course which appears to me the best in this case, considering the great number of council who are employed, and the benefits of reconciling the saving of time with the clear treating of the case; is perhaps the following: Let the case be fully opened on behalf of the U. S. and the testimony on that side gone through: Let one of the opposite council afterwards open the case on behalf of the accused, & the testimony on that side be fully exhibited; then one of the remaining council for the U. S. may comment on the whole evidence, who may be answered by the council for the accused; until at length the argument is closed by the remaining council for the prosecution. However, this is a case, in which I do not pretend to dictate.
Mr. Hay. Were this a military case, Sir, I should feel but little solicitude on the subject. But as we have repeated labours of the same sort to undergo, I must confess that it is with much regret I hear the decision of the court. The opposite council have not so much labour upon their shoulders; because they are so numerous that they may easily divide and reduce it.
Mr. Batts suggested the propriety of adjourning the court till to-morrow, when some arrangement might be adopted on the subject.
Mr. Hay. There is this serious objection to the arrangement of the court. I understand that after one of the counsel has opened the case, he is to retire from the action; unless to cross-examine the testimony exhibited on behalf of the accused. Now how many counsel are on the other side? Five or six: perhaps as many as seven. And I understand you, Sir, that the two remaining counsel among ourselves are to answer them all. It would be a most oppressive labor upon the last, who winds up the prosecution, to be compelled to answer all those who preceded him; and I should really suppose that the first who opened the case, should be permitted to come in at the close of the argument.
Mr. Martin. We have no objections, Sir, if all three were to come in.
Chief Justice. I repeat it, that I am not solicitous to adopt the arrangement which has been suggested. But as to the objection which has been urged, it seems to me, that the same argument will often be repeated by all the counsel for the accused, and that of course the counsel who closes the argument will have nothing more to do than to collect these arguments together and answer them all the same time. The labour cannot therefore be as great as has been represented. However, if the first counsel wishes to come in, I certainly can have no objection.
Mr. Wirt. It is scarcely necessary, Sir, to call the court together to-morrow, for this purpose alone. Whatever arrangement be adopted, we, Sir, shall readily acquiesce, if two gentlemen at least may be permitted to divide the burden of answering six or eight.
Mr. Wickham said there would not be so many.
The question was then waved for the present and the court was about to adjourn, when Col. Edward Carrington (of this city) rose and informed the Court, that he had been so much disposed on Monday, it was impossible for him to attend; that his name having been called over on the jury, and not having answered, he had conceived it incumbent upon him to pay so much respect to the Court as to appear before it and to account for his absence. Whether he should be able to serve hereafter, it was impossible for him to say.
The Court then adjourned until Friday 12 o'clock.
FOR THE ENQUIRER.
SPIRIT OF THE TIMES.
The 22d of June 1807, has become as memorable in the annals of our country, as the 17th June, 1775, the day which ushered in the battle of Bunker's Hill. On both days, the blood of Americans was shed by the minions of a despot, but with this marked difference. In the first instance, we expected and were prepared to meet them as foes, animated by a holy enthusiasm, which finally crowned the efforts of a nation struggling to be free. But in the latter case, confiding in a treacherous friendship, relying upon that good faith, which we ourselves have invariably maintained towards all nations, with whom we have intercourse. We have been surprised by an act, which in the catalogue of national crimes, is unparalleled for its atrocity, its wantonness, its baseness, and its cowardice. The late attack of the Leopard, a British ship of 50 guns, and under cover of a British Squadron, on the Chesapeake, a Frigate of the United States of 36 guns, unprepared and unprepared for action, in a time too, of profound peace, and within our own waters, is one of those acts which is calculated to arouse every sentiment of pride, indignation, and resentment, which belong to the American character. The lawless and insolent demand which preceded the attack, served only as a pretext, to manifest the hostile temper of the British government towards us. The act itself, can be considered in no other light, than as a declaration of war; as such it becomes us to meet it, with manly firmness; and to shew to the world that the period has at length arrived, which will develop all the energy of the American character. This character is certainly misunderstood in Europe. A review of the conduct of Great Britain towards us for many years past, irresistibly forces the conviction, that she has acted systematically upon the idea, that no act of hers, however atrocious, will provoke us to hostilities towards her. That our love of peace, will enable her to amuse us forever, with empty and idle negotiation. She has presumed, upon the pacific temper of our government, and the mild spirit of our political institutions, which cherish peace, as the basis of national happiness; without advertising to another maxim equally sacred with us; that to preserve peace, WE must be prepared for war; and at all times ready to lay down our lives, in defence of those rights, without which, peace itself, is of no value. She has progressed from one act of violence to another, until she has now reached the climax of injury and oppression, the murder of four American citizens. Does she calculate, that we are no more that people, who in the "griffle of infancy" actually wrested from her the best half of her empire? And is she mad enough, to provoke us to deeds worthy the "bone of our manhood?" Yes! She has impiously presumed that the genius of a Henry, which once animated our councils; is entombed forever within the silent sepulchre that contains his ashes! She has dated to believe that the spirit which animated her Mercer and Montgomery, is buried with their bones, upon the heights of Quebec, and the plains of Princeton! Fatal delusion! She knows not the temper of free men. She is ignorant of the energies of a republican government. She has perpetrated an act, which calls aloud for vengeance from a whole nation. It is no longer a deed which
concerns only a part of the community. The blood of a Mould, of Laurence, of Shanklin, and of McDonald, is the blood of every man in the community, and must be cherished as the holy cement of our Union. The nation must now march with one step; and with one voice demand the immediate delivery of that fateful of despotism, who has dared to enslave his hands in the blood of our countrymen; and be prepared in case of refusal, to sound the blast of war, and array ourselves on the side of the rest of the civilized world, and ferret out a hoard of pirates, the enemies of all mankind; whose trade is plunder, war, assassination, and whose numerous crimes, render it the interest of every civilized people, to unite and purge them from the map of the world. The present is certainly the most auspicious moment, since the organization of our government, for the adoption of those measures, which are now called for, with one voice, by the nation. We behold, at the head of our government, a man, deeply embosomed in the confidence of the nation; resources amply sufficient to meet any emergency, a unanimity in soul and sentiment among all descriptions of citizens, unequalled in any former period of our history; but above all, we have half a million of men who know the value of freedom, and whom no danger can appall, no difficulties intimidate, in the protection and preservation of their rights. But a few weeks have yet passed away, since the perpetration of this outrage, and there is not a village, a town, or a county, whose patriotic associations, have not breathed, the language of resentment and indignation. Volunteers have flocked to the standard of their country, in numbers greater than the wants of the government require. Old men beyond the period of military duty, have again embodied themselves, and volunteered their services to the government. With such resources as these what have we to fear, in a contest with the mercenaries of Great Britain?
BRUTUS.
War with the King of Britain and not with the people.
Notwithstanding the strength of our resolutions and the energy of our measures; Notwithstanding the multiplied inequities and insults of the British government; and the universal detestation every where expressed, it ought to be borne always in mind, that the people of this country and Great Britain are not the natural enemies of each other; nor is it the policy of either to cultivate a rancorous deadly hostility against the other. Each nation might mutually guarantee the independence of the other, and might notwithstanding the wars and contentions of other nations, support an intercourse, mutually beneficial. But these things must be bottomed upon mutual interests and reciprocal rights. A pre-eminence in privileges either assumed or implied, actual or granted, will create jealousy, discontent and complaint. Cordiality and confidence will disappear, and each, under the semblance of friendship towards the other, will cherish an inextinguishable hostility.
The British King, and his agents, and not the British people are our enemies? We are now arrayed in arms, not for the bloody purpose of destroying our fellow men, or of spreading horror and desolation far & wide, but for the honorable, laudable and patriotic purpose of defence and justice.
Gladly indeed ought we to afford an asylum, if possible, for the oppressed and distressed of that ill fated country: Yes, and at the very time too, when we fly to arms, for the destruction of those who may appear in array against us, we would gladly admit to the enjoyment of all the privileges of our mild and equal laws, those whom the conduct of their masters compel us to treat as foes.
While therefore our enemies exhaust their resources and waste their countries strength, by impositions, taxes, and compulsory enlistments, let us form benevolent and patriotic associations, to reward those who may contribute in affording the means of escape. If such regulations shall be well organized, and proper temptation be offered, it is likely that the desertions from their fleets and armies would be much more destructive to their service, than either the sword or pestilence.
By such means, we may obtain a more certain victory, and more glorious triumph, than by slaughtering thousands and tens of thousands of our fellow creatures, who are forced to fight in battles, without feeling a single emotion in relation to the success. Such will be the generous & humane means, by which we may, not only paralyze the strength of the enemy, but increase our strength by the addition of new and grateful friends. In this way, we may shew to the astonished and admiring world, that more may be done by moderation and justice, than by the most successful battles or splendid victories.
PHILOS.
HERMAN BLANNERHASSETT.
This person is in confinement, in the Penitentiary in this city—he was apprehended at Lexington in Kentucky; & the following facts are communicated.
Mr. D. Meade of that state, was summoned to the trial of col. Burr as a witness. He was in this city, when the Grand Jury found an indictment against Mr. B.—He returned to Kentucky, and there found Mr. B.—Mr. Meade gave information to Judge Todd, who issued a warrant upon Mr. Meade's affidavit.—Mr. Meade was then appointed Deputy Marshal of the state, and conducted Mr. Blannerhasset to this place under a guard.—They arrived in this city on Tuesday last, and B. was immediately conveyed to the Penitentiary by the marshal of Virginia, under a capias for Treason.
At a meeting of the Troop of Cavalry, of El-lex county, commanded by Geo. W. Banks, convened for the purpose of taking into consideration the indignity and outrage offered to the American flag, by the late attack made upon one of our frigates, by a British armed ship, within the jurisdiction of the U. States:
Resolved unanimously, That we view with abhorrence, indignation, and a desire for revenge, the base, cowardly and wanton encroachments upon our rights and independence by the attack of the British armed ship, the Leopard, upon the American Frigate, the Chesapeake.
Resolved unanimously, That we consider the patriotic blood of our brave fellow-citizens so spilt and pure to be spilt with impunity by

any power on earth, but we feel the more indignant in the present instance, because this daring outrage has been committed by a nation which has trampled on our rights, whilst she has been endeavouring by declarations of friendship, to lull us into a dangerous and deceitful security. Resolved unanimously , That we not only consider that hospitality to the British nation under existing circumstances, ceases to be a duty, but that we consider it a crime, inasmuch as, after having made all the advances to an amicable adjustment of our conflicting interests, which could reasonably have been expected of an independent nation, and even now whilst we have on foot, negotiations for the peaceable termination of our differences, an act has been committed, which for impudence and atrocity, equals, if not surpasses, any thing recorded in the annals of civilized nations. Resolved unanimously , That experience has shown, that in proportion to the solicitude on the part of our government for peace with Britain, has been the increase of insult and injury from that nation, and that immediate reprisals or speedy revenge, is earnestly desired by this troop—every member of which pledges himself to his country, to march at any moment, and to any place, its interest and safety may require. Resolved unanimously , That the capt. of this troop be instructed to communicate the foregoing resolutions to the U. States, and to the Executive of this state, and to forward a copy to the Editor of the Enquirer, for insertion. GEO. W. BANKS, Capt.
At a meeting of the people of the county of Halifax, at their Court-house, on Monday the 27th day of July, 1807. General George Carrington, was unanimously called to the chair—And Berryman Green, appointed secretary. The meeting having taken into consideration the outrage offered to the sovereignty and independence of the United States, in the late unprovoked and atrocious attack of the British ship Leopard, upon the frigate Chesapeake, together with the conduct of the British government generally, towards their country; unanimously agreed upon, and came to the following expression of their sentiments upon those subjects.
The citizens of Halifax add their voice to the general burst of indignation, which is now issuing from every part of the United States, against the wrongs and outrages committed by Great Britain on their country: injustice, insult and hostility, have, for several years, been the principal characteristics of the conduct of that imperious nation towards us. The emotions of indignation and resentment, which such conduct is naturally calculated to excite, have hitherto yielded to a sincere and ardent love of peace, and to the hope that pacific negotiation might obtain for us, more worthy treatment in future. Our hope has been disappointed: forbearance has been imputed to imbecility of character, and met by increasing insolence: remonstrances and demands of redress have been answered by additional and aggravated injuries; until at length, in the savage and murderous outrage lately perpetrated by a British squadron, on a ship of the United States, the ultimate point of patient endurance, has been transgressed—Silence on such an occasion, would be unjustifiable; indifference would be a want of patriotism; acquiescence would be cowardice.
Resolved, therefore , That the citizens of Halifax, in dignant, under a sense of the recent outrage their country has suffered, and reposing full confidence in the patriotism, moderation and firmness of the administration of the general government; will give their assent, support and co-operation, to every measure that may be adopted by the proper authorities, for the purpose of obtaining full reparation for the past, and satisfactory security against future injury, and that they are prepared to make every sacrifice, to endure every privation, and incur every hazard, that may be found necessary for the attainment of these objects. Resolved , That we cordially unite in sentiments, with our brethren of Norfolk, Richmond and other towns, and generally of the commonwealth, expressed in their resolutions relative to the subjects foregoing, and highly applaud the firm, just and spirited conduct of the citizens of those towns more immediately in the vicinity of British outrage and exposed to their immediate action.
Resolved , That these resolutions be signed by the chairman; that a copy be transmitted to the President of the United States, a copy to the committee of correspondence of the city of Richmond, and another copy, to the Editor of the Enquirer, with a request that he insert the same in his paper. Resolved , That George Carrington, John B. Scott, William Terry, Berryman Green, John Winbush, Henry E. Coleman, Isaac H. Coles, Isaac Coles, jun., William Rice, William B. Banks, Hawton Clark & William Leigh, be appointed a committee of correspondence, and for carrying the foregoing resolutions into effect. GEO. CARRINGTON, Chairman. BERRYMAN GREEN, Secretary.
At a meeting of the troop of horse, in the county of Halifax, belonging to the first regiment, and first division of the Virginia Cavalry, on Saturday the 18th August, 1807: Capt. Joseph Sandford, was called to the chair; and Samuel Williams appointed secretary. The following resolutions were proposed and adopted, to wit: Resolved , That we have heard with emotions of horror and indignation of the late atrocious outrage committed on our sovereignty by the captain of the British ship of war, the Leopard, acting under the command of his superior officer; in attaching the Chesapeake, a national ship of the United States, within our acknowledged jurisdiction, while reposing in confident security, under the protection of a neutral flag, and the cruel and premeditated murder of our people and unoffending citizens.
Resolved , That we highly applaud the prompt, vigorous and patriotic conduct of our fellow-citizens of Norfolk, Hampton and their vicinities, on this occasion, so interesting to humanity, so insulting and degrading to our character, as a sovereign and independent nation; we sympathize in their feelings, and are ready to participate with them in the hazards of war. Resolved , That we have the fullest confidence in the wisdom, firmness and patriotism of the constituted authorities of our country, and having the fullest assurance that they will resort to the means the most satisfactory for the past and security against the repetition of similar outrages in future: we are prepared at the hazard of our lives and fortunes, to co-operate with our government, in any measures of vengeance and retaliation, which in its wisdom, it may think proper to adopt.
Resolved , That the Captain of this Troop, do tender our services to the Governor of Virginia, and inform him that we are prepared to march at the call of our country. Resolved , That the foregoing resolutions be signed by the chairman, that one copy be forwarded to the Governor of Virginia, one to the President of the U. S. and another copy to the Editor of the Enquirer. Signed JOSEPH SANDFORD, Chairman. SAMUEL WILLIAMS, Secretary.
A number of citizens of Charlotte county, assembled at their Court-house, on Saturday the 18th of July, 1807, for the purpose of taking into consideration the lawless and violent attack of the British ship Leopard, on the American frigate Chesapeake: Thomas Read, was unanimously chosen chairman—And Thomas T. Bouldin, secretary.
On motion, a committee of twenty-five persons was appointed, for the purpose of drafting resolutions appropriate to the occasion of this meeting, whereupon, the following persons were appointed:—Paul Carrington, Sr. William Norton, Joel Watkins, Gideon Spencer, Joseph Wyatt, Thomas Read, Thomas Read, jun., Jacob Morton, Francis Scott, William Gains, William M. Watkins, John Robinson, William L. Morton, A. D. Alexander, Thomas C. Elliott, Joseph Venable, Thomas Bouldin, Paul Carrington, jun., Isaac Read, Henry A. Watkins, Samuel White, Collier Hutchinson, Henry Madison, Richard Dabbs and William White; the committee having retired for some time, reported as follows:
Resolved , That the repeated insults offered to our countrymen, the depredations committed on our commerce, the lawless and violent impression of our seamen, clearly evince a disposition on the part of Great Britain, hostile to the peace and happiness of the United States—that the late unprecedented outrage committed on our frigate Chesapeake, by a British ship of superior force, supported by a squadron, acting under the direction of a British admiral, demands immediate explanation and satisfaction.
Resolved unanimously , That the measures adopted by the President of the United States, declared in his proclamation, are approved, as expressing a proper spirit of resentment and introductory to more coercive opposition.
Resolved unanimously , That we are willing and prepared, at the expence of our blood and treasure, to co-operate in the execution of any measure which may be devised by our government, for the vindication of our national honor, the preservation of our liberty and independence, and for the chastisement of British insolence.
Resolved unanimously , That the spirited sentiments and exertions of the citizens of Norfolk, Hampton and Portsmouth, entitle them to the applause of their countrymen.
Resolved unanimously , That whatever difference of political opinion may have existed among us, relative to the best means of maintaining our national independence, with the least sacrifice of personal liberty and happiness, we are all united firmly in this: we will continue to be free, we will preserve our national honor, or die fighting under the banners of liberty.
Resolved , That the measures taken by the last Congress, to fortify some of the principal seaports of our country, are approved, and it is much to be desired that they were in a complete state of defence against British depredation.
Resolved unanimously , That these resolutions be signed by the chairman, and that copies be sent to the President, to the Governor of Virginia, to the committees of correspondence of the borough of Norfolk and city of Richmond, and that they be published.
Resolved , That a committee be appointed to correspond with other committees of correspondence on the subject of these resolutions. Whereupon, the question being put, the resolutions were adopted by the meeting, and Thomas Read, William M. Watkins, N. B. Tucker, Joseph Venable, Joseph Wyatt, John Robinson, William L. Morton, Thomas Read, jun., Thomas C. Elliott, William Morton and Thomas T. Bouldin, were appointed the committee of correspondence.
THOMAS READ, Chairman. Teste, THOMAS T. BOULDIN, Secretary.
AT a meeting of the citizens of Madison county, held at the Courthouse, on Friday the 24th July, 1807, for the purpose of taking into consideration the recent outrage committed by the British ship Leopard, upon the United States frigate Chesapeake, and to express their sentiments thereupon. PHILIP GRYMES, Esq. opened the meeting with a very pertinent address on the subject:
Col. William Madison, was unanimously called to the chair—and John B. Noe, was chosen secretary.
The resolutions having been previously drafted and read, they were adopted as follows: The citizens of Madison county having had under their consideration the late unprovoked aggression of the British squadron, under the command of Commodore Douglas, stationed in Hampton Roads, committed upon the American frigate Chesapeake, together with the subsequent conduct of the Commodore towards the citizens of Norfolk, view the same as a most outrageous violation of all national law, a perilous breach of that good faith which ought to be held most sacred by all civilized nations; and as evincing that most savage cowardice, and whilst they feel indignant at the character of that nation whose principles of policy lead to such atrocities they are reluctantly determined to co-operate with their fellow-citizens throughout the United States in any and every measure that may be deemed expedient, in order to bring that nation to a sense of its duty, to protect those of our fellow-citizens who are exposed to its lawless ravages, and to avenge the blood of our murdered countrymen—therefore
Resolved unanimously , That the attack of the British ship of war Leopard upon the United States frigate Chesapeake was an unwarranted and atrocious act of violence, and that the officers of the British squadron, if their government disavows the act, ought to be considered as the wilful murderers of our seamen, who fell in consequence of it—whose blood now stains their hands calling for the vengeance of our common country—And if the British government shall avow the act that the whole nation deserves the same vengeance.
Resolved unanimously , That the letter of Commodore Douglas to the Mayor of Norfolk is considered by this meeting as the effusion of a savage heart obeying the dictates of brutal ferocity rather than national heroism, and that the spirited reply of the mayor does honor to himself, and to his borough men and in the expression of their sentiments.
Resolved , As the opinion of this meeting that nothing ought to appease the justly excited resentment of our government at this unparalleled outrage, but inflicting the sword of justice upon the heads of the guilty offenders.
Resolved unanimously , That we have every confidence in the wisdom, firmness and integrity of our federal executive, and that we doubt not but every measure (compatible with the interest and dignity of our country) will be enforced to obtain satisfaction for an outrage so unprecedented, and so injurious to the honor and dignity of our country, and that we as competent members of the union, pledge our lives and fortunes to support the government in such measures for obtaining satisfaction as they may on this momentous occasion think prudent to adopt.
Resolved unanimously , That the thanks of the citizens of this county be communicated to the citizens of Norfolk for the exemplary promptitude and energy which they have displayed on this occasion, and that they be assured that we highly approve of their patriotic and spirited conduct towards the officers of the British squadron, and that we sympathize with them in their sufferings, and heartily unite with them in all their resolutions.
Resolved unanimously , That the chairman of this meeting be requested to transmit a copy of the foregoing resolutions to the President of the United States—one copy to the Chairman of the corresponding committee at Richmond, and that a copy be sent to the Editor of the Enquirer for publication.
Signed by order of the meeting. WM. MADISON, Chairman. JOHN NOE, Secretary.
Such as recolled the "times that tried men's souls" aver, that the spirit of the day is even superior to that of '76. We feel equally convinced of the justice of our cause; and much more confident in our strength, our resources and our union. We have not that large host of tories among us which disgraced the last war. And though it be true that some of the anglo-federalists are more attached to their mother than to their adopted country, yet the great body of our countrymen are truly Americanized .—But it is not only the great body; it is every man and every youth, with the least portion of virtue at their heart, that is ready to lift the avenging arm against the insults and encroachments of Great Britain. Against such an united nation, what can the Cabinet of Britain expect to accomplish? or what more can be said of it than that it is so completely infatuated by its vices, that its understanding is blind to the ruins which hovers it over?
The circumstances of the times have furnished a new and instructive lesson to the Legislature of Virginia. While we were lapped in the bosom of peace, they made very small appropriations to the armoury. By this measure they limited the number of workmen that were employed, and of muskets, swords and pistols that might have been manufactured. They have, until lately neglected the foundry for casting cannon. They forgot that it was during peace, we ought to prepare for war; and that when hostilities commence, it would be necessary to be handling instead of making our arms. It is hoped, that the next Legislature of Virginia will resolutely act upon these truths—that they will make large appropriations for the making of small arms, and for putting the foundry into immediate operation. The last object is of extreme importance. Our enemy will first invade our coasts; and large pieces of artillery are therefore required to drive off their ships of war. 24 and 32 pounders are the instruments by which we must defend our shores and our towns.
The same causes of complaint may not this year exist which prevented the raising of the taxes during the last assembly. Our crops will be uncommonly productive; and the revenue ought to be proportionably increased. It is also to be hoped that the Legislature will appoint a committee of war, to report such defects in our present military code, and to propose such means for introducing the improvements of Europe, as their judgment may suggest.
The Legislature appoints the 19 brigadier generals and 4 major generals of this state. Now what limitation is there to the period, of their appointment? Is there none but death or cashiering by a court-martial? What is the consequence? That many generals may be suffered to command the divisions over his country, who are despised, suspected of cowardice and of attachment to the enemy. This is a most serious evil, and ought if possible, to be remedied. Why not appoint our superior officers for a certain number of years only?
Nothing so shortly displays the spirit of our country, as the large mass of Volunteers who have kept forward to her defence. It is believed that the number who have tendered their services to the Executive will in a few days exceed the quota of 11,563 men who are to be drawn from Virginia.
The last Norfolk Ledger has the following remark: "With respect to the force sufficient to protect this place, as stated in the Governor's letter, viz. "The Gbje le French frigate, the Chesapeake, sixteen Gun-boats, and Ports Nelson and Norfolk," &c. and then the editor proceeds to comment upon the idea of the French frigate's being "accounted as a part of our force." We shall make no remark on this hypercritical observation, but we merely enquire to whom was this letter addressed? For we wish to know the man, who could be guilty of the impropriety and even indecorum of suffering the publication of such an extract. Was it Gen. Matthews? that general upon whom (in the language of the Ledger) "so many severe, indeed illiberal attacks have been made." We entertain the strongest doubt, about the correctness of the Extract.
IN COUNCIL, July 10th, 1807. Several patriotic addresses from military associations, in various parts of the state, expressive of their warm indignation, at the outrage lately committed by the British squadron within our jurisdiction, and offering their services to march at a moments warning to repel their lawless aggressions, having been received by the Governor, and laid before the board; it is unanimously advised, that the officers, non-commissioned officers and privates, who have thus voluntarily come forward, be requested to accept the thanks of the Executive for the very laudable zeal manifested by them in defence of their country.
The following tenders of services have been, with great pleasure, received by the executive since the date of the advice of Council, published on the 24th July, viz. Capt. John Nicholas, jr. Company of Light Infantry, in Dinwiddie, tendering their services to the Executive. Capt. Robert Garland, Company of Light Infantry, do. Albemarle. Capt. Thomas Gholson, jr. Troop of Cavalry or Brunswick county. Officers and privates of the 17th Regiment, in Cumberland county.
Published by order of the Executive, DANL. HYLTON, C. C.
NORFOLK, August 4. Capt. Stewart, of the schooner Bellona, from Antigua, informs us, that just as he was about departing from that island, intelligence of the affair of the Leopard and Chesapeake was received. The people of the island appeared much concerned upon the subject. Flour rose immediately one dollar and one half per barrel.
To the Editor of the Public Ledger. Sir, I have observed several publications in the Herald, and other prints, calculated to injure my character, and have deemed it only necessary to say, that I have seen them without considering it my duty to reply, as a court of enquiry will shortly convene for the purpose of investigating the affair of the Chesapeake and Leopard, and through that channel the publick may expect a correct knowledge of facts; therefore any publication on my part would be useless and improper. Something more substantial than the mere declarations of the parties concerned, will be required.
Respectfully, I am, Sir, your's, &c. JAMES BARRON.
Near Hampton, August 5, 1807.
DIVISION ORDERS. 4th Division. Aug. 18, 1807. You are called upon by your Governor to stand forth in defence of your country. Need I exhort Citizen Soldiers to the prompt performance of this first of duties? I persuade myself your feelings supercede the necessity of my interposition. You have heard of the outrage committed on our nation by a captain of the British navy off our
Capes—You have understood that this outrage was accompanied by the violation of all those principles which uphold civilization. The rights of hospitality were invaded; the confidence in established amity violated, and in one moment open war was uttered by a prepared foe in the garb of a friend. We were wounded, we were killed—our flag (streak) & four of our seamen forcibly taken from on board one of our frigates. The annals of the world since the days of barbarism, present not a like example of hypocrisy and insolence on the one part, and of abused confidence on the other.
The ostensible cause of this daring outrage was, the recovery of four sailors, said to be deserters from a British ship of war, charged with mutiny, and enlisted on board our frigate. Had these sailors been bona fide British subjects, or American citizens who had enlisted in the British service, and who were withheld after a demand made in a proper manner, and to the proper officer, even this unwarrantable conduct on our part does not, cannot justify the outrageous mode of reparation resorted to. But we learn from the highest authority, that three of these men were native Americans—This fact adds to the atrocity of the crime committed against our dignity and name. Native Americans rarely enlist in foreign service—Had this been the case now, it would have been ascertained and acknowledged by government—We must therefore presume that these unfortunate citizens were impressed on board British ships of war, and their righteous abandonment of such service has been wrongfully called desertion—Should this well grounded presumption prove to be true, where and how do we stand as a nation? Can human wit devise or human power perpetrate an act more hostile or more pointed against our sovereignty & our honour? Submission to it is the lowest notch in the scale of national degradation—Suspension of our just wrath in hope of reparation, however warranted by policy, & urged by humanity, puts character in doubt—Peace with all its sweets may be too dearly purchased—It is always, when character is forgotten—It is our duty, as it will be our pride, to wait with patience, until our government shall take its last decision. This must depend on the answer from the king of the British—Should justice, guided by wisdom, dictate that answer, then may the blessings of peace be continued to both nations. If, as there is much reason to expect, the vile outrage practised upon us, in the hour of profound peace, should be maintained, the last appeal cannot be deferred. High Heaven delights in right. Let us by our valor prove ourselves worthy of defending that cause, to which its immutables declare its preference. We shall thus prove ourselves worthy the lofty inheritance achieved by the wisdom and courage of our fathers—We shall manifest to the world, that the bright example of our dear and great Washington, and his fage maxims, have sunk deep into our hearts; and we shall present to our unjust foe a front of bayonets in the hands of freemen, estimating peace with honour, as the highest national good, and estimating peace with dishonor, as the deepest national curse.
To the young men of the division placed under his direction by the laws of our country, their gen. addresses himself with earnestness, because he was once young like them, and then experienced the honorable toils and perils of war. The season of youth is the season for battle—War is upon us, and you are young—Advance, stop the cold and erring allotment by draft—Present yourselves to our officers, volunteers, in obedience to the will of Congress—You do the greatest good to your country; you do the greatest ill to your enemy; and you prove yourselves fitted for the important epoch, to meet which nature destined you. As well your part, and during life you will receive the cheering approbation of all around you; and when no more, you will be hailed by a grateful posterity as the true sons of your gallant fathers.
The detachment required to be furnished from the fourth division is specified in the annexed detail. The brigadier generals are requested to give their best efforts to encourage the volunteer levy, and to report progress from time to time—Failing, they will proceed to make the draft as directed in general orders.
Lieut. col. Smith will give directions to the officers of cavalry in all matters requisite for their due organization, and make report thereof, to the maj. gen. in like manner maj. Taylor, commandant of Artillery, will order and report—The latter will be duly forwarded to lieut. col. Fleming, commandant of the regiment. The forgoers cannot perform a more acceptable duty, nor give a more amiable proof of their zeal, than by vaccinating the troops as soon as they are enrolled. The facility with which this operation may be performed, induces the hope, that it will be duly executed.
The maj. gen.'s solicitude to carry into effect the general orders in the most complete and satisfactory manner, has induced him to direct his aid-de-camp to visit whenever necessary, the brigadiers and commandants of cavalry and artillery, for the purpose of receiving, and communicating such occurrences as may in any degree be interesting to the promotion of the service. He relies with great confidence on the zealous co-operation of his officers of every grade, and flatters himself that their united exertions will readily produce not only the full force demanded, but of the fort so anxiously desired by his excellency the governor.
Maj. Turner is appointed aid-de-camp, vice Cuffis, removed out of the state, and he is to be repeated accordingly.
HENRY LEE, Maj. Gen. 4th Division Virginia Militia. By the Major-General, THOMAS GRIFFIN, Aid-de-Camp 4th Division.
The orders of Admiral Berkeley to commodore Douglas, published lately in the newspapers of this city, are curious and entertaining. A vice admiral of the white, a commander in chief of his Britannic majesty's ships on the coast of America, requires the commanders of his majesty's ships under his command to search an American man of war, and to suffer themselves to be searched by him. We may indeed exclaim with Lord Howe, "What in the name of Heaven can be the matter with Berkeley?" Where can be found such a precedent in the annals of the British navy, or of the navy of any power on earth. He must be out of his senses, or the order is a fabrication calculated for some local political purpose. The President himself could not agree to such a principle without the advice and consent of the Senate, nor could the admiral on the part of England, without full power conferred upon him for that purpose.
And if both governments of America and England were to agree to such an humiliating condition, they would be exposed to all the contempt of the other maritime powers, who could not fail to see in it the degradation of the honor and dignity of their flag.
American Citizen.
BRITISH SHIPS OF WAR Upon the American coast, exclusive of Newfoundland and the W. I. Indies. Leopard 50 Vice-Admiral hon. G. C. Berkeley, Captain Humphries. Bellona 74 Commodore Douglas Triumph 74 Captain Hardy Chichester 44 Stopford Cambrian 38 Beresford Milan 38 Lawrie Melampus 36 Hawker Cleopatra 32 Simpson Mermaid 32 Holes Indian 24 Austen Squirrel 24 Shortland Hereus 22 Morrison Bermuda 18 Byam Buoy 18 Reilly Halifax 18 Lord Townsend Observer 18 Crofton Driver 16 Lowe Ballahon 14 Lieut. Murray
ENRATA—THOMAS MILLER, Capt. of the Powhatan Troop of Cavalry, instead of William Archer, who acted as Chairman of the meeting. In the 5th line of the preamble, reported by the committee of Amelia, for the word "preceded," read "succeeded": In the 19th line of the same preamble, and first word for "perfidy," read "perfidious." In the 6th line from the beginning of the Fluvanna resolutions, the word "that" is improperly inserted: it should read, "stated the occasion, &c." instead of "stated that the occasion, &c." In the 21st line, the word "honor" is substituted for the word "honors." In the 56th line, the word "justified" is substituted for the word "justifies."
FOR LIVERPOOL. THE FINE AMERICAN SHIP CHARLES. W. W. PARROTT, Master. Burthen 450 Hlds. Tolaco. WILL sail in all next week. For passage apply to the master on board, Pickett, Pollard & Johnston, or Overton Anderson. Who have imported in said Ship, One hundred Crates of well assorted Liverpool WARE, which they offer for sale on moderate terms. Richmond, August 7. ep2w.
WANTED, A SHIP of about 250 hogheads burthen, to load with Tobacco, for Falmouth, and a market in Great-Britain or Ireland. The Cargo being all ready, immediate dispatch will be given. Enquire of Messrs. CAMPBELL & WHEELER, Norfolk—or PICKETT, POLLARD & JOHNSTON. Richmond, Aug. 7th, 1807. 3w
FOR SALE. WILL POSITIVELY BE SOLD, For ready money, on Thursday the 27th of August, on the plantation where Gideon Hatcher, late high Sheriff of Goochland county, lived and died, all the personal
ESTATE, —Of the deceased, consisting of— ABOUT twenty very likely SLAVES, Stock of every kind, household and kitchen Furniture, together with the Plantation Utensils. All persons having claims against said estate, are desired to bring them forward properly authenticated—particularly those originating in consequence of the delation of said Hatcher's late Deputies, who are first to be paid by— THOMAS MILLER & JOHN BROWN } Adm'rs. Goochland, Aug. 7. o1w3w
FOR SALE. THE following PROPERTY, belonging to Robert Alexander, Esq. of Woodford county, in the state of Kentucky:—A LOT OF GROUND, in the City of Richmond, with a valuable House thereon, one room of which is occupied by the Jews as a Synagogue—under the house there are a set of Vaults, originally intended for a Wine Cellar; also the TRACT OF LAND whereon William Alexander, Esq. formerly resided, about three miles from the City of Richmond. Two years credit, from the first day of January next will be allowed the purchaser, of whom bond with good security bearing interest from the said first day of January, and a mortgage on the premises will be required, and to whom a conveyance in fee simple with a warranty will be granted. Possession of the tract of Land may be had on the day of sale, and of the Vaults, but the Jews are entitled to the possession of the rest of the house until the first day of May next.—Unless the property is sold by private bargain, it will be sold publicly at the front door of the Eagle Tavern between the hours of 12 and 3 o'clock, P. M. on Saturday the 24th day of October next. The title papers may be seen and every information granted by applying to me. WM. HAY, Attorney in fact for ROBERT ALEXANDER. Richmond, Aug. 7th, 1807. ep1
WANTED, FOR THE ENSUING YEAR. AN OVERSEER.—None need apply but one who can come well recommended for honesty, sobriety, industry & a thorough knowledge of farming. To a person of this description, liberal wages will be given. EDWIN JAMES HARVIE. August 7. tf.
DRUMS, Fifes, Swords, Belts, Nots, Epaulettes, Stocks and Cockades, to be had at Enoch Salivans Jewelry Store. August 7. tf.
CHEAP GOODS!! Under the impression of the most lively gratitude for the liberal support which his new establishment has met with, since its commencement in Richmond.
JOHN KING, RETURNS his sincere acknowledgements to the public, and hopes to merit a continuance of their patronage. He respectfully informs them that he has just received an additional supply of— SEASONABLE GOODS, which with the former stock, he will continue to sell at the cheapest rates for cash. August 7. o2w4w.
MARSHAL'S SALES. WILL be sold, to the highest bidder, for ready money, under a decree of the court of the United States for the fifth circuit, in the Virginia district, between Phoncas Bond, attorney in fact for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plaintiff, and David Rofs and others, defendants, in order to raise the sum of sixteen thousand six hundred and sixty-six dollars and sixty-five cents, due and payable the first day of this month, and the expenses and charges attending the sale; a number of very valuable SLAVES.—The sale will take place at the Oxford Iron Works, in the county of Campbell, on the 23rd day of September next. BEN. MOSBY, D. M. FOR JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D. August 7th, 1807. 235
A GOOD BARGAIN. FOR SALE,
THAT well known TRACT OF LAND, THE SABLING GROVE, thirteen miles below the town of Abingdon, in Washington county, Virginia, containing one thousand six hundred acres, and including the plantation whereon the late general Evan Shelby lived. The whole of this tract is levels great part of it is equal in quality to any land on the Western waters, has many very fine springs upon it, and a stream running through it, suitable for any kind of Water Works, at all seasons of the year. As a purchaser would choose to view the premises, any farther description of the Land, or of the valuable Farm thereon, is unnecessary. The title is indisputable. To prevent trouble, the price is ten thousand dollars, payable in three equal annual payments. Likely flavors will be taken for any part of the purchase money. ISAAC SHELBY. Lincoln County (K.) Nov. 22. 1807. 1807. 5w.

Miscellaneous
CHARLESTON, (S. C.)
AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY,
26th June, 1807.
The following letter and statement, from a gentleman of great respectability and correctness, were laid before the Society:
GENTLEMEN,
I herewith send you the pattern of six pieces of Cloth, manufactured in the State of Rhode-Island, from South-Carolina wool, which I carried with me to the northward; the wool was shorn from 65 sheep, weighing 1894 lb. and valued in that State at 25 cents per lb. which when cleaned and prepared for weaving, was 137 1/2 lb.
Table with 4 columns: Weight of Wool, Sorting and picking per lb., Skins, Per Skin, Wove yards, Per yard, Milled yards, Per yard, Sum total, Expense per yard. Rows show data for 1894 lb. of wool.
But if the whole 1894 pounds of clean wool had been manufactured into negro cloth of one quality, the same would have made 185 yards at 130 cents, equal to No. 4. The statement would then have been 135 yards, 130 cents.
Table with 4 columns: Ded. for manufacturing, Value of the wool, Value of the wool, and cloth back. Totals: D. C. 175 50, 68 cts. per yd. 91 80, 47 31, 6 0 145 11.
The European cloths imported and sold in Charleston at the above prices, are by no means equal to those here marked; and the wool from which they are manufactured is not of so good a quality. The S. Carolina wool is admitted to be superior to English wool, and the 17 1-2 lb. of which No. 1 was made, were supposed to be next in quality and nearly equal to the wool of Spain.
The above remarks are respectfully submitted to your Society.
The Agricultural Society, upon examining the texture of the different qualities of cloth woven from the wool above marked, are fully satisfied of the correctness of the statement: and knowing that the wool on most plantations is very little attended to in the shearing of the sheep and saving of the wool—do recommend the serious attention of the planters to that article, and if the charges of clearing and spinning, weaving and milling, together with the freight, are saved by having them done at their plantations, it would be of infinite advantage in clothing their negroes, and that of No. 1 would answer for their own families. Resolved, therefore, That the above be published in the news-papers for the benefit of the planters, and that the patterns of the cloths be placed at the Courier Office for inspection.
By order of the Society, JOHN CHAMPNEYS, President.
From an English paper.
Mr. Lancaster announces for publication by subscription, at twelve copies for a pound, an abbreviated account of his newly invented method of instructing the children of the poor. Perhaps one of the most interesting features to be seen at present in or near London is the Free School of this benevolent man, about 200 yards from the Obelisk in St. George's fields. In this school nearly 1000 poor children are rapidly taught reading, writing and arithmetic, by one master, on a plan of Mr. Lancaster, for a total expense not exceeding three hundred pounds per annum. The leading principle of this well regulated and orderly establishment is, that the senior classes teach the junior, and that emulation through every class is excited by rewards and promotions. The methods of teaching are also much simplified—for example, the children learn to read and write the alphabet at the same time, by forming the letters in sand with their fingers, as each letter is successively called by the monitor; they afterwards learn to read and write monosyllables in the same manner, and the precision and rapidity with which the smallest children perform these operations is very surprising and highly interesting. Aided by this plan, the children of the poor may, without exception, be initiated in the first rudiments of knowledge; and we congratulate the country on the prospect of its speedy adoption by the Legislature, on the introduction of Mr. Whitbread.
THE AMERICAN SOLDIER.
A PARODY.
The Yankee Soldier sees the foe, His heart with ready joy beats high; And onward now behold him go, Resolved to conquer or to die. On all sides flourish the bullets fly, Wide spread and loud the cannons sound, He sees unmov'd his comrades die, On bleeding on the chilly ground. Still mark the Soldier's fearless eye As forward, 'forward,' still he goes; And hark! the war-shout rends the sky, Now, now, he rushes on his foes. For Yankee valor deepliest glows In the dread hour of doubtful life— When fierce the polish'd bayonets close, And man meets man in mortal strife. And where are Warriors to be found, To match the Yankee Soldier's might? His brows shall be with laurels crown'd, For he shall vanquish in the fight; His foes shall be dispers'd in flight, Or sunk in an untimely grave. He will make good his country's right; His country's thanks shall crown the brave.
* This is a term of reproach only with the ignorant, and the lowest order of imported citizens. It is a general pronoun for "American," known throughout Europe, and is of honorable derivation.
A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF
BLANKS,
FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.
WASHINGTON, April 28, 1807.
Public notice is hereby given,
THAT in pursuance of a Resolution of the Commissioners of the Sinking Fund, at a meeting held on the 23rd day of March 1807, James Davidson Esq. Cashier of the Office of Discount and Deposit at Washington, has been appointed agent under the superintendence of the Secretary of the Treasury, to make purchases at private sale of the eight per cent stock, on public account. Such persons, therefore, who are proprietors of eight per cent stock, standing on the books of the Commissioner of Loans for Virginia, and who may be desirous of selling the same, within the price limited by law, are requested to make application to the commissioner of Loans at Richmond, who will inform them of the course to be pursued.
It is further made known for the information of the parties concerned, that agreeably to a resolution of the Commissioners of the Sinking Fund, the principal of the eight per cent stock will be reimbursed to the respective proprietors thereof, on the 1st day of January 1809.
ALBERT GALLATIN,
Secretary of the Treasury
new 1180.
May 12.
LOAN OFFICE, STATE OF VIRGINIA, JUNE,
8, 1807.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN,
THAT, in conformity with the provisions of the act supplementary to the act, entitled "An act making provision for the redemption of the whole of the public debt of the United States," books will be opened at the office of the commissioner of loans for the state of Virginia, on the 1st day of July next, to continue open until the seventeenth day of March, 1808, inclusively, the fourteen last days of each quarter excepted, for the purpose of receiving subscriptions for such parts of the old six per cent. deferred six per cent. and three per cent. stock, as may, on the day of subscription, stand on the books of the said commissioner of loans.
Those proprietors of the old six per cent. and deferred stock, who may subscribe, will receive in lieu thereof a new six per cent. stock, equal to the unredeemed amount of the stock surrendered, redeemable at the pleasure of the United States, under a proviso however, that no reimbursement shall be made except for the whole amount of any such new certificate of stock, nor till after six months previous notice: and the proprietors of the three per cent. stock who may subscribe, will receive in lieu thereof, a six per cent. stock, equal to sixty-five per cent. of the amount of three per cent. surrendered, redeemable in the same manner as the new six per cent. above mentioned, but not redeemable however, without the assent of the holders, until after the whole of the new six per cent. (given in exchange for old six or deferred as above mentioned), as well as the whole of the eight per cent. stock of the United States, shall have been reimbursed. It is also provided that in every reimbursement which may take place, a preference will be given to those creditors who may notify their wish to be reimbursed; and that if the applications to that effect shall at any time either exceed or fall short of the sum then applicable to that purpose, the priority of payment shall, so far as may be necessary, be determined by lot.
The present stock-holders who reside in any part of Europe, and may assent to that modification, may, at their option, receive the interest accruing on the new stock, either in the United States as heretofore, or in London, or Amsterdam, at par: in which last case, the interest will be paid there by the bankers of the United States, six months subsequent to the day, on which the same would be payable in the United States, and subject to no variation; nor to any other deduction than a commission to the bankers, of one half per cent. on the interest thus paid.
JOHN PAGE, Commissioner of Loans.
NOTICE.
Proprietors of 1000 dollars nominal six per cent. stock, subscribed before the 1st October, 1807, will be entitled to receive,
If subscribed between the 1st October, and 31st December, 1807, 649 62 of new six.
between the 1st January, and 17th March, 1808, 619 03 —
Proprietors of 1000 dollars nominal deferred, subscribed before the 1st October, 1807, will be entitled to receive,
If subscribed between the 1st October, and 31st December, 1807, 855 78 —
between the 1st January, and 17th March, 1808, 831 42 —
Being the unredeemed amount of the old stock on the 1st July, and October, 1807, and 1st January, 1808, respectively.
Proprietors of 1000 dollars three per cent. stock will be entitled to receive 650 dollars of new six.
J. P. Com's L'ns. oad9m.
June 10,
In pursuance of a Decree in Chancery, made by the Court of the U. S. for the 5th circuit, in the district of Virginia, at the Nov. term, in the year 1803, we shall expose to Public Auction, at the time and place hereinafter mentioned:
TWO TRACTS, in the county of Goochland, one on Beaver Dam creek, containing 9 hundred acres; and the other called Little-Island, containing ten acres, at Goochland C. house, on the court day thereof, on the 17th day of August, 1807. The dower of the widow of Wm. Ronald, will be first deducted, and the conditions, on which the said land are directed under the said decree, will appear therein and will be communicated on the day of sale. The terms of payment will be as follows—one fourth of the purchase money to be paid in cash, and the remaining three fourths in three equal instalments of six, twelve and eighteen months credit. In all other respects the aforesaid decree will be pursued.
WM. BERKELEY, JOSIAH ELLIS, WM. MANN, Commissioners.
June 20.
ROYSTER & BOHANNAN.
Respectfully inform their friends and the public generally, that they have just received a general assortment of
GROCERIES,
which they will sell low for cash, country produce, or good acceptances in town:
—AMONGST WHICH ARE—
BROWN Sugar in bar- } Madeira, rals and hides. } Sherry, Loaf, do. do. } Lisbon, Coffee in barrels and } Malaga, bags, Imperial } Young Hyson } TEAS, Hyson Skin } Pepper, Pimento, Nutmegs, Antigua } RUM, W. India, N. England, Molasses in hds. & bks. } Whiskey in ditto, Sack Salt, Crates ware assorted, Leeper's Snuff, Hibbert's brown Stout, and Porter, June 24.
By the Subscriber, three dozen below the market price, 25 Hds or CIDER VINEGAR,
OF superior quality, which will be disposed of, on moderate terms, by wholesale and retail.
SAMUEL WHITE.
May 19.
A STRAY HORSE.
Came to Col. John Taylor's plantation, in Caroline, on the 26th day of May last.
A BAY HORSE, about 4 feet 5 inches high, 3 or 4 years old, a star in his forehead, and a snip inclining to the right nostril, a switch tail and long mane, polled and appraised at 40 dollars. The owner is notified to prove property, and apply to the subscriber, on the above plantation.
JOHN HILL.
July 28.
CORN, PORK, &c.
ABOUT 400 BARRELS
FLINT CORN, weighing 58 and 59 lb. per bushel,
40 barrels prime New-York PORK,
20 barrels liver OIL,
20 kegs FF AMERICAN GUNPOWDER,
ROLLING CLOTH, GERMAN STEEL & GRIND-STONES,
With a general assortment of
HARDWARE and IRONMONGERY—For sale by
BREAME & FOLLET.
July 14.
Tobacco Land for Sale.
In Amherst County, on Horley's Creek—508 acres of
RICH TOBACCO LAND, formerly the property of Mr. Daniel Warwick, and known by the name of Wincanton.
This Land has the advantage of lying on the main road leading from Amherst Court-House to Waugh's Ferry, on James-River,
a valuable stand for a country Store, with a framed house for that purpose, and sufficiently large, having two rooms below and two above stairs, with a good brick chimney and well-underslung with brick.
Also, a Lumber-House, sixteen feet square, with a cellar of its full size, walled up with stone.
There is also a Taylor and Saddler's Shop, and other out Houses.
Likewise a tolerable good Dwelling-House, with three Rooms below and two above stairs, a Kitchen, Dairy, and other out Houses within a mile of the Store, suitable for a private family.
This Tract of Land is only seven miles from Bethel, where there is an inspection of Tobacco, and within eighteen miles of Lynchburg.
As it is presumed no person will be inclined to purchase without viewing the premises; they will be shown by Messrs. Taliaferro and Loring, who live within a few miles of Wincanton, and are fully empowered to make sale, and the terms of payment may be known from them, as also on application to
THOMAS GILLIAT.
Richmond, June 20.
The above Tract of Land and improvements will be offered for sale at Amherst Court House, on Monday the 17th day of August next, (being court day.) on a credit of one, two and three years, if punctually paid, if not, to carry interest from day of sale.
A deed of trust will be required on the premises or satisfactory security for punctual payment.
N. B. There are 100 acres of James River Low-Grounds.
NOTICE.
THE debtors to the late firm of GILLIAT and KIRBY, are hereby informed that Thomas Gilliat alone is empowered to receive payment of all the debts due to that concern.
All persons having demands against them, are requested to apply to Thomas Gilliat, and those indebted to the firm, are earnestly requested to come forward without delay and discharge their respective debts.
For JOHN GILLIAT, AND SELF, THOMAS GILLIAT, JAMES KIRBY.
May 29.
NOTICE.
ALL persons having claims against the estate of JOHN MCCREDIE, dec'd. or of GEORGE MCCREDIE, dec'd. are desired to call on the subscriber for settlement, who is duly authorized as administrator of the former and executor of the latter: and all persons indebted to either of the said estates, are requested to make immediate payment.
J. PENN. ep4w.
July 17.
ROCKINGHAM SPRINGS, VIRGINIA.
The subscribers have opened a HOUSE of ENTERTAINMENT, at the Rockingham Springs, about four miles from Harrisonburg and two from Kernstown,
WHERE they will use their best endeavors to render the place comfortable to such as may think proper to visit it.
For two years past, these springs, have been occasionally attended by invalids and although no accommodations within a convenient distance to the Spring could be had; yet it may be said with truth, that many received considerable benefit.
The terms of boarding and lodging will be, for Gentlemen and Ladies three dollars and 50 cents per week—for Children and Servants one dollar and seventy-five cents—pasturage for Horses 25 cts per week.
Gentlemen may purchase Grain in the neighborhood, or it will be furnished at a reasonable rate by the subscribers.
HENRY OVERLEY, JONATHAN TAYLOR.
July 1.
FOR SALE.
TWO TENEMENTS, nearly opposite the Bell-Tavern, containing 42 feet front and 90 deep,
at present occupied by Samuel Bell and Wm. Sanderson.
Also a LOT, on the cross street leading from the Bell-Tavern, containing 28 feet front and 40 deep.
One third cash will be required, and 6 and 12 months for the balance.
I am authorised to sell a BRICK HOUSE on Shockoe-Hill, conveniently situated for a family, for which good bonds will be taken.
THOS. NORVELL.
June 27.
FOR SALE,
175 Tons Liverpool Sieved Salt,
80 Do. Do. Common Do.
50 Pieces Sacking,
50 Crates well assorted Earthen Ware,
On board the Ship Vigilant, Capt. Bofworth, at Bermuda Hundred. Apply to,
WM. BROWN & Co.
July 8.
FOR SALE,
By EDWARD HALLAM,
THREE Hundred Barrels good merchantable CORN.
Also, a few Thousand Wt. Salt Petred BACON. July 1.
FOR SALE,
A LIKELY MALE SERVANT, who can come well recommended. For further particulars enquire of the Printer. July 15.
WASHINGTON TAVERN!
ODEN & MOORE have taken the WASHINGTON TAVERN, adjoining the Capitol Square, lately occupied by EDWARD HALLAM.
At considerable expense, they have provided themselves with excellent accommodations for their friends, and invite their's and the public patronage.
They are determined to keep as good a table and as genteel an Inn as any in Richmond—Furnished ROOMS, adjoining the Tavern, and every necessary attendance, for families travelling.—Both the Co-partners having been well-versed in this business, flatter themselves with the expectation of rendering general satisfaction.
Richmond, February 17.
THE SUBSCRIBERS
HAVE JUST RECEIVED A SUPPLY OF
COLOGNE MILL-STONES,
OF DIFFERENT SIZES,
WHICH will be disposed of for CASH or approved negotiable Notes at 60 days.
TAYLOR & BROWN.
June 10.
WILLIAM HART,
OPPOSITE THE SCALE-HOUSE,
—HAS JUST RECEIVED,—
5000 wt. Salt Petred Bacon,
9000 wt. Copperas,
30 Boxes Liverpool Pipes,
30 Barrels Shad.
And has on hand,
Real Cogniac Brandy,
French, Peach & Apple Brandy,
Antigua, W. Island and N. England Rum,
Gin, Whiskey, C. Bounce, &c.
Imperial & Young Hyson.
All of which he will sell at the lowest ready money prices, or exchange for country produce. July 14.
TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS REWARD.
Ran away from the subscriber, living near New-Castle, in the lower end of this county, on the 27th of March last,
NEGRO MAN BILLY, about 50 years of age, of rather a delicate form, a little inclined to a yellowish complexion, and considerably marked in the face with the small pox—his hair rather inclines to be bushy, this is not very long—he is a fellow of good understanding, a well informed mind, and very pious in his manner—he speaks rather quick & pert, and has a disposition to be very polite.
He no doubt will attempt to change his appearance, by altering his name, changing his hair for a wig, &c.
He is pretty well known in most parts of this state, as well as in the Carolinas and Georgia, as the waitingman and fiddler of Mr. Nicholas M. Johnson, of whom I purchased him.
His wife lives in Richmond, where he has frequently been since his escape, and he has also been a part of his time in Petersburg, and his wife has a daughter, a free woman, living in Norfolk, where it is probable he has been also—though having no general acquaintance, there is no knowing where he will seek himself.
I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver the said runaway to me, in Hanover. P. STREET.
June 10.
S. JACOBS,
Being about to decline the DRY GOOD business, (in which he has been engaged for some time,) requests all those indebted to him to make payment, as justs will be instituted against all delinquents at the August term: and if any have claims against him, they shall be paid on being presented.
—Lately received a well selected assortment of—
GOODS,
Suited to the present and approaching season which will be sold at the lowest possible price,
—AMONG WHICH ARE—
LADIES Kid and Morocco Shoes, belt quality, 2 bales Mowfannas, 2 Do. Coffas, 1 Do. fine blue Cotton, 1 Do. Checks, 3 Do. blue Gilly Handk'rs, Elegant cotton and thread, Laces, July 7. Fancy and Leno Muffins and Veils, Check'd Silks, Shawls & Habit Shirts, Hosiery, Gloves & Calicoes, Cotton & Silk Umbrellas, Superfine and common Cloths, &c. &c. Gun Powder by the Keg.
July 24.
DR. THOMAS B. W. GRAY,
RESPECTFULLY informs the public that he intends to practice Phyic, Surgery and Midwifery at Tappahannock, and hopes that by an unremitting attention to all the duties in the different departments of his profession, he will give general satisfaction, and merit the confidence and patronage of all those who may please to consult him.
He also proposes to keep constantly for sale, and upon moderate terms, the various medicines which are generally known and used. July 8.
FOR SALE,
THAT well known Tavern, in the town of Charlottesville, Albemarle County, formerly the property of Isaac Miller, and now in the occupancy of Mr. Triplett T. Etles, consisting of an elegant two story House, sixty feet by forty feet, in excellent repair; in which there are on the first floor, four Rooms, a large and commodious bar, and a passage through the centre of the building, eighteen feet wide.
On the second floor, eight lodging Rooms, four of which are sufficiently large for the accommodation of travelling families.