The enquirer (Richmond, Va.), 1807-08-25 00:00:00

The Enquirer.
The Enquirer.
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE.....AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.....(PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
PUBLISHED BY THOMAS RITCHIE, OPPOSITE THE POST-OFFICE.....AT FIVE DOLLARS PER ANNUM.....(PAYABLE IN ADVANCE.)
VOLUME 4.]
VOLUME 4.]
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, AUGUST 25, 1807.
RICHMOND, TUESDAY MORNING, AUGUST 25, 1807.
[NUMBER 31.]
[NUMBER 31.]
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK.....101.
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK.....101.
Richmond Prices Current.
Richmond Prices Current.
   D. G.     TOBACCO, : : : : : 4 3/4 6 00   WHEAT, NEW, : : : : 92 100   FLOUR—SUPERFINE, NEW, : 5 5 50   CORN, PER BARREL, : : : 4 00   BACON PER LB. : : : : 16   BAR IRON—PER TON, : : : 110 120   HEMP—PER TON, : : : : 200 210   WHISKEY—PER GALLON, : : : 54  
   D. G.     TOBACCO, : : : : : 4 3/4 6 00   WHEAT, NEW, : : : : 92 100   FLOUR—SUPERFINE, NEW, : 5 5 50   CORN, PER BARREL, : : : 4 00   BACON PER LB. : : : : 16   BAR IRON—PER TON, : : : 110 120   HEMP—PER TON, : : : : 200 210   WHISKEY—PER GALLON, : : : 54  
FOR LONDON, THE NEW COPPER FASTENED SHIP, POWHATAN. WILLIAM COTTLE, MASTER, Burthen about 500 Bds. 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, ap- ply to Mr. Edmund W. Rootes, Richmond, or NASII & MUNROE, Peterburg. August 4. 4w.
FOR LONDON, THE NEW COPPER FASTENED SHIP, POWHATAN. WILLIAM COTTLE, MASTER, Burthen about 500 Bds. 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, ap- ply to Mr. Edmund W. Rootes, Richmond, or NASII & MUNROE, Peterburg. August 4. 4w.
Sales at Auction.
Sales at Auction.
WILL BE SOLD, On WEDNESDAY, the 26th of August, at five o'clock, P. M. THAT valuable tract of WOODLAND, lying on the Williamsburg road, in the county of Henrico, about three miles from the city of Richmond, near the plantation of Alexander George, eq. which was formerly owned by George Nicholson of said county, deceased, containing two hundred and fifty acres. Also, a number of LOTS, or parcels of Ground, sit- uate at Rocketts, in the city of Richmond, and dis- tinguished by numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8, in the plat thereof, which are not less valuable than in- viting in situation. Also, one SHARE in the James River Canal Company. The above specified estate is the same which was devised to William Nicholson, by the last will and testament of George Nicholson, deceased—and will be sold, without reserve, at Rocketts, on part of the above described premises. Terms of sale 3 cash, the balance payable at 60 & 90 days, for approved endorsed negotiable notes, at the bank of Virginia. PROSSER & MONCURE, Auctioneers. August 21. tdf.
WILL BE SOLD, On WEDNESDAY, the 26th of August, at five o'clock, P. M. THAT valuable tract of WOODLAND, lying on the Williamsburg road, in the county of Henrico, about three miles from the city of Richmond, near the plantation of Alexander George, eq. which was formerly owned by George Nicholson of said county, deceased, containing two hundred and fifty acres. Also, a number of LOTS, or parcels of Ground, sit- uate at Rocketts, in the city of Richmond, and dis- tinguished by numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8, in the plat thereof, which are not less valuable than in- viting in situation. Also, one SHARE in the James River Canal Company. The above specified estate is the same which was devised to William Nicholson, by the last will and testament of George Nicholson, deceased—and will be sold, without reserve, at Rocketts, on part of the above described premises. Terms of sale 3 cash, the balance payable at 60 & 90 days, for approved endorsed negotiable notes, at the bank of Virginia. PROSSER & MONCURE, Auctioneers. August 21. tdf.
Sales at Auction.
Sales at Auction.
WILL BE SOLD, By the subscribers, at their VENDUE OFFICE, on THURSDAY, the 2nd Sept. without reserve, for approved endorsed notes, payable the 25th of March next, 1808. ONE elegant imported CHARIOT, with new plated harness, and 3 COACHES with Har- ness. PROSSER & MONCURE. 2d & 11th Sept. August 21.
WILL BE SOLD, By the subscribers, at their VENDUE OFFICE, on THURSDAY, the 2nd Sept. without reserve, for approved endorsed notes, payable the 25th of March next, 1808. ONE elegant imported CHARIOT, with new plated harness, and 3 COACHES with Har- ness. PROSSER & MONCURE. 2d & 11th Sept. August 21.
Sales at Auction.
Sales at Auction.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed to me by Miss Davis and Mary Isie, bearing date the 4th of March, 1807, to secure the punctual payment of three thousand four hundred and sixty-five dollars, ex- pressed in said deed, and by consent of said Davis, will be sold on Tuesday the first of September, on the prem- >
  ises. NINE valuable LOTS, formerly the property of Mr. Thos. Pulling, in the valley and on the street leading from the Market to Duvals village, to- gether with the improvements thereon, consisting of a very large and convenient Dwelling House with a kitchen, &c. The above property is very valuable, inferior to none in the valley, and well worth the attention of any person inclined to own property in that part of the town. One third of the purchase money will be re- quired in hand, and for the remaining two thirds, a credit of 6 and 12 months will be given, a deed will be made the purchasers on their giving notes with a deed of trust, to secure the two last payments. GEORGE W. SMITH, Trustee. August 21. tdf.
By virtue of a Deed of Trust, executed to me by Miss Davis and Mary Isie, bearing date the 4th of March, 1807, to secure the punctual payment of three thousand four hundred and sixty-five dollars, ex- pressed in said deed, and by consent of said Davis, will be sold on Tuesday the first of September, on the prem- >
  ises. NINE valuable LOTS, formerly the property of Mr. Thos. Pulling, in the valley and on the street leading from the Market to Duvals village, to- gether with the improvements thereon, consisting of a very large and convenient Dwelling House with a kitchen, &c. The above property is very valuable, inferior to none in the valley, and well worth the attention of any person inclined to own property in that part of the town. One third of the purchase money will be re- quired in hand, and for the remaining two thirds, a credit of 6 and 12 months will be given, a deed will be made the purchasers on their giving notes with a deed of trust, to secure the two last payments. GEORGE W. SMITH, Trustee. August 21. tdf.
Found the 2nd of this month (August) at my tavern door by a servant man, A FIFTY Dollar BANK NOTE, which the ow- ner may have by paying for this advertisement. WILSON DAVIS. Smithfield, August 21. 2t.
Found the 2nd of this month (August) at my tavern door by a servant man, A FIFTY Dollar BANK NOTE, which the ow- ner may have by paying for this advertisement. WILSON DAVIS. Smithfield, August 21. 2t.
VIRGINIA, TO WIT: At a Clancery District Court, held in the City of Wil- Hamburg, the 23rd day of April, 1807. Robert Edwards, and Priscilla his Wife, Pliffs. against James Ewell and Ann Robertson, execu- } Defts. tors of Andrew Robertson. THE defendant James Ewell, not having enter- ed his appearance and given security according to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the court that he is not an inhabitant of this country, on the motion of the pliffs, by their counsel; It is ordered, that the said defendant do ap- pear here on the fourth day of October term next, and answer the bill of the pliffs, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper of the City of Richmond, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the former Capitol in this City. A Copy, Teste, ANTY ROBINSON, c. c. July 17. ep2m.
VIRGINIA, TO WIT: At a Clancery District Court, held in the City of Wil- Hamburg, the 23rd day of April, 1807. Robert Edwards, and Priscilla his Wife, Pliffs. against James Ewell and Ann Robertson, execu- } Defts. tors of Andrew Robertson. THE defendant James Ewell, not having enter- ed his appearance and given security according to the act of Assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the court that he is not an inhabitant of this country, on the motion of the pliffs, by their counsel; It is ordered, that the said defendant do ap- pear here on the fourth day of October term next, and answer the bill of the pliffs, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper of the City of Richmond, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the former Capitol in this City. A Copy, Teste, ANTY ROBINSON, c. c. July 17. ep2m.
On the first Saturday in September next, will be sold, on the premises, to the highest bidder, that valuable
On the first Saturday in September next, will be sold, on the premises, to the highest bidder, that valuable
TRACT OF LAND. FORMERLY the property of Owen Lewis, dec'd. Situated in the county of Albemarle, on Potomac 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 ap- ple 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 se- curity, 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. ep6t.
TRACT OF LAND. FORMERLY the property of Owen Lewis, dec'd. Situated in the county of Albemarle, on Potomac 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 ap- ple 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 se- curity, 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. ep6t.
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. tf.
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. tf.
TO BE SOLD, FOR READY MONEY. In pursuance of a Deed of Trust, from David Ross, Esq. bearing date on the 5th day of July, 1806, and recorded in the general court, in order to raise the sum of 57,768 25-100 dollars, and interest due on sundry bonds, to Granberry and Hancock and to Littleton Waller Tazewell, and a well, and a further sum of 10,000 dollars, and upwards, with interest due also on sundry bonds, to the said Granberry and Hancock, and the charges and expenses of sale: THOSE well known MILLS with the appur- tenances in the city of Richmond, called the Co- lumbian Mills. Two undivided third parts of the Deep Run Coal Pits, in the county of Henrico, con- taining about 1750 acres or less. Two undivided third parts of the Falling Creek Coal Pits in the county of Chesterfield, containing about one hundred acres. Two undivided third parts of the Deyver Coal Lands in the county of Goochland, containing about ninety acres, which three several tracts of Coal Land were held in partnership between the said David Ross and James Currie, dec'd. Also all that tract or parcel of Land in the county of Goochland, known by the name of Goochland court-house, containing about fifteen hundred acres more or less; Also twelve hun- dred acres of Land in Goochland county, called How- ards Neck, before pledged to Gallego and Gilson, for a debt due to them and secured by Deed of trust, bear- ing date on the 24th day of May, 1806, and record- ed in the general court. The Columbian Mills & appurtenances, are subject to a ground rent to Samuel Overton; and the said Mills and the two tracts of Coal Land, first mention- ed, are pledged for the security of sundry sums of mo- ney, due to Mrs. Frances Tabb and Wm. B. Giles, ad- ministrators of John Tabb, deceased—a large propor- tion of which, is stated by the said Ross to have been paid, & other estates are pledged for the balance. For further information on this subject, persons inclined to purchase, are referred to the said Ross, or it may be obtained on application to the subscribers. The greater part of the debt due to P. Gibson, and secured by Deed of trust above mentioned, bearing date the 24th day of May, 1806, has been paid, there being now a balance due him of only 1254 dls. 75-100 with some arrears of interest; a particular statement of which will be exhibited on the day of sale. The sales will take place at the Eagle-tavern, on Tuesday the 15th day of September next. E. W. ROOTES, } Trustees. WILSON ALLEN, } tdf. July 11.
TO BE SOLD, FOR READY MONEY. In pursuance of a Deed of Trust, from David Ross, Esq. bearing date on the 5th day of July, 1806, and recorded in the general court, in order to raise the sum of 57,768 25-100 dollars, and interest due on sundry bonds, to Granberry and Hancock and to Littleton Waller Tazewell, and a well, and a further sum of 10,000 dollars, and upwards, with interest due also on sundry bonds, to the said Granberry and Hancock, and the charges and expenses of sale: THOSE well known MILLS with the appur- tenances in the city of Richmond, called the Co- lumbian Mills. Two undivided third parts of the Deep Run Coal Pits, in the county of Henrico, con- taining about 1750 acres or less. Two undivided third parts of the Falling Creek Coal Pits in the county of Chesterfield, containing about one hundred acres. Two undivided third parts of the Deyver Coal Lands in the county of Goochland, containing about ninety acres, which three several tracts of Coal Land were held in partnership between the said David Ross and James Currie, dec'd. Also all that tract or parcel of Land in the county of Goochland, known by the name of Goochland court-house, containing about fifteen hundred acres more or less; Also twelve hun- dred acres of Land in Goochland county, called How- ards Neck, before pledged to Gallego and Gilson, for a debt due to them and secured by Deed of trust, bear- ing date on the 24th day of May, 1806, and record- ed in the general court. The Columbian Mills & appurtenances, are subject to a ground rent to Samuel Overton; and the said Mills and the two tracts of Coal Land, first mention- ed, are pledged for the security of sundry sums of mo- ney, due to Mrs. Frances Tabb and Wm. B. Giles, ad- ministrators of John Tabb, deceased—a large propor- tion of which, is stated by the said Ross to have been paid, & other estates are pledged for the balance. For further information on this subject, persons inclined to purchase, are referred to the said Ross, or it may be obtained on application to the subscribers. The greater part of the debt due to P. Gibson, and secured by Deed of trust above mentioned, bearing date the 24th day of May, 1806, has been paid, there being now a balance due him of only 1254 dls. 75-100 with some arrears of interest; a particular statement of which will be exhibited on the day of sale. The sales will take place at the Eagle-tavern, on Tuesday the 15th day of September next. E. W. ROOTES, } Trustees. WILSON ALLEN, } tdf. July 11.
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 occu- pancy 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 na- ture 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. ep6w. August 8.
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 occu- pancy 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 na- ture 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. ep6w. August 8.
Europe.
Europe.
LATE AND IMPORTANT.
LATE AND IMPORTANT.
BOSTON, August 14.
BOSTON, August 14.
Of the French victory of the 14th of June, the London papers contain the same account furnished by the Paris papers, as brought to that city by the Prince Borghese. They also state a rumour, that on the 15th of June, Bonaparte followed up his victory of the preceding day, by successfully nearly annihilated the re- remains of the Russian army; but if we may cre- dit a letter from Konigsberg, nothing extraor- dinary was done from the 14th to the 17th of June, when that city still remained in the hands of the Prussians: and as the Russians have been stated to have a large corps of reserve, other important battles may be expected before the fate of Europe is decided—although there is lit- tle room for the British to hope the result will be agreeable to their wishes. There is no rum- our of negotiations. The accounts we have had of the successes of the Turks over the Russians, are contradic- ted by the British Editors, and a report is gi- ven of an important inroad into Constantin- ople. The news of the British misfortunes in E- gypt had reached London; but it is still in- tended to endeavour to retain possession of that country. The late ministers have tauntingly inquired of the present, whether they mean to pursue a less conciliatory course with respect to neutrals, than that which they censured? The answer has been "no;" but what might not be right at first, it might afterwards be best to adhere to. Sir John Duckworth is to hoist his flag in the Channel Fleet, as second in command. Great Britain and the United States.—The late papers show that the present British Minis- ters are anxious for the preservation of peace with America. Report states, that negotiati- on on the return treaty was in favorable train; but we should imagine our Envoys would feel ob- liged to wait for the particular instructions sent by Mr. Parvin in the Wasp. Strength of Ministry. On a motion respecting the King's Speech in the House of Lords, the number in favour of the new Ministry was 160, against them 67—in the Commons, 350 to 155.
Of the French victory of the 14th of June, the London papers contain the same account furnished by the Paris papers, as brought to that city by the Prince Borghese. They also state a rumour, that on the 15th of June, Bonaparte followed up his victory of the preceding day, by successfully nearly annihilated the re- remains of the Russian army; but if we may cre- dit a letter from Konigsberg, nothing extraor- dinary was done from the 14th to the 17th of June, when that city still remained in the hands of the Prussians: and as the Russians have been stated to have a large corps of reserve, other important battles may be expected before the fate of Europe is decided—although there is lit- tle room for the British to hope the result will be agreeable to their wishes. There is no rum- our of negotiations. The accounts we have had of the successes of the Turks over the Russians, are contradic- ted by the British Editors, and a report is gi- ven of an important inroad into Constantin- ople. The news of the British misfortunes in E- gypt had reached London; but it is still in- tended to endeavour to retain possession of that country. The late ministers have tauntingly inquired of the present, whether they mean to pursue a less conciliatory course with respect to neutrals, than that which they censured? The answer has been "no;" but what might not be right at first, it might afterwards be best to adhere to. Sir John Duckworth is to hoist his flag in the Channel Fleet, as second in command. Great Britain and the United States.—The late papers show that the present British Minis- ters are anxious for the preservation of peace with America. Report states, that negotiati- on on the return treaty was in favorable train; but we should imagine our Envoys would feel ob- liged to wait for the particular instructions sent by Mr. Parvin in the Wasp. Strength of Ministry. On a motion respecting the King's Speech in the House of Lords, the number in favour of the new Ministry was 160, against them 67—in the Commons, 350 to 155.
VIENNA, June 6.
VIENNA, June 6.
The Court Gazette of this day contains the following from T. Key:— "The Grand Vizier proceeded with his ad- vanced guard, on the 4th of May, from Ad- rianople, towards the Danube." "On this occasion the fort of Inverness manifested itself among the troops. On the 8th of May, Hussein Effendi, Director-General for provisioning the army, was mortally wounded in the middle of the camp; the treasurer would have shared the same fate, had he not saved himself by flight. Kaiti, Pasha of Congo, was also mortally wounded by his troops, while upon the march; he was one of the strongest advocates for the new European tactics." "The late advantage of the Servians have displeased the Porte in the utmost degree, and in a sitting of the Divan, on the 11th of May,
The Court Gazette of this day contains the following from T. Key:— "The Grand Vizier proceeded with his ad- vanced guard, on the 4th of May, from Ad- rianople, towards the Danube." "On this occasion the fort of Inverness manifested itself among the troops. On the 8th of May, Hussein Effendi, Director-General for provisioning the army, was mortally wounded in the middle of the camp; the treasurer would have shared the same fate, had he not saved himself by flight. Kaiti, Pasha of Congo, was also mortally wounded by his troops, while upon the march; he was one of the strongest advocates for the new European tactics." "The late advantage of the Servians have displeased the Porte in the utmost degree, and in a sitting of the Divan, on the 11th of May,
it was determined to spare neither age nor sex among those rebels; those that remain after bat- tle, are to be made slaves."
it was determined to spare neither age nor sex among those rebels; those that remain after bat- tle, are to be made slaves."
HAMBURG, June 20.
HAMBURG, June 20.
Extra of a letter from Konigsberg. We dread every moment the arrival of the French here—Every one is prepared for flight. The most valuable effects and papers of admin- istration are packed up. Exertions are mak- ing to collect vessels to carry off the great num- ber of sick and wounded who are here. The Queen set out this morning at break of day for Memel. Our King is with the Emperor of Russia, at Tilit, upon the Niemen. In the course of the last month the ratifica- tions were exchanged in the Palace of govern- ment, of the different treaties by which the houses of Anhalt, Schwarzbarg von Lippe, Reuss and Waldeck, have acceded to the Rhen- nish confederacy. French pop.
Extra of a letter from Konigsberg. We dread every moment the arrival of the French here—Every one is prepared for flight. The most valuable effects and papers of admin- istration are packed up. Exertions are mak- ing to collect vessels to carry off the great num- ber of sick and wounded who are here. The Queen set out this morning at break of day for Memel. Our King is with the Emperor of Russia, at Tilit, upon the Niemen. In the course of the last month the ratifica- tions were exchanged in the Palace of govern- ment, of the different treaties by which the houses of Anhalt, Schwarzbarg von Lippe, Reuss and Waldeck, have acceded to the Rhen- nish confederacy. French pop.
LONDON, June 23.
LONDON, June 23.
The expedition has failed; and as a senti- ment denouncing the absurdity of so devoting our force, is as generally as we believe it to be correctly entertained, we shall say no more a- bout it, but join in the solemn wishes of the country that it may return in safety. In this wish, however, we do not include the Hanoverians—not that we wish they should fall into the hands of the French through a fug, or any such accident, and thereby probably be converted into enemies, but we cannot forbear expressing a wish that these whilom gentle- men may never more honour us with their pre- sence. If they are to be employed any where, it would be perhaps better that they were sent where there is less chance of their falling into the hands of the enemy, since an opinion does seem, some how or other, to prevail among us, that they might become more active and more dangerous to us under the command of Bona- parte, than they can possibly be serviceable un- der that of the Duke of York; and it is sup- posed that they would smoke their pipes as con- tentedly under the trees of the Thuilleries, as beneath the shade of those in St. James's. The objection to the Hanoverians is by no means lessened from the allegiance which they owe to his Majesty as Elector of Hanover (a title which it might be matter of congratulation with the public, should we never more have occasion to recognize; and any parliamentary compensation to his Majesty we would willingly subscribe to, rather than allow this bait to continental France to be again upheld to us.) Lord Cathcart took leave of His Majesty pre- vious to his leaving England to take the com- mand of the army on the continent. The Duke de Berri sets off for Strasburg im- mediately. The Duke of Orleans will also pro- ceed in a few days to the Russian army. June 20.
The expedition has failed; and as a senti- ment denouncing the absurdity of so devoting our force, is as generally as we believe it to be correctly entertained, we shall say no more a- bout it, but join in the solemn wishes of the country that it may return in safety. In this wish, however, we do not include the Hanoverians—not that we wish they should fall into the hands of the French through a fug, or any such accident, and thereby probably be converted into enemies, but we cannot forbear expressing a wish that these whilom gentle- men may never more honour us with their pre- sence. If they are to be employed any where, it would be perhaps better that they were sent where there is less chance of their falling into the hands of the enemy, since an opinion does seem, some how or other, to prevail among us, that they might become more active and more dangerous to us under the command of Bona- parte, than they can possibly be serviceable un- der that of the Duke of York; and it is sup- posed that they would smoke their pipes as con- tentedly under the trees of the Thuilleries, as beneath the shade of those in St. James's. The objection to the Hanoverians is by no means lessened from the allegiance which they owe to his Majesty as Elector of Hanover (a title which it might be matter of congratulation with the public, should we never more have occasion to recognize; and any parliamentary compensation to his Majesty we would willingly subscribe to, rather than allow this bait to continental France to be again upheld to us.) Lord Cathcart took leave of His Majesty pre- vious to his leaving England to take the com- mand of the army on the continent. The Duke de Berri sets off for Strasburg im- mediately. The Duke of Orleans will also pro- ceed in a few days to the Russian army. June 20.
The fact of a general engagement being plac- ed beyond all doubt, our only hope is, that the extent of the loss sustained by our Al- lies is exaggerated, but we are not without our fears that Napoleon has gained a signal victory. The Russians, besides the army lately collected on the Pregel, and which, according to these accounts, has been defeated by the French, have, it is said, an army of reserve, of suffi- cient strength to be still able to present a most formidable resistance to the enemy. This may be true; but if the army under Benningsen has been destroyed, we should still perform our duty to our country, did we not call upon her to prepare for a contest "single handed" with the conqueror of the Continent.
The fact of a general engagement being plac- ed beyond all doubt, our only hope is, that the extent of the loss sustained by our Al- lies is exaggerated, but we are not without our fears that Napoleon has gained a signal victory. The Russians, besides the army lately collected on the Pregel, and which, according to these accounts, has been defeated by the French, have, it is said, an army of reserve, of suffi- cient strength to be still able to present a most formidable resistance to the enemy. This may be true; but if the army under Benningsen has been destroyed, we should still perform our duty to our country, did we not call upon her to prepare for a contest "single handed" with the conqueror of the Continent.
The serious crisis with which we are now threatened shews in strong colours the folly, not to give it a worse name, of our great state- men waiting their energies in party disputes, while but one foul should actuate the country, when all parties, of all ranks, of all religious sects, should be conciliated and engaged in the defence of the country. Very different powers from those necessary for the management of place-hunting parties must be called into action, if our country is to be saved from the over- whelming ruin with which other states have been visited. But strange as it may appear, hi- story shews that states seldom act like individu- als—The latter can profit by experience—the former, on the contrary, generally put all ex- perience at defiance as to any practical benefit that ought to be derived from it, till the dye is cast, and the remedy beyond reach. May this curie be averted from our common country!
The serious crisis with which we are now threatened shews in strong colours the folly, not to give it a worse name, of our great state- men waiting their energies in party disputes, while but one foul should actuate the country, when all parties, of all ranks, of all religious sects, should be conciliated and engaged in the defence of the country. Very different powers from those necessary for the management of place-hunting parties must be called into action, if our country is to be saved from the over- whelming ruin with which other states have been visited. But strange as it may appear, hi- story shews that states seldom act like individu- als—The latter can profit by experience—the former, on the contrary, generally put all ex- perience at defiance as to any practical benefit that ought to be derived from it, till the dye is cast, and the remedy beyond reach. May this curie be averted from our common country!
LONDON, July 2.
LONDON, July 2.
Extract of a letter, dated Banks of the Elbe, June 24. "I have not been able to learn either the ex- act position of the Russian armies of reserve, or their force; but, I understand, there is one of 60,000 at least, sufficiently near to receive the retreating army; we may still, therefore, nourish the hope (it will not be sanguine or confident) that Russia is not vanquished."
Extract of a letter, dated Banks of the Elbe, June 24. "I have not been able to learn either the ex- act position of the Russian armies of reserve, or their force; but, I understand, there is one of 60,000 at least, sufficiently near to receive the retreating army; we may still, therefore, nourish the hope (it will not be sanguine or confident) that Russia is not vanquished."
"Yesterday information was received by the Duke of Mecklenburg, Schwerin, who resides at Altona, that his territory is declared neutral. The Duke is said to have joined the Rhenish Confederacy!"
"Yesterday information was received by the Duke of Mecklenburg, Schwerin, who resides at Altona, that his territory is declared neutral. The Duke is said to have joined the Rhenish Confederacy!"
"The Prussian troops in the island of Rugen, under General Blucher, are now in Pomerania. After the catastrophe which has taken place in East Prussia, we have lost all interest in what may occur in Pomerania. And the British ex- pedition, the non arrival of which several months ago has irreparably injured the English cause on the Continent, would now be heard of with indifference by its enemies, and with regret by regret by its friends."
"The Prussian troops in the island of Rugen, under General Blucher, are now in Pomerania. After the catastrophe which has taken place in East Prussia, we have lost all interest in what may occur in Pomerania. And the British ex- pedition, the non arrival of which several months ago has irreparably injured the English cause on the Continent, would now be heard of with indifference by its enemies, and with regret by regret by its friends."
"To conclude—There has issued from Stras- bourg a Proclamation or Address in French, in favour of Louis XVIII. King of France and Navarre! The white flag is hoisted, and all loyal Frenchmen are promised "une discipline paternelle et une folde plusque double, &c." This pay is also stated even to an odd farthing; and the uniform is carefully described—with a spe- cial note that deserters are to enquire for the regiment of the King of France, commanded by Mons. the Duke of Pierre."
"To conclude—There has issued from Stras- bourg a Proclamation or Address in French, in favour of Louis XVIII. King of France and Navarre! The white flag is hoisted, and all loyal Frenchmen are promised "une discipline paternelle et une folde plusque double, &c." This pay is also stated even to an odd farthing; and the uniform is carefully described—with a spe- cial note that deserters are to enquire for the regiment of the King of France, commanded by Mons. the Duke of Pierre."
"One o'clock, P. M. "A report is in general circulation, which, though I cannot trace it to any satisfactory au- thority, is so important, that I must relate it as I have received it. A revolution instigated by the Janissaries, is said to have taken place in Constantinople. It is further stated, that the Sultan, his son, and all the immediate Ministers, have fallen victims to the popular fury; and that the nephew of the late Sultan has been proclaimed successor."
"One o'clock, P. M. "A report is in general circulation, which, though I cannot trace it to any satisfactory au- thority, is so important, that I must relate it as I have received it. A revolution instigated by the Janissaries, is said to have taken place in Constantinople. It is further stated, that the Sultan, his son, and all the immediate Ministers, have fallen victims to the popular fury; and that the nephew of the late Sultan has been proclaimed successor."
"Others add, that the French minister Se- bastiani, and many French, are among the killed."
"Others add, that the French minister Se- bastiani, and many French, are among the killed."
"I understand, that 400 waggons have been put in requisition in order to transport the di- vision of Molitor and Boudet to East Prussia. This circumstance, and the silence of the Ham- burgh papers, this morning, has raised our spi- rits."
"I understand, that 400 waggons have been put in requisition in order to transport the di- vision of Molitor and Boudet to East Prussia. This circumstance, and the silence of the Ham- burgh papers, this morning, has raised our spi- rits."
"The intelligence of a revolution at Constanti- nople, received by the mail yesterday, is liable to much doubt. The report, however, was thought of sufficient consequence to be included in the dispatch of the British Envoy at Alto- na to Government. Some private letters from Hamburg go so far as to state, that peace had been offered to Great Britain and Russia, by the Porte; and that Sebastiani had been obliged to leave Constantinople, dreading the fury of the populace, which was vehemently directed against French influence."
"The intelligence of a revolution at Constanti- nople, received by the mail yesterday, is liable to much doubt. The report, however, was thought of sufficient consequence to be included in the dispatch of the British Envoy at Alto- na to Government. Some private letters from Hamburg go so far as to state, that peace had been offered to Great Britain and Russia, by the Porte; and that Sebastiani had been obliged to leave Constantinople, dreading the fury of the populace, which was vehemently directed against French influence."
"We have made some extracts relating to the military operation in the Turkish provinces. It appears from these that the official reports in the French papers of the victories obtained by the Turks over the Russians and Servians, are a tissue of falsehoods. So late as the end of May, the grand vizier had not been able to ad- vance further than Adrianople. His army was inconsiderable, insufficiently provided with arms, and in want of almost every necessary requisite for entering upon a campaign. The Russians, far from abandoning Wallachia, as it was stated, had advanced their head-quarters from Boucharest to the Danube. There was every probability that Widdien would be short- ly in their possession, as it was approached by a strong Russian corps on one side, while the Ser- vians were advancing in force against it from an opposite direction. We with the prospect in Poland was as cheering as it is on the banks of the Danube. As soon as the fortresses on that river shall have fallen, we shall be surprised if the war in that quarter continue a month after- wards."
"We have made some extracts relating to the military operation in the Turkish provinces. It appears from these that the official reports in the French papers of the victories obtained by the Turks over the Russians and Servians, are a tissue of falsehoods. So late as the end of May, the grand vizier had not been able to ad- vance further than Adrianople. His army was inconsiderable, insufficiently provided with arms, and in want of almost every necessary requisite for entering upon a campaign. The Russians, far from abandoning Wallachia, as it was stated, had advanced their head-quarters from Boucharest to the Danube. There was every probability that Widdien would be short- ly in their possession, as it was approached by a strong Russian corps on one side, while the Ser- vians were advancing in force against it from an opposite direction. We with the prospect in Poland was as cheering as it is on the banks of the Danube. As soon as the fortresses on that river shall have fallen, we shall be surprised if the war in that quarter continue a month after- wards."
"The meeting which took place between the King of Sweden and Brune was a most curious one. The spirited young Monarch had only in view the making an acquaintance with a French Marshal, and for that purpose desired Brune to meet him. Having been often tempted by Bona- parte, he thought he would now resort on one of his Marshals, merely for the purpose of vent- ing his abhorrence of the tyrant. Peace was quite out of the question, and the Marshal hav- ing been obliged to hear the most overwhelm- ing truths respecting his master, retired quite mortified and confounded. This statement may be depended on as a fact. Whenever, in the course of this conversation, Gullavus uttered Bonaparte's name, he each time exhaled. He even went so far as to say to Brune, "there is no honour to be got in your master's service. Come over with your Dutchmen into mine, and you shall find honour and bread."
"The meeting which took place between the King of Sweden and Brune was a most curious one. The spirited young Monarch had only in view the making an acquaintance with a French Marshal, and for that purpose desired Brune to meet him. Having been often tempted by Bona- parte, he thought he would now resort on one of his Marshals, merely for the purpose of vent- ing his abhorrence of the tyrant. Peace was quite out of the question, and the Marshal hav- ing been obliged to hear the most overwhelm- ing truths respecting his master, retired quite mortified and confounded. This statement may be depended on as a fact. Whenever, in the course of this conversation, Gullavus uttered Bonaparte's name, he each time exhaled. He even went so far as to say to Brune, "there is no honour to be got in your master's service. Come over with your Dutchmen into mine, and you shall find honour and bread."
July 2, Afternoon.
July 2, Afternoon.
3 o'clock. We have just been favoured with a fight of a letter from Konigsberg, of the 17th of June, received by a gentleman of the first re- spectability, on whom we can fully rely. It places the battle of the 14th in a very different point of view from the French account. So far from being defeated and in favour of the French, it states with confidence that the con- sequence of the battle, which was very bloody on both sides, will in the end be to the advan- tage of the allies! that only a part of the Rus- sian army was engaged; that they fell back as a matter of prudence, not from defeat; that many French prisoners were brought into Kon- igsberg on that day, and that at the departure of the letter, they had no fears for the perfect safety of the town. [If the above letter is cor- rect, it shows that Konigsberg was not taken on the 17th of June, and that there had been no battle to that date, subsequent to that of the 14th. It will also create a belief that no nego- tiations for a continental peace had been com- menced; as so important a fact would certainly not have been omitted.]
3 o'clock. We have just been favoured with a fight of a letter from Konigsberg, of the 17th of June, received by a gentleman of the first re- spectability, on whom we can fully rely. It places the battle of the 14th in a very different point of view from the French account. So far from being defeated and in favour of the French, it states with confidence that the con- sequence of the battle, which was very bloody on both sides, will in the end be to the advan- tage of the allies! that only a part of the Rus- sian army was engaged; that they fell back as a matter of prudence, not from defeat; that many French prisoners were brought into Kon- igsberg on that day, and that at the departure of the letter, they had no fears for the perfect safety of the town. [If the above letter is cor- rect, it shows that Konigsberg was not taken on the 17th of June, and that there had been no battle to that date, subsequent to that of the 14th. It will also create a belief that no nego- tiations for a continental peace had been com- menced; as so important a fact would certainly not have been omitted.]
From the Berlin Moniteur.
From the Berlin Moniteur.
Berlin, June 18.
Berlin, June 18.
His Excellency, Gen. Clark, Governor Ge- neral of Berlin communicated yesterday, on parade, to the officers of the garrison, the fol- lowing account of the operations which have taken place in Poland:
His Excellency, Gen. Clark, Governor Ge- neral of Berlin communicated yesterday, on parade, to the officers of the garrison, the fol- lowing account of the operations which have taken place in Poland:
"The negotiations which were carried on last winter, led to proposals which France could not by any means accept. It was proposed to convene a general congress of all the bellige- rent powers, the Turks alone excepted. Rus- sia would thereby have attained the end which she has in view, in the present war, without striking a blow; that power, and its blind con- fidence in the success of the Russian cause, with fresh means to tyrannize in its interior; for even the conquest of Turkey, which the cabinet of Petersburg must then have expected, on the part of France, could not have prevented it. After many months spent in preliminary negoti- ation, it was then agreed that all the powers at war should send deputies to the congress, which was to be held at Copenhagen. This matter, which by the unfair proceedings of the enemies of France, had been involved in so ma- ny difficulties, while it might have been termi- nated in three weeks time, had been scarcely settled, when they desired France to declare the fundamental principles on which the congress were to negotiate. The authors of the war had probably the intention to lay a snare for France, and borrow from her answers fresh specious argu- ments for raising new outcries against the am- bition of France, with which they are accus- tomed to terrify Europe. They imagined not, that by their captious demand, should afford France fresh matters of triumph; but the magnanimity of the Emperor Napoleon, destroyed all their hopes, by frankly declaring, that the basis of all future negotiations, must consist in an absolute equality of all the allies of both parties, and that the latter must mutually agree to a system of indemnification."
"The negotiations which were carried on last winter, led to proposals which France could not by any means accept. It was proposed to convene a general congress of all the bellige- rent powers, the Turks alone excepted. Rus- sia would thereby have attained the end which she has in view, in the present war, without striking a blow; that power, and its blind con- fidence in the success of the Russian cause, with fresh means to tyrannize in its interior; for even the conquest of Turkey, which the cabinet of Petersburg must then have expected, on the part of France, could not have prevented it. After many months spent in preliminary negoti- ation, it was then agreed that all the powers at war should send deputies to the congress, which was to be held at Copenhagen. This matter, which by the unfair proceedings of the enemies of France, had been involved in so ma- ny difficulties, while it might have been termi- nated in three weeks time, had been scarcely settled, when they desired France to declare the fundamental principles on which the congress were to negotiate. The authors of the war had probably the intention to lay a snare for France, and borrow from her answers fresh specious argu- ments for raising new outcries against the am- bition of France, with which they are accus- tomed to terrify Europe. They imagined not, that by their captious demand, should afford France fresh matters of triumph; but the magnanimity of the Emperor Napoleon, destroyed all their hopes, by frankly declaring, that the basis of all future negotiations, must consist in an absolute equality of all the allies of both parties, and that the latter must mutually agree to a system of indemnification."
"This answer was given without the least de- lay; it was neither equivocal nor extravagant, and forced the enemies of France to acknowledge that the opening of the congress was no longer obstructed by any impediment. They had scarcely declared this opinion, when the friends of the war cluded the Russians to advance from their cantonments, without considering, that, by this very measure, they solemnly acquitted France, in the eyes of all Europe, of the blood of nations, which was yet to be shed. The Emperor Napoleon had again proved, during four months, what the whole of this political and military career to evidently shows, that he readily listens to every proposal for peace, and
"This answer was given without the least de- lay; it was neither equivocal nor extravagant, and forced the enemies of France to acknowledge that the opening of the congress was no longer obstructed by any impediment. They had scarcely declared this opinion, when the friends of the war cluded the Russians to advance from their cantonments, without considering, that, by this very measure, they solemnly acquitted France, in the eyes of all Europe, of the blood of nations, which was yet to be shed. The Emperor Napoleon had again proved, during four months, what the whole of this political and military career to evidently shows, that he readily listens to every proposal for peace, and
is willing to accept it, as far as honour will ad- mit, which Providence has entrusted to his care. But impotent age cannot cope with genius and wisdom. Victory has again attended the sum- mons of him whom it is accustomed to obey. Fresh misfortunes have befallen the Russian ar- my, sacrificed, like the Prussian, to those Huns- ders, who purchase the blood of nations in all parts of the globe, to shed it for their interest and for their interest alone. "The criminal band of the authors of the war has again interfered to separate two Princes who were ready to approach and agree. Their pre- ponderance in their cabinet has again involved their gallant armies in fresh dangers."
is willing to accept it, as far as honour will ad- mit, which Providence has entrusted to his care. But impotent age cannot cope with genius and wisdom. Victory has again attended the sum- mons of him whom it is accustomed to obey. Fresh misfortunes have befallen the Russian ar- my, sacrificed, like the Prussian, to those Huns- ders, who purchase the blood of nations in all parts of the globe, to shed it for their interest and for their interest alone. "The criminal band of the authors of the war has again interfered to separate two Princes who were ready to approach and agree. Their pre- ponderance in their cabinet has again involved their gallant armies in fresh dangers."
Domestic.
Domestic.
Private letters from Liverpool, of so late a date as June 24th, are silent on the subject of a rupture between the United States and Great- Britain; and far from expressing any apprehen- sions of such an event, they state that the ship- ments of the present season to this country, would be quite as great as heretofore. (Jackson.)
Private letters from Liverpool, of so late a date as June 24th, are silent on the subject of a rupture between the United States and Great- Britain; and far from expressing any apprehen- sions of such an event, they state that the ship- ments of the present season to this country, would be quite as great as heretofore. (Jackson.)
PORTLAND, (MAINE) August 10.
PORTLAND, (MAINE) August 10.
Lieut. Laurence, of the Navy, who is now stationed here to superintend the departure of the gun-boats, who was ordered in the first in- stance to enlist his men for two months, has, the last week, received new orders to enlist them for two years.
Lieut. Laurence, of the Navy, who is now stationed here to superintend the departure of the gun-boats, who was ordered in the first in- stance to enlist his men for two months, has, the last week, received new orders to enlist them for two years.
The following article, extracted from an En- glish paper of the 21st of June, certainly evi- dences no premeditated hostility on the part of that government towards this country. (U. S. Gazette.)
The following article, extracted from an En- glish paper of the 21st of June, certainly evi- dences no premeditated hostility on the part of that government towards this country. (U. S. Gazette.)
"Capt. Love's Letter, upon which we ani- madverted last week, has, as was reasonably to be
"Capt. Love's Letter, upon which we ani- madverted last week, has, as was reasonably to be

TRIAL OF AARON BURR,
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.
(CONTINUED BY ADJOURNMENT, AND HELD AT THE CAPITOL IN THE HALL OF THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES.) FOR HIGH TREASON AGAINST THE UNITED STATES.
(The Examination on Tuesday, August 18th, continued)
(The Examination on Tuesday, August 18th, continued)
Examination of Commodore THOMAS TRUXTON.
Examination of Commodore THOMAS TRUXTON.
Mr. Hay. Were you present when the Court delivered their opinion? A. I was. I know nothing of the overt act. Q. Does your testimony relate to the taking of New Orleans? A. I know nothing about the taking of New Orleans. My conversations altogether related to the Spanish territories; to the settlement of lands; to digging a canal on the Ohio, and building of boats.
Mr. Hay. Were you present when the Court delivered their opinion? A. I was. I know nothing of the overt act. Q. Does your testimony relate to the taking of New Orleans? A. I know nothing about the taking of New Orleans. My conversations altogether related to the Spanish territories; to the settlement of lands; to digging a canal on the Ohio, and building of boats.
Mr. Hay then observed, that he had no questions then at present for Commodore Truxton. Mr. Wickham. Then, Sir, I hope I may be permitted to ask Com. T. if, whether he had not many and minute conversations with Col. B. and, if so, whether those conversations related to treason. Mr. Wickham. The Court knows that there are two indictments against the accused. The witnesses have been summoned to testify to the particular point to which every witness is to testify. Commodore Truxton says that his evidence relates to the misdemeanor. But if he be suffered to come in on the present case, ought not his examination to be free and complete? Mr. Hay. Upon recollection the substance of Commodore Truxton's testimony, I cannot but believe that it applies directly to the present occasion. It bears most strongly upon Gen. Eaton's testimony. Eaton says that the treasonable project and the misdemeanor were intimately connected. Of course what goes to establish the one of these projects, will so far contribute to prove the other. Had you not several conversations with the accused, upon the subject of the Mexican Expedition?
Mr. Hay then observed, that he had no questions then at present for Commodore Truxton. Mr. Wickham. Then, Sir, I hope I may be permitted to ask Com. T. if, whether he had not many and minute conversations with Col. B. and, if so, whether those conversations related to treason. Mr. Wickham. The Court knows that there are two indictments against the accused. The witnesses have been summoned to testify to the particular point to which every witness is to testify. Commodore Truxton says that his evidence relates to the misdemeanor. But if he be suffered to come in on the present case, ought not his examination to be free and complete? Mr. Hay. Upon recollection the substance of Commodore Truxton's testimony, I cannot but believe that it applies directly to the present occasion. It bears most strongly upon Gen. Eaton's testimony. Eaton says that the treasonable project and the misdemeanor were intimately connected. Of course what goes to establish the one of these projects, will so far contribute to prove the other. Had you not several conversations with the accused, upon the subject of the Mexican Expedition?
Commodore Truxton. About the winter of 1805-6, Col. B. returned from the Western country, and came to Philadelphia. He frequently in conversation mentioned to me certain speculations in Western lands. These conversations were uninterruptedly continued by me; & I did not pay much attention to them. Col. B. observed, that he wished to get the navy of the U. S. out of my way, as he had something in view, both honorable & profitable which he wished to disclose to me. I considered this as nothing more than as a desire to get me interested in land speculations. These conversations were frequently repeated; and some time in the month of July, 1806, he stated, that he wished to see me unsewed from the Navy of the U. S. and to think no more of those men at Washington; that he wished to see or to make me (I do not recollect which) an Admiral, as he contemplated an expedition into Mexico, in the event of a war with Spain, which he thought inevitable. He asked me if the Havana could not be easily taken in the event of a war. I told him that it would require the co-operation of a naval force. Mr. Burr observed, that might be obtained. He pursued the enquiry as to Cartagenas and La Vera Cruz; what personal knowledge I had of those places; and what would be the best mode of attacking them by sea and land. I gave my opinion very freely. Mr. Burr then asked me, if I would take the command of a naval expedition. I asked him, if the Executive of the U. S. was privy to or concerned in the project. He answered me emphatically, that they were not. I asked him that question, because the executive had been charged with a knowledge of Miranda's expedition. I told Mr. Burr, that I would have nothing to do with it; that Miranda's project had been intimated to me, and that I had declined any agency in those affairs. Mr. Burr observed, that in the event of a war, he intended to establish an independent government in Mexico; that Wilkinson, the army, and many officers of the navy would join. I replied, that I could not see how any of the officers of the U. S. could join. He said that Gen. Wilkinson had projected the expedition, and that he himself had matured it; that many greater men than Wilkinson, were concerned (or would join); and thousands to the westward.
Commodore Truxton. About the winter of 1805-6, Col. B. returned from the Western country, and came to Philadelphia. He frequently in conversation mentioned to me certain speculations in Western lands. These conversations were uninterruptedly continued by me; & I did not pay much attention to them. Col. B. observed, that he wished to get the navy of the U. S. out of my way, as he had something in view, both honorable & profitable which he wished to disclose to me. I considered this as nothing more than as a desire to get me interested in land speculations. These conversations were frequently repeated; and some time in the month of July, 1806, he stated, that he wished to see me unsewed from the Navy of the U. S. and to think no more of those men at Washington; that he wished to see or to make me (I do not recollect which) an Admiral, as he contemplated an expedition into Mexico, in the event of a war with Spain, which he thought inevitable. He asked me if the Havana could not be easily taken in the event of a war. I told him that it would require the co-operation of a naval force. Mr. Burr observed, that might be obtained. He pursued the enquiry as to Cartagenas and La Vera Cruz; what personal knowledge I had of those places; and what would be the best mode of attacking them by sea and land. I gave my opinion very freely. Mr. Burr then asked me, if I would take the command of a naval expedition. I asked him, if the Executive of the U. S. was privy to or concerned in the project. He answered me emphatically, that they were not. I asked him that question, because the executive had been charged with a knowledge of Miranda's expedition. I told Mr. Burr, that I would have nothing to do with it; that Miranda's project had been intimated to me, and that I had declined any agency in those affairs. Mr. Burr observed, that in the event of a war, he intended to establish an independent government in Mexico; that Wilkinson, the army, and many officers of the navy would join. I replied, that I could not see how any of the officers of the U. S. could join. He said that Gen. Wilkinson had projected the expedition, and that he himself had matured it; that many greater men than Wilkinson, were concerned (or would join); and thousands to the westward.
Mr. Hay. Do you recollect, whether he said that Gen. W. had seriously joined in it? A. Yes, he said so; and many greater men. Mr. Hay. I will ask you, Sir, whether at that time, you were in the service of the U. S.? A. I was declared not to be. Mr. Hay. I wish not to wound your feelings, Commodore, by my question; but it is necessary to account to the jury, for the application which was thus made to you by the accused. Did you not feel yourself hurt at this declaration? A. Certainly was.
Mr. Hay. Do you recollect, whether he said that Gen. W. had seriously joined in it? A. Yes, he said so; and many greater men. Mr. Hay. I will ask you, Sir, whether at that time, you were in the service of the U. S.? A. I was declared not to be. Mr. Hay. I wish not to wound your feelings, Commodore, by my question; but it is necessary to account to the jury, for the application which was thus made to you by the accused. Did you not feel yourself hurt at this declaration? A. Certainly was.
Mr. Burr asked me if I would not write to Gen. Wilkinson, as he was about to dispatch two couriers to him. I told him that I had no subject to write on; and declined writing. Mr. Burr observed, that several officers would be pleased at being under my command. He spoke highly of a lieutenant Jones, and asked me, whether he had not failed with me. I answered him that he had not; and that I could give no account of him, as I never had seen him. Mr. Burr observed that the expedition could not fail; that the Mexicans were ripe for revolt; and that he was incapable of anything chimerical or that could lead his friends into a dilemma. He showed me the draft of a prologue, such as plies between Powel's Hook and New-York; and asked me, whether they were adapted to the Mississippi River and the waters emptying into it. I gave my opinion that they were. He asked me whether I could get a naval contractor to make several copies of the draft. I spoke to a naval contractor; but he could not make them as soon as they were wanted, and I returned the draft. Mr. Burr told me, he wanted those boats for the conveyance of agricultural products to New Orleans, and in the events of a war, for transports. I knew they were not calculated for transports by sea, nor were they calculated for carrying guns; but having determined not to have anything to do with the Mexican project, I said very little about the boats. But in the latter end of the month of July, I told him there would be no war with Spain. He seemed very disappointed in that, that he was on a bargain for a large tract on the Ouachita; that he intended to invite his friends about him to settle it; that in one year he would have 1000 families of fashion and some of property, who would constitute a charming society; that in two years there would be double the number; and that being on the frontier, he would be ready to march immediately, whenever a war took place. I have endeavored to narrate these several conversations verbatim as they passed; I am not positive however that they are; but my statements are at least the substance of what did pass.
Mr. Burr asked me if I would not write to Gen. Wilkinson, as he was about to dispatch two couriers to him. I told him that I had no subject to write on; and declined writing. Mr. Burr observed, that several officers would be pleased at being under my command. He spoke highly of a lieutenant Jones, and asked me, whether he had not failed with me. I answered him that he had not; and that I could give no account of him, as I never had seen him. Mr. Burr observed that the expedition could not fail; that the Mexicans were ripe for revolt; and that he was incapable of anything chimerical or that could lead his friends into a dilemma. He showed me the draft of a prologue, such as plies between Powel's Hook and New-York; and asked me, whether they were adapted to the Mississippi River and the waters emptying into it. I gave my opinion that they were. He asked me whether I could get a naval contractor to make several copies of the draft. I spoke to a naval contractor; but he could not make them as soon as they were wanted, and I returned the draft. Mr. Burr told me, he wanted those boats for the conveyance of agricultural products to New Orleans, and in the events of a war, for transports. I knew they were not calculated for transports by sea, nor were they calculated for carrying guns; but having determined not to have anything to do with the Mexican project, I said very little about the boats. But in the latter end of the month of July, I told him there would be no war with Spain. He seemed very disappointed in that, that he was on a bargain for a large tract on the Ouachita; that he intended to invite his friends about him to settle it; that in one year he would have 1000 families of fashion and some of property, who would constitute a charming society; that in two years there would be double the number; and that being on the frontier, he would be ready to march immediately, whenever a war took place. I have endeavored to narrate these several conversations verbatim as they passed; I am not positive however that they are; but my statements are at least the substance of what did pass.
Questioned by the Prosecution.
Questioned by the Prosecution.
Mr. Hay. Did these conversations take place after the declaration that you were no longer in the service of the U. S.? A. The whole of them. (Col. Carrington, one of the jury. Did they take place in July? A. Yes. I observed to him, there would be no war, though I thought there was great cause for it.)—Mr. Hay. Had you expressed your dissatisfaction at this procedure? A. Yes; frequently.—Q. I believe that you made some publication on the subject? A. I did. Q. Your first conversations were about building bridges, settling lands, &c.? A. Yes; when Col. B. first returned from the westward. Mr. Hay. He did not express to you his design respecting the Ouachita land, till he had discovered your aversion to the Mexican project? A. He had not spoken particularly about the Ouachita lands but previously about speculations in western lands generally. Mr. Hay. Did he say at the latter end of July that he was about concluding a bargain for the Ouachita land? A. I think so. Mr. Hay. When he proposed to make you an admiral, did not he think strike you; how he was to accomplish this?—Mr. B. denied that Commodore T. had said that Mr. B. had promised to
Mr. Hay. Did these conversations take place after the declaration that you were no longer in the service of the U. S.? A. The whole of them. (Col. Carrington, one of the jury. Did they take place in July? A. Yes. I observed to him, there would be no war, though I thought there was great cause for it.)—Mr. Hay. Had you expressed your dissatisfaction at this procedure? A. Yes; frequently.—Q. I believe that you made some publication on the subject? A. I did. Q. Your first conversations were about building bridges, settling lands, &c.? A. Yes; when Col. B. first returned from the westward. Mr. Hay. He did not express to you his design respecting the Ouachita land, till he had discovered your aversion to the Mexican project? A. He had not spoken particularly about the Ouachita lands but previously about speculations in western lands generally. Mr. Hay. Did he say at the latter end of July that he was about concluding a bargain for the Ouachita land? A. I think so. Mr. Hay. When he proposed to make you an admiral, did not he think strike you; how he was to accomplish this?—Mr. B. denied that Commodore T. had said that Mr. B. had promised to
make him an admiral.—Com. Truxton. Mr. Burr told me he wished to make or to serve me one. I do not particularly recollect which was his expression. He said there was a formidable navy to be established.—Mr. H. From what quarter of the world was the expedition by sea to go? A. I do not know. I did not ask him, where it was to go from. Mr. H. Did you understand that you were to command the expedition by sea? A. Yes; but I declined and asked no questions particularly on the subject. Mr. Hay. I understand you to say, that the navy was to have been erected, after the government was to be established? A. Yes. Mr. Hay. Did he not talk of a naval expedition against Havana? A. I told Mr. Burr that Havana could not be taken without a naval force. He said, that could be obtained.
make him an admiral.—Com. Truxton. Mr. Burr told me he wished to make or to serve me one. I do not particularly recollect which was his expression. He said there was a formidable navy to be established.—Mr. H. From what quarter of the world was the expedition by sea to go? A. I do not know. I did not ask him, where it was to go from. Mr. H. Did you understand that you were to command the expedition by sea? A. Yes; but I declined and asked no questions particularly on the subject. Mr. Hay. I understand you to say, that the navy was to have been erected, after the government was to be established? A. Yes. Mr. Hay. Did he not talk of a naval expedition against Havana? A. I told Mr. Burr that Havana could not be taken without a naval force. He said, that could be obtained.
Cross-questioned.
Cross-questioned.
Mr. Burr. Did I not say, I had never seen Lt. Jones? A. I do not recollect that. You spoke highly of him. Q. Do you not recollect I stated, if there was a war, that private enterprise and private expeditions would be lawful? (Mr. Hay objected to the question because seemingly intended for the jury.) Q. Did I not often talk several years ago about naval concerns? Did I not say, that you were damped by the Smith's and others? That they had no serious intentions of serving you? Was not that the reason, that I wished to unsew you from the navy? A. You did state those facts. Q. Do you not find that I was right about your advance in the navy? A. I know that. Q. Did I not often talk to you about the settlement of lands? A. You did. Q. Were we not intimate? A. Yes. Q. Was there any reserve between us? A. None. Did you ever hear me say anything about dismembering the union; or seizing on New Orleans? A. Never. Q. Did I not often express the pleasure I should feel from doing service to the common interests of this country; and of preserving a strong connection with my countrymen? A. You did. Q. Did I not say, that the perigues would be useful for the conveyance of agricultural products? A. Yes; and in war for transports. Q. Had you reason to doubt my intention to settle lands? A. If there was no war, I took for granted that such was your intention. Q. If there was a war, and Mexico was invaded, and the government favored it, would you not have joined me? A. I would have got out of my bed at twelve at night, to fight against England, France and Spain, if my country had called. Mr. Hay. Did he speak of any commercial speculations in which he was about to engage; or of any commercial establishments he was about to form? A. He spoke of the settlement of the Ouachita; and the bringing down of agricultural produce. Q. Were the remarks which he made on your relation to the navy, calculated to fill your bosom with resentment? A. My bosom was already full enough, but certainly Mr. Burr spoke in concert with my feelings. Mr. Hay. Could an expedition at sea be made as effectually against La Vera Cruz from any other port, in the western world, as New Orleans? A. Certainly not. It would be a very proper place or from any place above the river. Larger vessels cannot get up to New Orleans; and small craft must take the expedition down. Mr. Hay. (one of the jury.) Did you understand for what purpose the two couriers were sent by Col. B. to Gen. Wilkinson? A. I understood, that there was an understanding between them about the Mexican project. Mr. Burr. Are there not preparations now making in Philadelphia, in contemplation of a war with England? A. In New-York there are. Mr. Hay. Are not the preparations going on openly? Has any commander been appointed independent of the government? A. No. Mr. Hay. Can ships be built secretly in a corner of a room? A. No.
Mr. Burr. Did I not say, I had never seen Lt. Jones? A. I do not recollect that. You spoke highly of him. Q. Do you not recollect I stated, if there was a war, that private enterprise and private expeditions would be lawful? (Mr. Hay objected to the question because seemingly intended for the jury.) Q. Did I not often talk several years ago about naval concerns? Did I not say, that you were damped by the Smith's and others? That they had no serious intentions of serving you? Was not that the reason, that I wished to unsew you from the navy? A. You did state those facts. Q. Do you not find that I was right about your advance in the navy? A. I know that. Q. Did I not often talk to you about the settlement of lands? A. You did. Q. Were we not intimate? A. Yes. Q. Was there any reserve between us? A. None. Did you ever hear me say anything about dismembering the union; or seizing on New Orleans? A. Never. Q. Did I not often express the pleasure I should feel from doing service to the common interests of this country; and of preserving a strong connection with my countrymen? A. You did. Q. Did I not say, that the perigues would be useful for the conveyance of agricultural products? A. Yes; and in war for transports. Q. Had you reason to doubt my intention to settle lands? A. If there was no war, I took for granted that such was your intention. Q. If there was a war, and Mexico was invaded, and the government favored it, would you not have joined me? A. I would have got out of my bed at twelve at night, to fight against England, France and Spain, if my country had called. Mr. Hay. Did he speak of any commercial speculations in which he was about to engage; or of any commercial establishments he was about to form? A. He spoke of the settlement of the Ouachita; and the bringing down of agricultural produce. Q. Were the remarks which he made on your relation to the navy, calculated to fill your bosom with resentment? A. My bosom was already full enough, but certainly Mr. Burr spoke in concert with my feelings. Mr. Hay. Could an expedition at sea be made as effectually against La Vera Cruz from any other port, in the western world, as New Orleans? A. Certainly not. It would be a very proper place or from any place above the river. Larger vessels cannot get up to New Orleans; and small craft must take the expedition down. Mr. Hay. (one of the jury.) Did you understand for what purpose the two couriers were sent by Col. B. to Gen. Wilkinson? A. I understood, that there was an understanding between them about the Mexican project. Mr. Burr. Are there not preparations now making in Philadelphia, in contemplation of a war with England? A. In New-York there are. Mr. Hay. Are not the preparations going on openly? Has any commander been appointed independent of the government? A. No. Mr. Hay. Can ships be built secretly in a corner of a room? A. No.
Examination of Peter Taylor.
Examination of Peter Taylor.
Mr. Hay. This witness will directly prove the connection of Burr with Blennerhassett, and his connection with the crime itself.
Mr. Hay. This witness will directly prove the connection of Burr with Blennerhassett, and his connection with the crime itself.
Peter Taylor. The first information I had upon this subject was from Mrs. Blennerhassett, when Mr. Blennerhassett and Mrs. Alison were gone down the river. The people got much alarmed concerning this business, and Mrs. Blennerhassett sent me to Lexington after Mr. B. with a letter to prevent Col. B. from coming back with him to the island. I went to Chillicothe, but I did not find Mr. B. there and I then went on to Cincinnati. I was directed to call at Cincinnati at Mr. John Smith's, where I would find Mr. B. I called at Mr. Smith's Store; where I saw him for the first time. Mr. B. was at home. He said, yes. I said I wanted to see him. His son went and told him, a man wanted to see him. When Mr. B. came out, I inquired for Col. B. and Mr. B. to see whether he could give any account of them. He allowed he knew nothing of either of them. He allowed I was much mistaken in the place. I said, no; this was the right place: "Mr. John Smith, Store-keeper, Cincinnati." says I, "Don't you recollect a young man who came here, some time ago for Col. B.'s top-coat, (great-coat?) I said, "Sir, I have lived with Mr. B. for 3 years." When Mr. Smith heard me talk so, he knew me, and took me up stairs to talk with me. He wanted to know the news our way, I told him the people had got alarmed. I told him every thing that was in agitation; that they talked about the settlement of lands. He seemed surprised. He asked what was said about Gen. Wilkinson. I said I knew nothing about it. He asked me, if I would carry a letter from him to Blennerhassett. I told him I would carry anything so it was not too burthensome. So he far down and wrote a letter. He asked whether I wished to drink, for he had chatted (charged) me not to go to any tavern, left the people should be sitting me with their questions. I drank; and then he showed me a tavern, and told me to go, to get my horse fed by the hostler, but not to go into the house. I asked him where I should find Col. B. and Blennerhassett. He said, he expected they were at Lexington. I told him, I supposed at Mr. Jourdan's. When I got to Lexington, it was Saturday about 1 o'clock. Mr. Jourdan happened to be in the street and knew me. He said, "Peter, your old master is not in town." But he said, he expected him either that night or to-morrow early. He asked me, what news, and I told him, I asked him, what I was to do with my horse. He said, that he was to be put at the Livery Stable. He then went up stairs, and he opened a door, and beckoned his hand, saying nothing. When I went in there was Col. B. Col. B. wanted to know, what was the news in our parts. I began to tell him, that my business was to prevent Col. B. from going back to the island. (Q. Did you not know Col. B. at that time? A. I did not. He had been on the island three times; but I did not see him.) When I told Col. B. that, says he, "I am the very man, involved in this piece of business; and you must tell me all you know." I said, "if you come up our way, the people will shoot you." I told him, it was my sincere opinion, that it was not safe for him to come up our way. I told him that I had heard several declare, that they had rather shoot him than let him alone. He seemed surprised, that they should have such a thing in their head. I told him, I could not tell why; and then I told him about the land settlement, but the people said all that was a then, and that he had something else in his head. Then Col. B. asked me, what letters I had. I said, two, one was from Mrs. Blennerhassett, and the other from John Smith of Cincinnati. He asked me, if he might open the letter from John Smith, for he expected it was for him. I told him I supposed it made no difference between him and Blennerhassett, and he might. He broke the seal open, and viewed me that there was a letter inclosed for himself. He asked me about my wife, & after some talking, I asked him whether I was at liberty to go down stairs. I went down and left the opened letter with him. I then went to Mr. Jourdan, and asked him whether I was to stay at his house or go to a tavern. He said I was to go to a tavern and he would pay for me. Mr. Jourdan wished me to go next day to Miller'sburg after the saddle-bags, left there by Mr. Blennerhassett. I went and left Mrs. Blennerhassett's letter with Mr. Jourdan, expecting Blennerhassett to get there before me. I got back on Monday by 1 o'clock; and there Mr. B. was come and preparing to go home. We started and got 10 miles that night. We slept at a tavern. I went to see after the horse, and he went into the house. There were people in the
Peter Taylor. The first information I had upon this subject was from Mrs. Blennerhassett, when Mr. Blennerhassett and Mrs. Alison were gone down the river. The people got much alarmed concerning this business, and Mrs. Blennerhassett sent me to Lexington after Mr. B. with a letter to prevent Col. B. from coming back with him to the island. I went to Chillicothe, but I did not find Mr. B. there and I then went on to Cincinnati. I was directed to call at Cincinnati at Mr. John Smith's, where I would find Mr. B. I called at Mr. Smith's Store; where I saw him for the first time. Mr. B. was at home. He said, yes. I said I wanted to see him. His son went and told him, a man wanted to see him. When Mr. B. came out, I inquired for Col. B. and Mr. B. to see whether he could give any account of them. He allowed he knew nothing of either of them. He allowed I was much mistaken in the place. I said, no; this was the right place: "Mr. John Smith, Store-keeper, Cincinnati." says I, "Don't you recollect a young man who came here, some time ago for Col. B.'s top-coat, (great-coat?) I said, "Sir, I have lived with Mr. B. for 3 years." When Mr. Smith heard me talk so, he knew me, and took me up stairs to talk with me. He wanted to know the news our way, I told him the people had got alarmed. I told him every thing that was in agitation; that they talked about the settlement of lands. He seemed surprised. He asked what was said about Gen. Wilkinson. I said I knew nothing about it. He asked me, if I would carry a letter from him to Blennerhassett. I told him I would carry anything so it was not too burthensome. So he far down and wrote a letter. He asked whether I wished to drink, for he had chatted (charged) me not to go to any tavern, left the people should be sitting me with their questions. I drank; and then he showed me a tavern, and told me to go, to get my horse fed by the hostler, but not to go into the house. I asked him where I should find Col. B. and Blennerhassett. He said, he expected they were at Lexington. I told him, I supposed at Mr. Jourdan's. When I got to Lexington, it was Saturday about 1 o'clock. Mr. Jourdan happened to be in the street and knew me. He said, "Peter, your old master is not in town." But he said, he expected him either that night or to-morrow early. He asked me, what news, and I told him, I asked him, what I was to do with my horse. He said, that he was to be put at the Livery Stable. He then went up stairs, and he opened a door, and beckoned his hand, saying nothing. When I went in there was Col. B. Col. B. wanted to know, what was the news in our parts. I began to tell him, that my business was to prevent Col. B. from going back to the island. (Q. Did you not know Col. B. at that time? A. I did not. He had been on the island three times; but I did not see him.) When I told Col. B. that, says he, "I am the very man, involved in this piece of business; and you must tell me all you know." I said, "if you come up our way, the people will shoot you." I told him, it was my sincere opinion, that it was not safe for him to come up our way. I told him that I had heard several declare, that they had rather shoot him than let him alone. He seemed surprised, that they should have such a thing in their head. I told him, I could not tell why; and then I told him about the land settlement, but the people said all that was a then, and that he had something else in his head. Then Col. B. asked me, what letters I had. I said, two, one was from Mrs. Blennerhassett, and the other from John Smith of Cincinnati. He asked me, if he might open the letter from John Smith, for he expected it was for him. I told him I supposed it made no difference between him and Blennerhassett, and he might. He broke the seal open, and viewed me that there was a letter inclosed for himself. He asked me about my wife, & after some talking, I asked him whether I was at liberty to go down stairs. I went down and left the opened letter with him. I then went to Mr. Jourdan, and asked him whether I was to stay at his house or go to a tavern. He said I was to go to a tavern and he would pay for me. Mr. Jourdan wished me to go next day to Miller'sburg after the saddle-bags, left there by Mr. Blennerhassett. I went and left Mrs. Blennerhassett's letter with Mr. Jourdan, expecting Blennerhassett to get there before me. I got back on Monday by 1 o'clock; and there Mr. B. was come and preparing to go home. We started and got 10 miles that night. We slept at a tavern. I went to see after the horse, and he went into the house. There were people in the
house, who wanted to know his name. He told them, his name was Tom Jones. He came out and told them, the people in the house had asked and he had told them his name was Tom Jones, and I must mind and make no mistake, but call him Jones too. So he passed by that name, till we got to the Mudlick.—He then told me he was known there, and I must call him by his own name. (Q. When did these things happen? A. All this was in October, 1806. I believe.) He then began to enquire for young men, that had Rifles; good orderly men, that would be comfortable to order and discipline. He allowed that Col. Burr and he and a few of his friends had bought 800,000 acres of land, and they wanted young men to settle it. He said, he would give any young man who would go down the river, 100 acres of land, plenty of grain and victuals while going down the river and three months provisions after they had got to the end: every young man was to carry his rifle and blanket. I agreed to go myself, if I could carry my wife and family, but he said he had no further consideration upon that. When I got home, I began to think and asked him, what kind of land we should carry with us? He said, we did not want any. (Mr. Hay. Of what occupation were you on the island? A. A gardener. Mr. Hay. I put this question, that the jury might understand his last observation—I urged that I objected to him several times; at last he made a sudden pause, and said "Peter, we are going to take Mexico; one of the finest and richest places in the whole world." He said that Col. Burr would be the King of Mexico, and Mrs. Alison was to be the Queen of Mexico, whenever Col. Burr died. He said that Col. B. had made fortunes for many in his time, but none for himself; but now he was going to make something for himself. He said that he had a great many friends in the Spanish Territory; 2000 Roman Catholic Priests were engaged, and that their flock would join, if once he could get to them; that the Spaniards, like the French, had got tired of their government and wanted to swap it. He told me, that the English also were friends in this piece of business, and that he was the very man to go to England, on this piece of business for Col. Burr. He asked me if I would not like to go: I said, I should certainly like to see my friends there. I then asked him what was to become of the men, who were going to settle the lands he talked about? Were they to stop at the Red river, or to go on? He said, "you'll see how I'll fix them," when they got them far enough down the river. If they did not conform to order and discipline, he would go to God he'd slay them. I was astonished: I told him I was no soldier, and could not fight. He said, it made no odds; he did not want me to fight; he wanted me to go and live with Mrs. Blennerhassett and the Children, either at Natchez or some other place, while he went on the expedition. I talked to him again, and told him, the people had got it into their heads, that he wanted to divide the union. He said, Col. B. and he could not do it themselves. All they could do, was to tell the people the consequence of it. He said the people there paid the government upwards of 400,000 dollars a year, and never received any benefit from it. He allowed it would be a very fine thing, if they could keep that money among themselves, and make looks and build bridges and cut roads.—About two weeks after I got home, he sent me to Mr. Bennett's of Mifflin county with a letter. He wanted to know, if Dr. Bennett wouldn't sell him the arms belonging to the Militia, if he could sell them and keep himself out of danger; if he could, he'd give him a draft upon his friend in Kentucky for payment; if he could not, he must send him word, where they were kept, and he would come and take them away in the night. I was not to give the letter to Dr. Bennett, until the Doctor promised to deliver it back, for me to burn it; for that it contained High Treason. I did burn it.—The Doctor said he was unacquainted with the plot, and couldn't join in it.
house, who wanted to know his name. He told them, his name was Tom Jones. He came out and told them, the people in the house had asked and he had told them his name was Tom Jones, and I must mind and make no mistake, but call him Jones too. So he passed by that name, till we got to the Mudlick.—He then told me he was known there, and I must call him by his own name. (Q. When did these things happen? A. All this was in October, 1806. I believe.) He then began to enquire for young men, that had Rifles; good orderly men, that would be comfortable to order and discipline. He allowed that Col. Burr and he and a few of his friends had bought 800,000 acres of land, and they wanted young men to settle it. He said, he would give any young man who would go down the river, 100 acres of land, plenty of grain and victuals while going down the river and three months provisions after they had got to the end: every young man was to carry his rifle and blanket. I agreed to go myself, if I could carry my wife and family, but he said he had no further consideration upon that. When I got home, I began to think and asked him, what kind of land we should carry with us? He said, we did not want any. (Mr. Hay. Of what occupation were you on the island? A. A gardener. Mr. Hay. I put this question, that the jury might understand his last observation—I urged that I objected to him several times; at last he made a sudden pause, and said "Peter, we are going to take Mexico; one of the finest and richest places in the whole world." He said that Col. Burr would be the King of Mexico, and Mrs. Alison was to be the Queen of Mexico, whenever Col. Burr died. He said that Col. B. had made fortunes for many in his time, but none for himself; but now he was going to make something for himself. He said that he had a great many friends in the Spanish Territory; 2000 Roman Catholic Priests were engaged, and that their flock would join, if once he could get to them; that the Spaniards, like the French, had got tired of their government and wanted to swap it. He told me, that the English also were friends in this piece of business, and that he was the very man to go to England, on this piece of business for Col. Burr. He asked me if I would not like to go: I said, I should certainly like to see my friends there. I then asked him what was to become of the men, who were going to settle the lands he talked about? Were they to stop at the Red river, or to go on? He said, "you'll see how I'll fix them," when they got them far enough down the river. If they did not conform to order and discipline, he would go to God he'd slay them. I was astonished: I told him I was no soldier, and could not fight. He said, it made no odds; he did not want me to fight; he wanted me to go and live with Mrs. Blennerhassett and the Children, either at Natchez or some other place, while he went on the expedition. I talked to him again, and told him, the people had got it into their heads, that he wanted to divide the union. He said, Col. B. and he could not do it themselves. All they could do, was to tell the people the consequence of it. He said the people there paid the government upwards of 400,000 dollars a year, and never received any benefit from it. He allowed it would be a very fine thing, if they could keep that money among themselves, and make looks and build bridges and cut roads.—About two weeks after I got home, he sent me to Mr. Bennett's of Mifflin county with a letter. He wanted to know, if Dr. Bennett wouldn't sell him the arms belonging to the Militia, if he could sell them and keep himself out of danger; if he could, he'd give him a draft upon his friend in Kentucky for payment; if he could not, he must send him word, where they were kept, and he would come and take them away in the night. I was not to give the letter to Dr. Bennett, until the Doctor promised to deliver it back, for me to burn it; for that it contained High Treason. I did burn it.—The Doctor said he was unacquainted with the plot, and couldn't join in it.
Questioned by the Prosecution.
Questioned by the Prosecution.
Mr. Hay. When did the boats leave the island? A. It was contemplated to sail on the 6th of December; but they did not come till 10th (Sunday) and they failed on the Wednesday night following. Q. How many boats were there? A. Four. Q. How many men from the boats came ashore? A. About 30. Q. What did the men do, who did not belong to the boats? A. Some were packing meat; and some were packing other things. Mr. Hay. Who went off on Wednesday night? A. Mr. Blennerhassett and Mr. Tyler and the whole of the party. Q. At what time in the night? A. About 1 o'clock. Q. Did all that came down to the island go away? A. All but one, who was sick. Mr. Hay. Had they any guns? A. Some of them had. Some of the people went a-hoeing. But I do not know how many there were. Mr. Hay. (to a jurymen) What kind of guns? Rifles or muskets? A. I do not know. Q. Were there any pistols? A. I saw none; but Blennerhassett's. Q. Was there any powder or lead? A. Both: I saw some powder in a long small barrel, like a churrn; but I was so employed, I could not notice particularly. Some of the men were engaged in running bullets; but I do not know how many.—Mr. Hay. Why did they leave the island at that hour of the night? A. Because they were informed, that the Kanawha militia were coming down there. Q. Did you carry some boxes to the boats? A. I carried a half bushel of candles and some brandy; several boxes were carried, and a great many things of which I knew nothing. Mr. Hay. Were you on the island, when they went off? A. Yes. They held a council at the foot of the pier, to determine which was the best way to go. Mr. Blennerhassett said, if he went in a canoe, he would be an easy prey. I said to them, "well stick together." And so they determined to stick together. They went off in great haste. Q. Why did they go in a body? A. I suppose for security.
Mr. Hay. When did the boats leave the island? A. It was contemplated to sail on the 6th of December; but they did not come till 10th (Sunday) and they failed on the Wednesday night following. Q. How many boats were there? A. Four. Q. How many men from the boats came ashore? A. About 30. Q. What did the men do, who did not belong to the boats? A. Some were packing meat; and some were packing other things. Mr. Hay. Who went off on Wednesday night? A. Mr. Blennerhassett and Mr. Tyler and the whole of the party. Q. At what time in the night? A. About 1 o'clock. Q. Did all that came down to the island go away? A. All but one, who was sick. Mr. Hay. Had they any guns? A. Some of them had. Some of the people went a-hoeing. But I do not know how many there were. Mr. Hay. (to a jurymen) What kind of guns? Rifles or muskets? A. I do not know. Q. Were there any pistols? A. I saw none; but Blennerhassett's. Q. Was there any powder or lead? A. Both: I saw some powder in a long small barrel, like a churrn; but I was so employed, I could not notice particularly. Some of the men were engaged in running bullets; but I do not know how many.—Mr. Hay. Why did they leave the island at that hour of the night? A. Because they were informed, that the Kanawha militia were coming down there. Q. Did you carry some boxes to the boats? A. I carried a half bushel of candles and some brandy; several boxes were carried, and a great many things of which I knew nothing. Mr. Hay. Were you on the island, when they went off? A. Yes. They held a council at the foot of the pier, to determine which was the best way to go. Mr. Blennerhassett said, if he went in a canoe, he would be an easy prey. I said to them, "well stick together." And so they determined to stick together. They went off in great haste. Q. Why did they go in a body? A. I suppose for security.
Cross-questioned.
Cross-questioned.
Mr. Wickham. You saw Gen. Tupper and Mr. Woodbridge that night? A. Yes. Q. Was Col. Burr there? A. No: I did not see him. Q. Did you understand whether he was in that part of the country at that time? A. I understood not.
Mr. Wickham. You saw Gen. Tupper and Mr. Woodbridge that night? A. Yes. Q. Was Col. Burr there? A. No: I did not see him. Q. Did you understand whether he was in that part of the country at that time? A. I understood not.
Wednesday, August 19.
Wednesday, August 19.
Examination of Gen. JOHN MORGAN.
Examination of Gen. JOHN MORGAN.
Sometime in August last, about this time twelve months, my father put a letter into my hands, signed Aaron Burr, in which he said that himself and his friend Col. Dupre would dine with him the following day. My father requested me and my brother to go and meet Col. Burr; which we did; about 7 miles distant. After a few weeks of general conversation, Col. Burr observed to me, that the union could not possibly last, and that a separation of the states must ensue as a natural consequence in 4 or 5 years. Col. Burr made many enquiries of me, relative to the county of Washington; particularly the state of its militia; the discipline, arms, accoutrements, and the character of its officers. These conversations continued some time, besides other things which I cannot recollect, because I did not expect to be called upon in this way: after traveling some miles, we met one of my workmen, a likely young fellow. Col. Burr said, he wished he had 10,000 such fellows. At my father's table, during dinner, Col. Burr again observed that the separation of the union must take place inevitably, in less than 5 years.—(Shall I give the answers that were made? Mr. Hay. Perhaps it may serve to connect your narrative better.) I recollect that it was my father who answered him, God forbid! Col. Burr in the course of conversation observed, that with 2 or 300 men, he could drive the President and congress into the Potomac, and with 4 or 500 he could take possession of the city of New-York. After dinner, he walked with me to my brother's; and on our return, spoke of military men, and asked me if either of my brothers had a military turn. He said he should like to see my brother George at the head of a corps of Grenadiers; he was a fine, looking fellow. These circumstances induced me to speak to my father: I warned him to beware of Col. Burr, told him, that in the course of that night, Col. Burr would attempt to have an interview with him and would make a requisition of my brother Tom, to go with him; and that I suspected something was going on. The next morning I rode with Col. Burr to the town of Washington, about 9 or 10 miles. We had much conversation principally on military affairs; on the state of the militia; the necessity of attending to military discipline. He told me, that in New-York, the militia were in good order, which was brought about by the influence & exertions of a single individual (Mr. S. S. Van Antwerp.) Col. Burr asked me, if I thought I could raise a regiment in Washington county, or whether I could raise one with more in New-Jersey. (Mr. Hay. At Washington, we took a walk; Col. Burr, Col. Dupre and myself; we went to the house of Mr. Bradford, who had been at the head of the Western Intelligencer. He inquired about Mr. Bradford. (He was at Baron Rouge.) I told him, his son was in town, and Col. Burr expressed a wish to see him. Col. Burr mentioned to me, that he had met with several, who had been engaged in the Western Intelligencer; and particularly a Major in the North-Western Territory (whose name I do not recollect) who had told him, that if he was ever engaged in a similar business, he pledged himself it should end without bloodshed. He said, that he was a fine fellow. It was on these circumstances, that I advised my father to apprise the President of the United States, that something was going forward.
Sometime in August last, about this time twelve months, my father put a letter into my hands, signed Aaron Burr, in which he said that himself and his friend Col. Dupre would dine with him the following day. My father requested me and my brother to go and meet Col. Burr; which we did; about 7 miles distant. After a few weeks of general conversation, Col. Burr observed to me, that the union could not possibly last, and that a separation of the states must ensue as a natural consequence in 4 or 5 years. Col. Burr made many enquiries of me, relative to the county of Washington; particularly the state of its militia; the discipline, arms, accoutrements, and the character of its officers. These conversations continued some time, besides other things which I cannot recollect, because I did not expect to be called upon in this way: after traveling some miles, we met one of my workmen, a likely young fellow. Col. Burr said, he wished he had 10,000 such fellows. At my father's table, during dinner, Col. Burr again observed that the separation of the union must take place inevitably, in less than 5 years.—(Shall I give the answers that were made? Mr. Hay. Perhaps it may serve to connect your narrative better.) I recollect that it was my father who answered him, God forbid! Col. Burr in the course of conversation observed, that with 2 or 300 men, he could drive the President and congress into the Potomac, and with 4 or 500 he could take possession of the city of New-York. After dinner, he walked with me to my brother's; and on our return, spoke of military men, and asked me if either of my brothers had a military turn. He said he should like to see my brother George at the head of a corps of Grenadiers; he was a fine, looking fellow. These circumstances induced me to speak to my father: I warned him to beware of Col. Burr, told him, that in the course of that night, Col. Burr would attempt to have an interview with him and would make a requisition of my brother Tom, to go with him; and that I suspected something was going on. The next morning I rode with Col. Burr to the town of Washington, about 9 or 10 miles. We had much conversation principally on military affairs; on the state of the militia; the necessity of attending to military discipline. He told me, that in New-York, the militia were in good order, which was brought about by the influence & exertions of a single individual (Mr. S. S. Van Antwerp.) Col. Burr asked me, if I thought I could raise a regiment in Washington county, or whether I could raise one with more in New-Jersey. (Mr. Hay. At Washington, we took a walk; Col. Burr, Col. Dupre and myself; we went to the house of Mr. Bradford, who had been at the head of the Western Intelligencer. He inquired about Mr. Bradford. (He was at Baron Rouge.) I told him, his son was in town, and Col. Burr expressed a wish to see him. Col. Burr mentioned to me, that he had met with several, who had been engaged in the Western Intelligencer; and particularly a Major in the North-Western Territory (whose name I do not recollect) who had told him, that if he was ever engaged in a similar business, he pledged himself it should end without bloodshed. He said, that he was a fine fellow. It was on these circumstances, that I advised my father to apprise the President of the United States, that something was going forward.
Questioned by the Prosecution.
Questioned by the Prosecution.
Mr. Hay. Which way did he go? A. I saw him leave Washington for Wheeling. Mr. Hay. Were the separation of the union and military affairs the predominant features in his conversation? A. Our conversation was general and mixed; but there seemed to be the leading subjects. Mr. Hay. Do you recollect anything he said, about Bradford's qualifications for such an enterprise? A. I recollect well. He said that Bradford was very incompetent to such an undertaking; and that in such a case, there ought to be the utmost confidence in the leader. Mr. Hay. At what time in the month of August was this visit? A. Somewhere between the 20th and 25th. Mr. Hay. Perhaps the date of this letter (from the prisoner to your father) may show. This letter is dated on the 21st. Mr. Hay. (to a jurymen) Did he approve or condemn that sentiment of the major which you have quoted? A. I do not recollect. The impression on my mind was, that he thought him a fine fellow.
Mr. Hay. Which way did he go? A. I saw him leave Washington for Wheeling. Mr. Hay. Were the separation of the union and military affairs the predominant features in his conversation? A. Our conversation was general and mixed; but there seemed to be the leading subjects. Mr. Hay. Do you recollect anything he said, about Bradford's qualifications for such an enterprise? A. I recollect well. He said that Bradford was very incompetent to such an undertaking; and that in such a case, there ought to be the utmost confidence in the leader. Mr. Hay. At what time in the month of August was this visit? A. Somewhere between the 20th and 25th. Mr. Hay. Perhaps the date of this letter (from the prisoner to your father) may show. This letter is dated on the 21st. Mr. Hay. (to a jurymen) Did he approve or condemn that sentiment of the major which you have quoted? A. I do not recollect. The impression on my mind was, that he thought him a fine fellow.
Cross-questioned.
Cross-questioned.
Mr. Burr. You spoke of a letter from me to your father. Do you know whether it was some time before, a letter of invitation to his house? A. Yes: He had written about a year before, to you at Pittsburgh. That letter is yet unopened, in my brother Tom's Bureau. Q. Did your father communicate to you, next morning, our night's conversation? A. Yes. Before we rode? A. No. Q. Do you recollect of my having made several enquiries also about the terms of leasing; and of one that was projected in your neighborhood, and of my suggesting the necessity of encouraging it? A. You spoke much too of that subject. Q. Did I seem to know any thing of Bradford, before you told me? A. You seemed to know a good deal of the Intelligencer. Q. Did you not tell me, that Bradford was a noisy sort of a demagogue? A. I did not. I have no objections to giving my opinion of —. Bradford. I mentioned him to you as a mere lawyer. Q. Did I seem to know that Bradford lived at Pittsburgh, before you mentioned it and pointed out his house? A. Did not seem to know it. Q. Who were at Dinner at your father's? My father, mother, wife, sister, Col. Dupre, Mr. T. E. —, my brother Tom.
Mr. Burr. You spoke of a letter from me to your father. Do you know whether it was some time before, a letter of invitation to his house? A. Yes: He had written about a year before, to you at Pittsburgh. That letter is yet unopened, in my brother Tom's Bureau. Q. Did your father communicate to you, next morning, our night's conversation? A. Yes. Before we rode? A. No. Q. Do you recollect of my having made several enquiries also about the terms of leasing; and of one that was projected in your neighborhood, and of my suggesting the necessity of encouraging it? A. You spoke much too of that subject. Q. Did I seem to know any thing of Bradford, before you told me? A. You seemed to know a good deal of the Intelligencer. Q. Did you not tell me, that Bradford was a noisy sort of a demagogue? A. I did not. I have no objections to giving my opinion of —. Bradford. I mentioned him to you as a mere lawyer. Q. Did I seem to know that Bradford lived at Pittsburgh, before you mentioned it and pointed out his house? A. Did not seem to know it. Q. Who were at Dinner at your father's? My father, mother, wife, sister, Col. Dupre, Mr. T. E. —, my brother Tom.
Examination of Col. GEORGE MORGAN.
Examination of Col. GEORGE MORGAN.
Col. Morgan was proceeding, when Mr. Burr objected to this kind of evidence, consisting of conversations and previous declarations. Some illustratory conversation ensued upon this point, when the Ch. Justice said that he understood the same objections would hereafter apply to the consideration as to the introduction of testimony; and that these objections might be hereafter urged; and that it was impossible for the court to know the nature of the evidence before it was introduced.
Col. Morgan was proceeding, when Mr. Burr objected to this kind of evidence, consisting of conversations and previous declarations. Some illustratory conversation ensued upon this point, when the Ch. Justice said that he understood the same objections would hereafter apply to the consideration as to the introduction of testimony; and that these objections might be hereafter urged; and that it was impossible for the court to know the nature of the evidence before it was introduced.
Mr. Hay. If the gentlemen will only wait, they will find that other circumstances will come out to prove the materiality of this testimony. This witness will prove what was the state of the prisoner's mind in August last. Mr. Lee. I hope, then, the jury will distinctly understand, that they are not to infer from the court's declining to interfere on the present occasion, that every thing which drops from the witness, is to pass without objection.
Mr. Hay. If the gentlemen will only wait, they will find that other circumstances will come out to prove the materiality of this testimony. This witness will prove what was the state of the prisoner's mind in August last. Mr. Lee. I hope, then, the jury will distinctly understand, that they are not to infer from the court's declining to interfere on the present occasion, that every thing which drops from the witness, is to pass without objection.
Col. Morgan (the father of the last witness).
Col. Morgan (the father of the last witness).
There has been a long acquaintance between Col. Burr and myself. He had introduced to my notice two of his nephews by the name of Pierrepont Edwards;—Col. Burr had received many civilities from Col. Burr in New-York, after these things had passed; which had formed such an attachment to him, that I never should have forgotten it, had not this late business taken place. About three years ago, Col. B. was under considerable, and as I thought unjust, persecution.—I had then a younger son, who is now here, studying law at Pittsburgh. I wished to make him known to Col. B. and in consequence of my friendship for him and of the great rap of persecution against him, I invited him in the letter to Morgan. In all probability, I should have done the same thing, from the same motive, if not for the attachment which I had conceived for him. Col. B. however had left Pittsburgh, before my letter reached it, and it remains now in my son's Bureau at Pittsburgh. On the 24th last August, I received a letter from Col. B. dated at Pittsburgh, informing me, that he should dine with me next day. (Here Mr. Hay handed the letter to Col. M. who said, that the letter was dated on the 21st, and that he had not for some time seen him, as he had transmitted it to the President of the United States. This letter was handed to me by a man, who called himself Count Wilkie. I believe my father did not call on me that evening; but next morning I informed him, if I was able, I should certainly go and meet Col. B.; and I requested him and his brother to do it, with a letter of introduction explanatory of their names and the intention. What conversation took place between him and my son, I shall not rate.—Col. B. mentioned to me in conversation, Col. Dupre, as one of the first military characters of the age. I shall pass over the conversation on incidents during dinner. After dinner I spoke of our fine country; I observed that when I first went there, there was not a single family between the Allegheny mountain and the Ohio; and that by and bye we should have Congress sitting in this neighborhood, or at Pittsburgh. We are allowed to sport these thin — over glass of wine. "No; never," said Col. B. "for in less than five years you will be totally divided from the Atlantic states." The colonel entered into some arguments to prove, it would and should be so. The first reason was, the produce of the state of the western lands being carried to the Atlantic States, and then to the rest of the world should not be tributary to them. He said that our taxes were very heavy; and demanded, why we should pay them to the Atlantic parts of the country. By time I took an opportunity to observe, Col. B. I hoped that no such things would happen at least in my time. This observation terminated the conversation as to that particular point. It then turned upon the weak and imbecility of the G. Government; I recollect saying anything on the subject; I began to think, that all was not right. He with 200 men could drive Congress with President at its head into the river Potomac, or that it might be done; and he said with 200 men he could take possession of New-York. He appealed to Col. Dupre, if it could not
There has been a long acquaintance between Col. Burr and myself. He had introduced to my notice two of his nephews by the name of Pierrepont Edwards;—Col. Burr had received many civilities from Col. Burr in New-York, after these things had passed; which had formed such an attachment to him, that I never should have forgotten it, had not this late business taken place. About three years ago, Col. B. was under considerable, and as I thought unjust, persecution.—I had then a younger son, who is now here, studying law at Pittsburgh. I wished to make him known to Col. B. and in consequence of my friendship for him and of the great rap of persecution against him, I invited him in the letter to Morgan. In all probability, I should have done the same thing, from the same motive, if not for the attachment which I had conceived for him. Col. B. however had left Pittsburgh, before my letter reached it, and it remains now in my son's Bureau at Pittsburgh. On the 24th last August, I received a letter from Col. B. dated at Pittsburgh, informing me, that he should dine with me next day. (Here Mr. Hay handed the letter to Col. M. who said, that the letter was dated on the 21st, and that he had not for some time seen him, as he had transmitted it to the President of the United States. This letter was handed to me by a man, who called himself Count Wilkie. I believe my father did not call on me that evening; but next morning I informed him, if I was able, I should certainly go and meet Col. B.; and I requested him and his brother to do it, with a letter of introduction explanatory of their names and the intention. What conversation took place between him and my son, I shall not rate.—Col. B. mentioned to me in conversation, Col. Dupre, as one of the first military characters of the age. I shall pass over the conversation on incidents during dinner. After dinner I spoke of our fine country; I observed that when I first went there, there was not a single family between the Allegheny mountain and the Ohio; and that by and bye we should have Congress sitting in this neighborhood, or at Pittsburgh. We are allowed to sport these thin — over glass of wine. "No; never," said Col. B. "for in less than five years you will be totally divided from the Atlantic states." The colonel entered into some arguments to prove, it would and should be so. The first reason was, the produce of the state of the western lands being carried to the Atlantic States, and then to the rest of the world should not be tributary to them. He said that our taxes were very heavy; and demanded, why we should pay them to the Atlantic parts of the country. By time I took an opportunity to observe, Col. B. I hoped that no such things would happen at least in my time. This observation terminated the conversation as to that particular point. It then turned upon the weak and imbecility of the G. Government; I recollect saying anything on the subject; I began to think, that all was not right. He with 200 men could drive Congress with President at its head into the river Potomac, or that it might be done; and he said with 200 men he could take possession of New-York. He appealed to Col. Dupre, if it could not
Independence. There is no other nation on earth, that submits to the forcible seizure of persons under their protection and within their jurisdiction.—Russia may admit some of her seamen to remain in the British fleets, so far the Swedes or Danes, but it is because the seamen do not claim to return; they do not allow one man to be taken from them by force, weak as they are when compared with England. If there is no part of the laws of nations, or of treaties which sanctions a right to search for and take from our vessels those who navigate them; if there is no precedent of the submission by other nations, why are we to set the evil example, and by surrendering an undoubted right, expose our commerce to ruin, and our flag to disgrace? Britain herself has an ordinance, according to which any seaman who serves two years on board her fleet becomes naturalized as a subject: no man can become a citizen of this country but by a previous residence of five years; yet it is contended, that Britain shall have permission to search for and take the latter from our ships whilst we cannot receive the former. She has nothing more to do, to naturalize our native seamen than to take care to keep them two years in her fleet: then she may seize and take them as deserters, if they attempt to return to their own country—yet she claims a right to take from us, men who voluntarily become citizens and who voluntarily navigate our ships. Another pretext for seizure is that there is a similarity between the language and names of the people of both nations—but this operates with equal or greater force in our favour, and against the seizure of our citizens. There is no seizure of property much less condemnation, without proof being given by the captors that the property is contraband or seized in an unlawful commerce; yet a British captain takes no trouble to prove his claim to a seaman found on board our ships; if he speaks English and has a name any way resembling names common in Britain, the proof is deemed sufficient. Impression of our own native citizens ever will be the consequence of search and a right to seize any of the armed crews of our ships; there is no way to avoid the evil, but by maintaining the right of our flag; and if we do not maintain it now, can we hereafter expect to recover it? If Britain has the right contended for, why do not her emitters give us something more than assertions, and pretences of expediency and policy, to prove it—we think the discussion irrelevant and useless at present, but we do not therefore fear to enter into it; we challenge the production of any authority to substantiate the claim, we deny its existence, and it is for those who assert it, to satisfy us that their clamor does not originate in a base subserviency to British influence. Aurora.
Independence. There is no other nation on earth, that submits to the forcible seizure of persons under their protection and within their jurisdiction.—Russia may admit some of her seamen to remain in the British fleets, so far the Swedes or Danes, but it is because the seamen do not claim to return; they do not allow one man to be taken from them by force, weak as they are when compared with England. If there is no part of the laws of nations, or of treaties which sanctions a right to search for and take from our vessels those who navigate them; if there is no precedent of the submission by other nations, why are we to set the evil example, and by surrendering an undoubted right, expose our commerce to ruin, and our flag to disgrace? Britain herself has an ordinance, according to which any seaman who serves two years on board her fleet becomes naturalized as a subject: no man can become a citizen of this country but by a previous residence of five years; yet it is contended, that Britain shall have permission to search for and take the latter from our ships whilst we cannot receive the former. She has nothing more to do, to naturalize our native seamen than to take care to keep them two years in her fleet: then she may seize and take them as deserters, if they attempt to return to their own country—yet she claims a right to take from us, men who voluntarily become citizens and who voluntarily navigate our ships. Another pretext for seizure is that there is a similarity between the language and names of the people of both nations—but this operates with equal or greater force in our favour, and against the seizure of our citizens. There is no seizure of property much less condemnation, without proof being given by the captors that the property is contraband or seized in an unlawful commerce; yet a British captain takes no trouble to prove his claim to a seaman found on board our ships; if he speaks English and has a name any way resembling names common in Britain, the proof is deemed sufficient. Impression of our own native citizens ever will be the consequence of search and a right to seize any of the armed crews of our ships; there is no way to avoid the evil, but by maintaining the right of our flag; and if we do not maintain it now, can we hereafter expect to recover it? If Britain has the right contended for, why do not her emitters give us something more than assertions, and pretences of expediency and policy, to prove it—we think the discussion irrelevant and useless at present, but we do not therefore fear to enter into it; we challenge the production of any authority to substantiate the claim, we deny its existence, and it is for those who assert it, to satisfy us that their clamor does not originate in a base subserviency to British influence. Aurora.
PORTLAND, August 10.
PORTLAND, August 10.
Commodore Preble remains extremely low. He left on Saturday in a hired Boston packet to take a stretch out to sea, from which he expects to derive benefit—He will be absent five or six weeks; has good attendants, and hopes are entertained of him.
Commodore Preble remains extremely low. He left on Saturday in a hired Boston packet to take a stretch out to sea, from which he expects to derive benefit—He will be absent five or six weeks; has good attendants, and hopes are entertained of him.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15.
COMMUNICATION.
COMMUNICATION.
It is said that the secretary of war, Capt. Tingey and others, after viewing on the 10th inst. the shores and position of the point at Warburton, in order to erect forts and batteries thereon, report highly of the place as well calculated for the annoyance of ships passing up it, and where the channel is from 10 to 18 fathoms deep, close in at this shore. Other highly favorable reports are given of the spot, as commanding vessels in all directions, and at point blank shot within 500 yards. A very high ridge and promontory (not commanded by any other) can give secure protection to any works on its slope, and to a flour battery. It is hoped the work will begin soon, it being a very disagreeable truth, that even a frigate of an enemy can come the whole of this length and valuable river, and insult with impunity either the city, Georgetown or Alexandria.
It is said that the secretary of war, Capt. Tingey and others, after viewing on the 10th inst. the shores and position of the point at Warburton, in order to erect forts and batteries thereon, report highly of the place as well calculated for the annoyance of ships passing up it, and where the channel is from 10 to 18 fathoms deep, close in at this shore. Other highly favorable reports are given of the spot, as commanding vessels in all directions, and at point blank shot within 500 yards. A very high ridge and promontory (not commanded by any other) can give secure protection to any works on its slope, and to a flour battery. It is hoped the work will begin soon, it being a very disagreeable truth, that even a frigate of an enemy can come the whole of this length and valuable river, and insult with impunity either the city, Georgetown or Alexandria.
AUTHENTIC.
AUTHENTIC.
The following extracts from a letter written by a gentleman of high station and authority in Halifax, dated July 25, 1807, to an English gentleman in Boston, will be found to merit serious attention.
The following extracts from a letter written by a gentleman of high station and authority in Halifax, dated July 25, 1807, to an English gentleman in Boston, will be found to merit serious attention.
"I cannot avoid taking the earliest opportunity of expressing to you my extreme satisfaction at the temperate and dispassionate manner in which the public at Boston seem inclined to discuss the late unfortunate transaction which took place off the Capes of Virginia, between his Majesty's ship Leopard, and the U. States frigate the Chesapeake:—as I am perfectly convinced when every circumstance comes to be investigated, those heat-burnings and animosities which the enemies to both countries are endeavouring to foment, will be done away. I can only express my will, that their brethren to the southward had acted as wisely and as cautiously as the meeting at Boston:—Great Britain would then have no just cause of complaint, and those aggressions which she cannot famely overlook, would not have happened."
"I cannot avoid taking the earliest opportunity of expressing to you my extreme satisfaction at the temperate and dispassionate manner in which the public at Boston seem inclined to discuss the late unfortunate transaction which took place off the Capes of Virginia, between his Majesty's ship Leopard, and the U. States frigate the Chesapeake:—as I am perfectly convinced when every circumstance comes to be investigated, those heat-burnings and animosities which the enemies to both countries are endeavouring to foment, will be done away. I can only express my will, that their brethren to the southward had acted as wisely and as cautiously as the meeting at Boston:—Great Britain would then have no just cause of complaint, and those aggressions which she cannot famely overlook, would not have happened."
"It is my most earnest desire to prove to America how much mistaken those persons are, who think it is not the inclination as well as the interest of my country to remain at peace with her. If it were not, we certainly should be fully justified, with the power we possess, to retaliate most completely those injuries and insults which the meetings at Norfolk have that proper, without the authority of their government, to heap upon his Majesty's ships, and in violation of the Proclamation issued by the President of the U. States."
"It is my most earnest desire to prove to America how much mistaken those persons are, who think it is not the inclination as well as the interest of my country to remain at peace with her. If it were not, we certainly should be fully justified, with the power we possess, to retaliate most completely those injuries and insults which the meetings at Norfolk have that proper, without the authority of their government, to heap upon his Majesty's ships, and in violation of the Proclamation issued by the President of the U. States."
"I now understand, from the authority of that Proclamation of the President's that the deserters which were so frequently demanded, and so often refused, were supposed to be natives of the United States. Justice to our country, therefore, requires us to undeviate the public as well as the President, who has been most shamefully abused and misled by whoever dared to propagate such a falsehood. It will, however, be found, that, of those men, who were taken out of the Chesapeake, not one is an American, and that one has received very large additional bounties from this very province, as an English seaman; that the gunner of his Majesty's ship Chichester, who acted as an officer either in that capacity or some other on board the Chesapeake, who was investigated by promises to desert his country and his sovereign's colours, and who was killed, was an Englishman; and two more seamen who were likewise killed were British seamen; and that the men, who have survived, have confessed that the crew of the Chesapeake was composed of many more English deserters, who could not be identified by the Leopard's officers, and in consequence were suffered to remain. These are the facts, and of course need no comment."
"I now understand, from the authority of that Proclamation of the President's that the deserters which were so frequently demanded, and so often refused, were supposed to be natives of the United States. Justice to our country, therefore, requires us to undeviate the public as well as the President, who has been most shamefully abused and misled by whoever dared to propagate such a falsehood. It will, however, be found, that, of those men, who were taken out of the Chesapeake, not one is an American, and that one has received very large additional bounties from this very province, as an English seaman; that the gunner of his Majesty's ship Chichester, who acted as an officer either in that capacity or some other on board the Chesapeake, who was investigated by promises to desert his country and his sovereign's colours, and who was killed, was an Englishman; and two more seamen who were likewise killed were British seamen; and that the men, who have survived, have confessed that the crew of the Chesapeake was composed of many more English deserters, who could not be identified by the Leopard's officers, and in consequence were suffered to remain. These are the facts, and of course need no comment."

done: he bowed assent. There was a reply made to this by one of my sons, that he would be damned if they could take one little town of Cannonburg with that force. Some time after this, Col. B. went out from the Dining room to the passage and beckoned to my son Thomas. They went out and had some conversation. What that conversation was, I shall leave to my son himself to tell. Soon after a walk was proposed to my son's rail and the company went. When they returned, one (or both of my sons) came to caution me, and said, "You may depend on it, Col. B. this might open himself to you. He wants Tom to go with him." After the usual conversation, Col. B. went up stairs, and as I thought to go to bed. Mrs. Morgan was reading to me, as is usual when the family have retired; when about 11 o'clock, and when I thought he had been asleep an hour, she told me that Col. B. was coming, and as she had heard my son's conversation, she added "you'll have it now." Col. B. came with a candle in his hand. Mrs. Morgan immediately retired. The Colonel took his seat by me. He drew from his pocket a book; I suppose it was a memorandum book. After looking at it, he asked me, if I knew a Mr. Vego of Fort Vincent, a Spaniard. I replied, yes; I knew him; I had reasons to know him. One was, that I had reasons to believe that he was deeply involved in the British conspiracy in '88, as I supposed; the object of which was to separate the states; and which General Neville and myself had suppressed. I called it a nefarious thing to aim at the division of the states. I was careful to put great emphasis on the word nefarious . Col. B. finding what kind of man he had to deal with, suddenly stopped, thrust into his pocket the book which I saw had blank leaves in it, and retired to bed. I believe I was pretty well understood. The next morning Col. B. and Col. Dupre went off before breakfast, without my expecting it; in company with my son; and from that time to this, I have not seen him but in this place. My son agreed with me, that I should apprise the President of our impressions, and point out a mode by which Col. B. might be followed step by step. —Mr. McRae. After your observations about the country and the subsequent conversation, did the prisoner draw any comparison between the Eastern and Western States? A. He said, "Keep yourself on this side of the mountain, and you'll never be disturbed." By which I understood that there was an attempt to be made to effect a division. —There is one more circumstance, which I must state to the court. The Sunday after, the judge of our circuit court dined with me. I requested him to mention the circumstances to Gen. Neville, and invited him to come the following Sunday to dinner, with judges Thilman and Roberts, for I had business of the first importance to communicate. They did not dine with me on that day; but they did on the following Sunday. These gentlemen wrote a joint letter to the President, informing him of my communications to them.
Cross-Examined. Mr. Burr. What sort of a book was the one I had in my hand? Was it bound? A. It was not so large as this; I do not recollect whether it was bound, as it would not be very polite in me to take particular notice of such things, when gentlemen are at my own house. Q. When you spoke of a nefarious plan, to what transaction did you allude? A. To Vego's plan, which I conceived was intended to deliver the union. Q. Who were present, when judge Thilman saw you? A. General Neville and Judge Roberts. Q. Was there any other from Pittsburg? A. None. Q. Your conversation was then about the moving of Congress to Pittsburg? A. My manner might have been peculiar; but not my meaning. Q. Did you not once live on the Mississippi? A. I did with the approbation of my country. Q. Where was it? A. At New Madrid. Q. On which side of the Mississippi? A. The west. Q. In the Spanish Territories? A. With the approbation of the Spanish government. Q. How long did you live there? A. About 40 days. I went from that place to N. Orleans, where I detected a British spy. Q. In what year? A. In '88.
Gen. Morgan was then called in at the request of the prisoner. Mr. Burr. What was the situation of your father, about the time of my visit? A. He had lately had a fall, which had done him considerable injury. Q. I mean as to his capacity. Did you not make some apology to Judge Thilman for the state of his mind? A. I did tell Judge Thilman, that my father was old and infirm; and like other old men, he told long stories and was apt to forget his repetitions. Mr. McRae. What was the prisoner's reply to your explanation? A. When Col. B. said that with 200 men he could drive the President and Congress into the Potomac, I must confess that I felt myself hurt and I replied with some warmth "I'll be damned, Sir, if you could take the little town of Cannonburg with that force." Col. B. replied "confine yourself to this side of the mountain; and it is another thing." Mr. Burr. Do you recollect that the probability of a Spanish war was mentioned? A. It was a general subject of conversation.
(Evidence to be continued.)
Since our last paper, the court have been principally engaged in the discussion of the points which we therein touched upon. On Friday, Mr. Wickham concluded his remarks; in which he attempted to prove, that the proposition, that an actual or potential force is essential to levying war. Upon this principle he reviewed the evidence already adduced. To complete the evidence relative to the overt act , Israel Miller and Purley Howe, were then introduced on the part of the U. States. Mr. Randolph occupied the rest of the day in support of the motion. Mr. Hay requested the court to wave the further discussion of these points till Monday, to allow him time for studying such extremely novel and important questions. — Granted.
On Saturday, Herman Blennerhassett appeared in court and the indictment against him was read. —Mr. Batts suggested that there was a misnomer in the indictment, and as he had not had an opportunity, since discovering it, of consulting the gentlemen with him in his defence, he should ask for a postponement of the arraignment of Herman Blennerhassett till some day in the next week. This course was still further recommended by the consideration, that the fate of this indictment & the time to be fixed upon for summoning of the witnesses on the trial, if there was one at all, might materially depend upon the fate of the questions now before the court.
The Co. Justice observed that there was only one of those points which could affect him. There was no sort of question, considering the evidence adduced, that Mr. Bl. had been present on the island; and he was of course not interested in that point. —Mr. Martin. The question which affects him, is, whether any evidence has been produced that there is any thing like an Overt Act of levying war. —The arraignment was accordingly put off.
Mr. McRae hoped that the court when it adjourned would adjourn till Monday 12 o'clock; and affixed the importance of the ques-
tions now before it, as a sufficient reason. — Chief Justice admitted that upon the fate of these questions, being decided in favor of the prisoner, would depend the fate of the prosecution. He was extremely willing to give all the time to the counsel for the prosecution which they might require for a consideration of these questions. —Mr. Martin observed that before they adjourned he would suggest new authorities on two points for the consideration of Gentlemen: 1. That it was the right and duty of the court to decide, whether an overt act has been proved by two witnesses: 2d. What authority extrajudicial opinions ought to have with the court. Mr. M. alluded to the opinion of the supreme court in the cases of Bollman and Swartwout, which has been relied on by the prosecution as authority, that the exertion of force is not essential to treason. The counsel for the prisoner contended it is not authority, because it was an extrajudicial opinion.
Yesterday, the court met at 12, when Mr. McRae proceeded with the discussion before them: This day Mr. Wirt will resume the argument. It is not expected that the court will deliver their opinion before Friday or Saturday. We shall present a sketch of all the arguments, when they are concluded.
FOR THE ENQUIRER.
In the present posture of our affairs, the subject of national defence becomes interesting to every American. The indignation excited by British influence has abolished all party distinctions, and united the people of America into one fraternal band. It is highly important, therefore, that all the measures which have for their object the establishment of an effective military force, should take their complexion from the times, and be formed on an enlarged, just and liberal scale. They should contain nothing local, nothing partial, nothing secret . They should be published to the world, canvassed with freedom, and calculated to call forth the collective talents and experience of our country. Should a different policy be pursued, I will not say that it will damp the ardor of the American people, but it will plant the seeds of hatred and disunion, which may hereafter grow to an alarming magnitude.
It is a subject of deep regret, that at the very threshold of war, a measure should have been adopted by our state Executive, which has excited feelings in the community, very unfriendly to that unanimity which is so essential at the present crisis. This evil would perhaps have been avoided, if the plan had been announced to the public, before it was fully matured. It could then have been ascertained, whether it was adapted to the genius of the people, whether it could stand the test of public enquiry, or whether it would counteract the very objects which it had in view. Since however, the executive have thought proper to pursue a different course, there is no alternative left, but to acquiesce in silence, on a question of national importance, or to exercise the unpleasant right of arraigning the legality, the policy and the wisdom of the measure.
It must be easily perceived, that I allude to the creation of a new brigade or legion, which is to consist of four regiments, to be commanded by the first colonel, who is to be appointed brigadier-general. This corps is to be distinct from the body of the militia . In the case of war, they are to serve during its continuance, on the footing of regular soldiers. Commissions have already issued to the captains, who are to fill up their companies with volunteers. The field officers, if not already commissioned, are certainly designated. This is a general outline of the plan, and as I do not intend to enter much into its details, this sketch will be sufficient for the present purpose.
From what source do the executive derive the power to create a new military corps, entirely distinct from the militia established by law? The power of the executive must be derived either from the constitution, or the laws, of the state. Do either of these sanction the measure under consideration? This is surely a question of no trifling importance.
The only article of the constitution which has any relation to this subject is the 15th. That article provides only, that the militia officers then in commission shall be continued: that vacancies shall be supplied by appointment of the Governor, with the advice of the Privy Council, or recommendations from the respective county courts; that the Governor and council shall have power to suspend an officer and order a court martial; that they may supply vacancies happening when in actual service: and that they may embody the militia, giving the command to the Governor.
It would be a waste of time to prove, that the raising of a new brigade independent of the established militia, cannot fall under the definition of continuing officers actually in commission ; or of supplying vacancies which may happen either in actual service or not, or of embodying the militia . These clauses manifestly relate to the militia actually in existence, and not to any new corps, which is not placed on the footing of the militia of the state.
I say a new corps not on the footing of the militia. They do not belong to any particular division of the state; they do not form any one of those brigades which alone are marked out by law; nay, it is even said, that the officers of the legion may still hold commissions under the militia law. It is evident therefore, that the legion does not form any part of the militia system, but is, in every part of its structure, a new military establishment.
If then we can find nothing in the constitution, which will embrace the present measure, let us search for the power in the various laws which have been enacted, at different times, to regulate the militia. I will not wander over that wide expanse of demerit & inconsistent provisions , commonly called the militia law. It will be sufficient briefly to notice those parts of it which have any affinity to the present question. The 27th section of the act of 1792, and the 34th of the year 1795, merely give to the Executive the power of calling forth the militia in case of actual invasion or of probable cause thereof.
The 29th section of the law of 1792, gives to the Executive the power, in case it appears, upon calling forth the militia, that the necessary numbers and ranks of officers will not attend the detachments, for officering them at the places of rendezvous, to appoint such officers as may be necessary from the counties called upon, as they may think proper, to join the detachment so raised.
These clauses cannot be tortured into any meaning, which would authorize the measure under consideration. The 2d and 3d clauses in the act of 1793, point out the mode by which alone appointments are to be made by the Executive. The first of these sections requires the county and corporation courts, on or before the May term ensuing the passage of the law, to recommend to the Governor and Council, the officers necessary to complete the regiments, battalions and companies within their respective jurisdictions, according to their grades and seniority within their respective companies. The second section declares, that all future vacancies shall be supplied in the same manner.
The 5th section of the law of 1795, only alters the former law so far as to empower the Executive to appoint, without a recommendation from the courts, where vacancies shall occur.
If there be any law to authorize the issuing of commissions to the officers of the legion, it must be the 14th section of the act of 1795. That section empowers the Governor and Council to issue commissions for at least one captain, one lieutenant, and one ensign to each battalion, who shall proceed by voluntary enlistment within their battalion, to enroll a sufficient number of men to complete their company or companies, and to be called grenadiers, light infantry, or riflemen, at the discretion of the commanding officer of the regiment. It may be contended, that as the Executive can commission any number of companies in a regiment under these appellations, they can commission the captains of the legion and other company officers, who may tender their services to the President and enter into service in case of actual war. This argument would only be an evasion of the law. The object contemplated was, to raise a sufficient number of light companies, to be attached to the existing regiments. It would, therefore, be an abuse of the law, to issue more than the number of commissions necessary for this purpose, in order to raise indirectly, a new military body. But the law directs that the light companies shall be raised within their respective battalions . No such limitation, however, is prescribed to the captains in the legion. They may enlist their companies out of many battalions, or perhaps out of the whole state. But what follows conclusively, that the new companies cannot be protected under this law, is the fact, that those who were before in commission, do not lose the prior office, by accepting a commission in the legion. This is stated in the effay which is introductory to the circular letter, and which wears something like an official stamp. Let us suppose then, that a man who is already a captain of infantry receives a new commission as captain in the legion. It could hardly be pretended that his second appointment was made under the law just referred to, because he already had an appointment under that law. It must therefore be a new and distinct office, and not an appendage to the militia.
These are the only laws which have any relation to this subject, and it must be manifest to every candid mind, that they give the Executive no power to issue commissions to the officers of the legion, who are to be placed on a distinct establishment from the militia.
The idea of giving a commission which is to be so far active, as to authorise the holder to recruit a company, and so far dormant as not to interfere with any prior commission, is a new and ingenious fiction, worthy of the most astute of the Westminister tribe. If a captain of the legion were to be asked by what authority he was raising a company, he would produce his commission; if he should be asked what right he had to muster his company in the militia, he would say, that his commission in the militia was not affected by his commission in the legion. His legionary honors are, what the lawyers, I think, term, in abeyance . They fade in the autumn, only to bloom with new beauty in the spring.
It is said, however, that this measure is authorized by the act of Congress, which empowers the President to accept the services of 30,000 volunteers. Not having an opportunity to examine that law, I cannot speak with certainty as to its provisions. But this may be affirmed with confidence; that unless the constitution or laws of Virginia give to the Executive the power of issuing commissions to the officers of the legion, they cannot derive that power from any law of Congress. The Executive of the state are created by the state constitution and derive all their powers from that instrument and the laws of Virginia. The federal government can give them no authority which is not sanctioned by one or other of those sources of power. The opposite doctrine would annihilate at once the independence of the several states. Our legislature have been studious to close every avenue to federal influence in the state government. But should this doctrine be received, the whole flood would burst upon us, and sweep before it every institution which belongs exclusively to the states. The federal government, it is true, have a control over the militia. But they can never give to the state Executive, any power which did not previously belong to them.
Upon a full view of the constitution and laws of Virginia, I am convinced that the Executive had no power to issue commissions to the officers of the legion, and that they have adopted a measure which was more properly a subject for legislative interference. On some future occasion I may, perhaps, make a few remarks upon its policy and the manner in which it has been executed.
VIRGINIENSIS.
FOR THE ENQUIRER.
The following LINES were prompted by the view of the military movements on Saturday the 15th inst.
Richmond, August 16, 1807. Shall Loyal tyrants whom no laws restrain, Dare to usurp, old Neptune's sole domain? Go, brutal Leopard, change thy spots and fly, To ruthless deeds, and flams of deeper die; Triumphant ride along the briny flood, Already blushing, with a brother's blood, Yet time may come, when vengeance shall await Thy crimson crimes—by yet retarding fate. Shall British ruffians, depredade our coast? Shall then our dear-bought liberties be lost? Ah! no—sooner be wrapt our towns in fire, Our fields be ravag'd, and our village expire. Have Patriotsoi'd?—Have Heroes bled in vain? No—What our Sires acquired—we will maintain. Shall both supine, unnerve amid alarm? Shall vengeance sleep, beneath the pallid arm? Ah! No. See in martial pomp array'd, The mounted youth unbathed the glittering blade, The Infantry in warlike order move, Fir'd with a manly zeal of patriot love; The crested helm—the nodding plumes afar, Move like the portent of approaching war; The Silver Greys, err'd by'd, a veteran horde, Gird to their aged sides—the avenging sword. The music loud—the heroic bosoms fire; The pealing drum—the clanging trump inspire, Wake the fierce Spirit, of our free-born youth, To scenes victorious—or triumphal death. The standard EAGLE—fears aloft in air, Nor dreads the LYON thundering in the war. On PUBLIC VIRTUE, stands our rock sublime, Nor fears the assaults of foes, nor feyche of time, Around her altars, shall our youth repair, And FREEDOM find her holy Guardians there, And there pronounce the great and fixed decree, "That Sons of Freemen, ever shall be Free." If peace—lov'd peace—compell'd retire afar, And war grim-visag'd mount his crimson Car; Rouse then, ye Sons—obey your Country's call, Prepar'd to vanquish, or reliev'd to fall, Conscious of right; at honor's call to aid, You spring to vengeance; guardians of the state. And, thou, O WASHINGTON, with partial eye, Bend o'er the chrysal ramparts of the sky, Thy fons as erst, with victory inspire; Minerva's wisdom add to Mars's fire, In Battle's hour, the immortal Regis shield, Thro' all the devastation of the field.
So shall glad victory, o'er our standard wave, And Beauty's brightest charms, reward the brave. Let mothers, sisters, wives, inspire the heart, And all that Loos or Duty can impart. Renounce the luxury of inglorious ease, The city's listening charms; the rural breeze. Like Eaton ; brave, in hardihood despise The sandy desert, and intener skies. Promp to defend, to fences of peril fly, And indignation flash from every eye, Then swear to uphold, "the great and fixed Decree, "That Sons of Freemen, shall be ever free."
GENERAL ORDERS.
Richmond, August 15, 1807.
Since the general orders of the 17th of July, the President of the United States has urged on the Governor of this state, the importance of encouraging, by all the means he may possess, such volunteer associations as are contemplated and authorized by the Act of Congress, passed the 24th day of February last, and when organized, to be received as part of the quota of militia recently required to be held in readiness at the shortest notice.
The Governor deems it unnecessary to make any observations on the importance of placing ourselves in a state of the most perfect preparation for every issue. All parts of the state have manifested so deep a sense of the injuries and insults offered to us, so firm a determination to have our wrongs redressed or avenged, and so ardent a desire to second, by every effort, whatever measures may be adopted by our government, that it only remains for the constituted authorities to prefer the course in which the exertions of our fellow citizens can be most useful to our common country. Standing armies are incompatible with the genius of our government and the spirit of our people. But a body of men formed on the principles and on the terms of the act of Congress above referred to, will afford us, at the commencement of war, should the injustice or intatuation of the British government lead to that issue, all the advantages, without any of the evils of a standing army; and the period of their service, being for twelve months, will give ample time to raise and organize a regular force for taking the field in place of such of them as may not be inclined to become a part of the regular army. The Volunteer Corps will consist of such companies, battalions, regiments, brigades or divisions, already organized and forming a part of the militia, as shall voluntarily tender their services; or of such associations of individuals, from any or every part of the state as may be formed for the sole purpose of tendering their services to the president. Corps of the above description will continue to be commanded by the officers holding commissions in them at the time of tendering their services. But it is deemed essential to the formation of Volunteer associations of the second class, that their first officers should be of their own choice. Let not the present officers of the militia suppose for a moment, that by this principle it is intended to detract from their merit, or deprive them of the opportunity of serving their country in their present or even higher stations. They have a double advantage; they may either, by their influence, prevail on their present corps to tender their services, in which case they will still continue as their head, or failing in that, they have the best opportunities of forming associations consisting of all such persons as may be attracted by their great respectability and superior knowledge of military affairs—Of associations, which they may thus form, they will certainly have the command. Their merit is well known to the Governor, and their just rights and privileges will be most carefully guarded.
In these associations, so anxiously desired by the President and so useful to our country, the Governor is so far from perceiving any thing to wound the honour of the present Officers of the Militia, that he calls upon them all, of every grade, for their zealous co-operation in encouraging them by all the means in their power. The call is addressed to their patriotism, and he is confident that it will not be made in vain. As to those corps not already organized, and to which it will therefore be necessary to appoint Officers, the Executive of Virginia will commission officers on the principles above mentioned; and as it may be one of the best means of encouraging them, they will even grant commissions, previous to the formation of the associations, to persons approved by them, and who may give satisfactory assurances of their ability to form them. The Governor has the pleasure to state from the assurances of the Secretary at War, that the members of all Volunteer Corps under the act of Congress referred to, will stand on high ground as candidates for officers in the regular army, if such an army shall be deemed necessary.
It is not intended to exclude such volunteers as may tender their services for six months, under the Act of Congress of the 18th of April 1806, but only to give a preference to those who may tender themselves for 12 months under the act of the 24th of February last; and if there shall be any who will not only tender themselves for twelve months, but will also engage to be transferred to the regular army, in case one should be established, for and during the War, they will be preferred to all others. The tenders of service should in all cases designate the act of Congress under which they are made. In the event of more volunteers tendering themselves, under either or both acts of Congress, than shall amount to the proportion required from any particular division, the Major Generals will not reject them, but will report the cases specially.
Where the Drafts shall not already have been made, they should be completed as soon as practicable, for volunteers who may tender themselves at any time before orders for taking the field, will be accepted as substitutes for the drafted militia.
The Major Generals will be pleased to report, from time to time, the number of Volunteers they may receive under either act of Congress.
WM. H. CABELL. By the Governor, Attest, SAMUEL COLEMAN, D. A. G.
AN ACT Authorizing the President of the United States to accept the service of a number of volunteer companies, not exceeding thirty thousand men.
Sec. 1. BE it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the President of the United States be, and he hereby is, authorized to accept of any company or companies, of volunteers, either of artillery, cavalry, or infantry, who may associate and offer themselves for the service, not exceeding thirty thousand men, who shall be clothed and furnished with horses at their own expense, and armed and equipped at the expense of the United States, after they shall be called into service, except such of them as may choose to furnish their own arms, and whose commissioned officers shall be appointed in the manner prescribed by law in the several states and territories to which such companies shall, respectively, belong: Provided, That where any company,
battalion, regiment, brigade, or division of militia, already organized, shall tender their voluntary service to the United States, such company, battalion, regiment, brigade or division shall continue to be commanded by the officers holding commissions in the same, at the time of such tender, and any vacancy thereafter occurring shall be filled in the mode pointed out by law in the state, or territory, wherein the said company, battalion, regiment, brigade, or division shall have been originally raised.
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That any company, battalion, regiment, brigade, or division thus offering itself for the service, shall be liable to be called upon to do military duty at any time the President of the United States shall judge proper, within two years after he shall accept the same, and shall be bound to continue in service for the term of twelve months after they shall have arrived at the place of rendezvous, unless sooner discharged, and when called into actual service, and whilst remaining therein, shall be under the same rules and regulations, and be entitled to the same pay, rations, forage and emoluments of every kind, bounty and clothing excepted, with the regular troops of the United States. Provided, That in lieu of clothing every non-commissioned officer and private, in any company, who may thus offer themselves, shall be entitled, when called into actual service, to receive in money, a sum equal to the cost of clothing of a non-commissioned officer, or private (as the case may be) in the regular troops of the United States.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That the President of the United States be, and he hereby is, authorized to organize the companies so tendering their service as aforesaid into battalions, squadrons, regiments, brigades and divisions, as soon as the number of volunteers shall render such organization, in his judgment, expedient; but until called into actual service, such companies shall be bound to do regular militia duty as is required by law in like manner as before the passage of this act.
Sec. 4. And be it further enacted, That in case any volunteer above mentioned, while in actual service, shall sustain any damage, by injury done to his horse, or such other equipment as shall have been furnished at his own expense, or by loss of the same, without any fault or negligence on his part, a reasonable sum, to be ascertained in such manner as the President of the United States may direct, shall be allowed and paid to such volunteer for each and every such damage or loss.
Sec. 5. And be it further enacted, That the sum of five hundred thousand dollars, to be paid out of any monies in the treasury not otherwise appropriated, be and the same hereby is appropriated towards defraying any expense incurred by virtue of the provisions of this act.
NATHL. MACON, Speaker of the House of Representatives. GEO. CLINTON, Vice-President of the United States, and President of the Senate. February 24, 1807. APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
ERRATA.—A communication in this paper, of the 24th ultimo, erroneously stated 'Robinson Ford,' instead of 'Robinson Lord,' as Captain of the 2nd battalion of 33rd regiment.
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BY virtue of a deed of trust, executed on the 24th day of May, 1806; whereby David Rofs conveyed to us, a tract of Land called Coles, in the county of Goochland, containing by a then late survey, 1510 acres; also, another tract a small distance from that called Coles, containing 200 acres, more or less, it being the same land, that the said Rofs purchased from John Hughes & wife, and also the tract of land called Mount Prospect, the greater part of which lies in Fluvanna, containing by estimation 1200 acres, except 225 acres heretofore sold by the said Rofs, out of the said tract, to Samuel Pettie, to raise the sum of eleven thousand and four hundred dollars, with interest thereon, from the 1st January, 1807, together with all charges and expenses of sale; and in pursuance of a requisition made in writing, under the provisions of the said deed: I shall on the 22nd day of September next, before the front door of the Eagle Tavern, in the city of Richmond, sell for ready money, all and singular, the land and estates above mentioned, at which time and place, conveyances will be made to the purchasers. A more particular description of the above property, may be seen by tracing the references contained in the said deed now of record, in the general court, under an acknowledgment of the same in court, on the 12th June 1806.
THOS. NORVELL. August 24. est.
TO BE RENTED. THE TENEMENT opposite the post office, at present occupied by Mr. John Southgate. On the lowest floor are a store and counting room, and under them is a dry cellar. The upper apartments are adapted to the accommodation of a family. Attached to this tenement are a kitchen and smoke-house, and a piece of ground, immediately back of it, extending to the Capitol Square, and having upon it a small wooden lumber house. Possession will be given the first day of October next. For terms enquire of Messrs. Taylor & Brown. JOHN BROWN. August 25. est.
FOR SALE. A VALUABLE Tract of Land, in Hanover county, containing 307 acres, lying on Chickahominy Swamp, about one mile below Mr. James Mann, living on the main road, that leads from Richmond to Col. Goodall's, and within 14 miles of the city of Richmond. The Land is well watered, and has some very valuable meadow ground; part of which is reclaimed. There is on the Land, a good framed dwelling house, containing four rooms below and two above, with two brick chimneys; a large barn and other convenient out-houses. There are on the plantation two good orchards, of a variety of choice fruit trees. A further description is deemed unnecessary, as it is presumed any person inclined to purchase, will choose to view the premises. I will sell it on a credit of 1, 2 and 3 years, on the payments being satisfactorily secured; or I will take the greater part in young negroes or western Lands, if I like them. Any person wishing to purchase will apply to Mr. John Wian, adjoining the premises, or to the subscriber. THOMAS WINN, jun. N. B. The title is indisputable. August 25. 1aw4w9
FOR SALE. ABOUT four acres of LAND in Adams Valley, a beautifully situated, as a recluse from town, although within the corporation; with meadow and upland; and two springs of excellent water. If not disposed of, entire, before Thursday the 10th of September, it will on that day be sold in half and quarter acre Lots; a plot of which will be shown those who wish to purchase. TO RENT.—The tenement lately occupied by Messrs Murphy & Blackburn, on the main street, a few doors below the market house, inferior to few in this city for a GROCERY. ALSO, TO RENT.—A tenement on the fifth cross street below the market house, near Mason's Hall; pleasantly situated, and convenient for a family. MICHAEL GRANTLAND, August 25. 1aw3w

LIBERUM MARE.
LIBERUM MARE.
Bell's Weekly Messenger, of London, contains the following publication, founded principally upon the outrage committed by Whitey at New-York, which is at once remarkable for its liberality and intelligence. The miserable emulators of Britain, in this country, dare not avow sentiments so candid and correct as we thus find even in a London print; there is scarcely a principle laid down in this article, that has not been disputed in this, our neutral and highly interested country.
Bell's Weekly Messenger, of London, contains the following publication, founded principally upon the outrage committed by Whitey at New-York, which is at once remarkable for its liberality and intelligence. The miserable emulators of Britain, in this country, dare not avow sentiments so candid and correct as we thus find even in a London print; there is scarcely a principle laid down in this article, that has not been disputed in this, our neutral and highly interested country.
The rights of trade are, in this article, well defined, and in such a way as this country demands. In one particular only, there appears an error or deficiency—mention is made of main sea in a loose sense, and leaves room to conjecture, that the writer made an exception for the narrow seas, as St. George's channel. It ought always to be understood, that the claims of Britain on this point, are not allowed—nations make no discrimination between the Atlantic and St. George's channel; they contend what may be exercised on one may also be performed on the other, without molestation. The question of jurisdiction over such seas, as the British term narrow, is settled at least by general consent. The Portuguese at one time claimed exclusive jurisdiction over the Indian ocean; and the navigation of the Baltic and Adriatic has given rise to repeated wars; but there has been no assent to the claim of any nation, to control a greater extent of sea from the coast, than could be passed by a cannon shot fired from shore. The remarks in the seventh paragraph, indeed, define the jurisdiction, beyond which it is unlawful to exercise hostilities, but occasion ought always to be taken to deny the claim of a belligerent to a greater extent on its coasts.
The rights of trade are, in this article, well defined, and in such a way as this country demands. In one particular only, there appears an error or deficiency—mention is made of main sea in a loose sense, and leaves room to conjecture, that the writer made an exception for the narrow seas, as St. George's channel. It ought always to be understood, that the claims of Britain on this point, are not allowed—nations make no discrimination between the Atlantic and St. George's channel; they contend what may be exercised on one may also be performed on the other, without molestation. The question of jurisdiction over such seas, as the British term narrow, is settled at least by general consent. The Portuguese at one time claimed exclusive jurisdiction over the Indian ocean; and the navigation of the Baltic and Adriatic has given rise to repeated wars; but there has been no assent to the claim of any nation, to control a greater extent of sea from the coast, than could be passed by a cannon shot fired from shore. The remarks in the seventh paragraph, indeed, define the jurisdiction, beyond which it is unlawful to exercise hostilities, but occasion ought always to be taken to deny the claim of a belligerent to a greater extent on its coasts.
We have here English authority, too, for saying that the administration of Pitt was distinguished by arbitrary and despotic measures towards neutrals—the men now in power are the underlings of that minister, and peruse the very same despotic system that he did.
We have here English authority, too, for saying that the administration of Pitt was distinguished by arbitrary and despotic measures towards neutrals—the men now in power are the underlings of that minister, and peruse the very same despotic system that he did.
We recommend this article to particular attention—justice could not have been expected, when Whitey had at his command the oaths of men, who put little value on them, and who were all indirectly implicated with him. If the testimony of our witnesses could have had effect, the commission of the outrage within our jurisdiction would have been established.
We recommend this article to particular attention—justice could not have been expected, when Whitey had at his command the oaths of men, who put little value on them, and who were all indirectly implicated with him. If the testimony of our witnesses could have had effect, the commission of the outrage within our jurisdiction would have been established.
EXTRACT.
EXTRACT.
The unfortunate affair of the death of Pierce, by a shot fired from the Leander , has excited much attention, not only in America, but amongst the neutral nations in Europe. We have some cause to believe, that it was not without some difficulty and great anxiety, that a general remembrance of all the neutral powers has been presented. It is with regret, that, our regard to truth and our national honor, requires us to concur in this opinion.
The unfortunate affair of the death of Pierce, by a shot fired from the Leander , has excited much attention, not only in America, but amongst the neutral nations in Europe. We have some cause to believe, that it was not without some difficulty and great anxiety, that a general remembrance of all the neutral powers has been presented. It is with regret, that, our regard to truth and our national honor, requires us to concur in this opinion.
The whole question turns upon the single point—whether it was done in the main sea, or in the waters of the United States?
The whole question turns upon the single point—whether it was done in the main sea, or in the waters of the United States?
By the principles of the law of nations, the main sea is considered as common to all nations—that all have the right of uninterrupted transit, and none any right of property or dominion. The Liberum Mare is a fundamental principle in the public law of Europe.
By the principles of the law of nations, the main sea is considered as common to all nations—that all have the right of uninterrupted transit, and none any right of property or dominion. The Liberum Mare is a fundamental principle in the public law of Europe.
The sea is thereby considered as a wide road, an extended path, and the freedom of transit as a part, and a most essential part, of the general liberty of nations. It has hence become a question, how far the right of search, with regard to neutral vessels, is founded upon the strictness of this law. Let us not be supposed as the willing advocates of new opinions, if we assert, that it can have no possible foundation—that it is, on the other hand, a direct violation of neutral rights—Our maritime superiority, however, gave it an enforced introduction, and the nations of Europe submitted to what they could not prevent; they acknowledged it, at least tacitly acknowledged it, as a branch of the general law, and gave us credit for the discovery. It was doubtless more consoling to the pride to obey a general, and therefore mutual law, than to submit to force. Hence the introduction of the right of search, the first infringement of the fundamental principles of commercial liberty—the Liberum Mare .
The sea is thereby considered as a wide road, an extended path, and the freedom of transit as a part, and a most essential part, of the general liberty of nations. It has hence become a question, how far the right of search, with regard to neutral vessels, is founded upon the strictness of this law. Let us not be supposed as the willing advocates of new opinions, if we assert, that it can have no possible foundation—that it is, on the other hand, a direct violation of neutral rights—Our maritime superiority, however, gave it an enforced introduction, and the nations of Europe submitted to what they could not prevent; they acknowledged it, at least tacitly acknowledged it, as a branch of the general law, and gave us credit for the discovery. It was doubtless more consoling to the pride to obey a general, and therefore mutual law, than to submit to force. Hence the introduction of the right of search, the first infringement of the fundamental principles of commercial liberty—the Liberum Mare .
But in what manner soever introduced, this right is now established, and as the practical public law is founded almost as much in usage as in neutral right, so has this original innovation become now in a degree sanctioned into a legitimate law. It has become a law of compact, if not of right, and as such will ever be added upon by any nation which shall find it to its advantage. With regard to us, it has been adopted as the basis of our neutral code, and is adhered to, and will continue to be adhered to, with scarcely less tenacity than our navigation act.
But in what manner soever introduced, this right is now established, and as the practical public law is founded almost as much in usage as in neutral right, so has this original innovation become now in a degree sanctioned into a legitimate law. It has become a law of compact, if not of right, and as such will ever be added upon by any nation which shall find it to its advantage. With regard to us, it has been adopted as the basis of our neutral code, and is adhered to, and will continue to be adhered to, with scarcely less tenacity than our navigation act.
But though the main sea, as we have said above, are considered as the common right of all, and the property or dominion of none, this liberty and common usage is confined to the main seas. In municipal regulations, with regard to navigable rivers, the fluxum is public property, the water on the immediate edge of the banks is the property, at least so far as it does not interfere with the public commonage, or right of traffic, of the proprietor of the bank; if a tree, a post, a fishery exist within so many feet of the bank, it belongs to him.
But though the main sea, as we have said above, are considered as the common right of all, and the property or dominion of none, this liberty and common usage is confined to the main seas. In municipal regulations, with regard to navigable rivers, the fluxum is public property, the water on the immediate edge of the banks is the property, at least so far as it does not interfere with the public commonage, or right of traffic, of the proprietor of the bank; if a tree, a post, a fishery exist within so many feet of the bank, it belongs to him.
The same limitation with regard to the Liberum Mare exists among nations. The coasts and waters of the coasts, are the peculiar waters—the property and dominion, of the nation which owns the coasts. Thus Spain prohibits all ships from approaching within a certain distance of her bays, rivers, and her coasts on the American main, and seizes as contraband and smuglers all vessels which transgress these limits. Thus the most contemptible of all nations, Portugal, is still more despotic with regard to the Brazil. The sea upon the coast, and in the harbors, is invariably acknowledged to be the waters—the property and dominion of the nation. Nothing more is claimed or allowed to other nations but a neighborly use and transit.
The same limitation with regard to the Liberum Mare exists among nations. The coasts and waters of the coasts, are the peculiar waters—the property and dominion, of the nation which owns the coasts. Thus Spain prohibits all ships from approaching within a certain distance of her bays, rivers, and her coasts on the American main, and seizes as contraband and smuglers all vessels which transgress these limits. Thus the most contemptible of all nations, Portugal, is still more despotic with regard to the Brazil. The sea upon the coast, and in the harbors, is invariably acknowledged to be the waters—the property and dominion of the nation. Nothing more is claimed or allowed to other nations but a neighborly use and transit.
Here is the point of the present question—It is asserted upon the American side, that the American vessel was in the waters of the United States, i.e. was entering the harbor of New-York, when the shot was fired from the Leander , and Pierce was killed.
Here is the point of the present question—It is asserted upon the American side, that the American vessel was in the waters of the United States, i.e. was entering the harbor of New-York, when the shot was fired from the Leander , and Pierce was killed.
If this be true, it was a most undoubted and most unjustifiable violation of neutral rights, and the officer should be brought to answer for his conduct.
If this be true, it was a most undoubted and most unjustifiable violation of neutral rights, and the officer should be brought to answer for his conduct.
It is further asserted, that the Leander and Cambrian were stationed off the harbor of N. York, for the purpose of blockade.
It is further asserted, that the Leander and Cambrian were stationed off the harbor of N. York, for the purpose of blockade.
If this be true, it is an equal violation of the respect due to neutral powers. A belligerent has an undoubted right to intercept the ships of his enemy, but in doing so has no right to harass a neutral power—he has no right to block up a neutral harbor, and commit acts of hostility upon the vessels of his enemy, in neutral waters.
If this be true, it is an equal violation of the respect due to neutral powers. A belligerent has an undoubted right to intercept the ships of his enemy, but in doing so has no right to harass a neutral power—he has no right to block up a neutral harbor, and commit acts of hostility upon the vessels of his enemy, in neutral waters.
We are indeed mistaken, or there is in this transaction too much of the character of the late ministry—too much of that arbitrary and despotic method of proceeding, which distinguished that administration, and rendered our maritime superiority an object of invariable jealousy to all other maritime powers.
We are indeed mistaken, or there is in this transaction too much of the character of the late ministry—too much of that arbitrary and despotic method of proceeding, which distinguished that administration, and rendered our maritime superiority an object of invariable jealousy to all other maritime powers.
Such appears to us the state of the question, i.e. that an act of violence, a positive injury, has been committed, and that compensation should be made.
Such appears to us the state of the question, i.e. that an act of violence, a positive injury, has been committed, and that compensation should be made.
BRITISH PARLIAMENT.
BRITISH PARLIAMENT.
HOUSE OF LORDS—JUNE 29.
HOUSE OF LORDS—JUNE 29.
AMERICAN TRADE.
AMERICAN TRADE.
Lord Hawkesbury presented, by his Majesty's command, the Order in Council, continuing the Provisions of the American Intercourse Act, which expired during the recess; and gave notice, that it was the intention of his Majesty's Government to propose to Parliament a Bill for continuing the above act for a time to be then specified, and to propose in such Bill a clause of indemnity for the advice given to his Majesty to continue the provisions of the former act, after it had legally expired.
Lord Hawkesbury presented, by his Majesty's command, the Order in Council, continuing the Provisions of the American Intercourse Act, which expired during the recess; and gave notice, that it was the intention of his Majesty's Government to propose to Parliament a Bill for continuing the above act for a time to be then specified, and to propose in such Bill a clause of indemnity for the advice given to his Majesty to continue the provisions of the former act, after it had legally expired.
Lord Auckland stated, that the reason he did not when in office, recommend the continuance of the act
Lord Auckland stated, that the reason he did not when in office, recommend the continuance of the act
which had now expired, was the pending negotiation with America. He trusted that when the treaty which was the result of that negotiation came to be discussed, it would be discussed as a treaty ratified, and he felt satisfied it would be found that every possible attention had been paid to the interests of this country. He thought it but fair now to state, that when the question of the renewal of the American Intercourse act came to be discussed, he should probably be of opinion, that the same reasons which before operated did not exist for the continuance of the act. One part of it in particular, he objected to, and did object to during the Negotiation; he alluded to that part of it which allowed to the Americans a carrying trade between our possessions in the East-Indies and Europe.
which had now expired, was the pending negotiation with America. He trusted that when the treaty which was the result of that negotiation came to be discussed, it would be discussed as a treaty ratified, and he felt satisfied it would be found that every possible attention had been paid to the interests of this country. He thought it but fair now to state, that when the question of the renewal of the American Intercourse act came to be discussed, he should probably be of opinion, that the same reasons which before operated did not exist for the continuance of the act. One part of it in particular, he objected to, and did object to during the Negotiation; he alluded to that part of it which allowed to the Americans a carrying trade between our possessions in the East-Indies and Europe.
HOUSE OF COMMONS, JUNE 29.
HOUSE OF COMMONS, JUNE 29.
America—Lord Temple said, that seeing the Chancellor of the Exchequer, in his place, he would beg leave to ask him a question. In the course of the last session it had fallen to his lot to bring in a bill, which had been passed contrary to the opinion of those who composed the present administration, he meant the American Intercourse Bill: and he wished to know if the present Ministers meant to move for its repeal.
America—Lord Temple said, that seeing the Chancellor of the Exchequer, in his place, he would beg leave to ask him a question. In the course of the last session it had fallen to his lot to bring in a bill, which had been passed contrary to the opinion of those who composed the present administration, he meant the American Intercourse Bill: and he wished to know if the present Ministers meant to move for its repeal.
Mr. Rofe said, that he for one, had strenuously opposed the bill alluded to, during its progress through the House because he disapproved the measure; but as it had received the approbation of the House, and passed into a law, he did not think it would be decent to move a repeal till its operation was somewhat better known.
Mr. Rofe said, that he for one, had strenuously opposed the bill alluded to, during its progress through the House because he disapproved the measure; but as it had received the approbation of the House, and passed into a law, he did not think it would be decent to move a repeal till its operation was somewhat better known.
June 30.
June 30.
Foreign and British Shipping—Mr. Eden rose in pursuance of his notice, to make a motion relative to this subject. This he prefaced by a speech of considerable length, stating the object he had in view to be to show the prosperity and increase of our navigation, while the country was under the management of the late administration. One great cause to which the decline of the British navigation was ascribed, was the passing of the Bill, called the American Intercourse Bill, which had been represented as a wanton innovation; and yet, by the answer given last night, by the Treasurer of the Navy, he learned that Ministers had no intention of repealing it, although they had alleged that it went to destroy the enemies what they could not do for themselves, and to reassert their nations our naval superiority. The House had been told that the whole conduct of the late Ministry was a series of concessions to neutrals, and that they were weak enough to commence a negotiation during the existence of the Non-Importation Act!
Foreign and British Shipping—Mr. Eden rose in pursuance of his notice, to make a motion relative to this subject. This he prefaced by a speech of considerable length, stating the object he had in view to be to show the prosperity and increase of our navigation, while the country was under the management of the late administration. One great cause to which the decline of the British navigation was ascribed, was the passing of the Bill, called the American Intercourse Bill, which had been represented as a wanton innovation; and yet, by the answer given last night, by the Treasurer of the Navy, he learned that Ministers had no intention of repealing it, although they had alleged that it went to destroy the enemies what they could not do for themselves, and to reassert their nations our naval superiority. The House had been told that the whole conduct of the late Ministry was a series of concessions to neutrals, and that they were weak enough to commence a negotiation during the existence of the Non-Importation Act!
Mr. Rofe said, he did not rise to oppose this motion, but to state that he was at a loss to know what the Hon. Gentleman could possibly make out of such an account. The only law passed during the last session, which had any relation to this matter, was the American Intercourse Bill, and upon that subject the Noble Lord opposite to him, (Lord Temple) had asked him yesterday whether Ministers intended to repeal it, in consequence of the objections formerly stated to it? To this, he answered, that it was as important a question to be determined, during the pending of a treaty with America; although he was convinced such a repeal must be of advantage to the country. During the time that Bill was pending, he was convinced it would prove a mischievous Bill, and he was now more confirmed in that opinion, as he could venture to say, that it actually puts this country in a worse situation than we were in before, by enabling the Americans to drive the British shipping out of the colonial trade, as the West-Indian had no means of carrying his sugar to America. On these grounds, he very much doubted whether, upon a competition between British and American ships, the latter would not gain the ascendancy.
Mr. Rofe said, he did not rise to oppose this motion, but to state that he was at a loss to know what the Hon. Gentleman could possibly make out of such an account. The only law passed during the last session, which had any relation to this matter, was the American Intercourse Bill, and upon that subject the Noble Lord opposite to him, (Lord Temple) had asked him yesterday whether Ministers intended to repeal it, in consequence of the objections formerly stated to it? To this, he answered, that it was as important a question to be determined, during the pending of a treaty with America; although he was convinced such a repeal must be of advantage to the country. During the time that Bill was pending, he was convinced it would prove a mischievous Bill, and he was now more confirmed in that opinion, as he could venture to say, that it actually puts this country in a worse situation than we were in before, by enabling the Americans to drive the British shipping out of the colonial trade, as the West-Indian had no means of carrying his sugar to America. On these grounds, he very much doubted whether, upon a competition between British and American ships, the latter would not gain the ascendancy.
Viscount Hawkesbury said there was no man more desirous than he was to cultivate the good-will and friendship of America, being convinced it was for the interest of both countries; but he could not carry that desire so far as to say, than an Act of Parliament, detrimental to our interests, and destructive of the British colonies, should not be repealed as soon as its evil effects were discovered. If the Hon. Honourable gentleman had experienced the inconvenience he expressed, nothing could justify him in not repealing it. The truth was, all the charges brought forward upon this head formerly were totally unfounded, and had been only made by the present Ministers, to serve their own purposes, when in opposition, but which they in their consciences, could not now venture to support. Before he sat down, he could not help saying a word or two respecting the conduct of another Right Honourable Gentleman opposite (Mr. Perceval) respecting the Order of Council passed in consequence of the French decree of the 21st of November. That Right Hon. Gentleman had stated, that he tho't then, as he seemed still to think, the measure of the last administration wholly inadequate to the purposes intended; and if so, why did he not now take upon himself to advise His Majesty to correct the spiritless measure? Was not that decree just as much in force against this country as it was when he first objected to it? The whole conduct of the present Ministers manifestly shewed, that they do not believe what they themselves formerly said when in opposition.
Viscount Hawkesbury said there was no man more desirous than he was to cultivate the good-will and friendship of America, being convinced it was for the interest of both countries; but he could not carry that desire so far as to say, than an Act of Parliament, detrimental to our interests, and destructive of the British colonies, should not be repealed as soon as its evil effects were discovered. If the Hon. Honourable gentleman had experienced the inconvenience he expressed, nothing could justify him in not repealing it. The truth was, all the charges brought forward upon this head formerly were totally unfounded, and had been only made by the present Ministers, to serve their own purposes, when in opposition, but which they in their consciences, could not now venture to support. Before he sat down, he could not help saying a word or two respecting the conduct of another Right Honourable Gentleman opposite (Mr. Perceval) respecting the Order of Council passed in consequence of the French decree of the 21st of November. That Right Hon. Gentleman had stated, that he tho't then, as he seemed still to think, the measure of the last administration wholly inadequate to the purposes intended; and if so, why did he not now take upon himself to advise His Majesty to correct the spiritless measure? Was not that decree just as much in force against this country as it was when he first objected to it? The whole conduct of the present Ministers manifestly shewed, that they do not believe what they themselves formerly said when in opposition.
Mr. Rofe repeated, that so far from repealing the American Intercourse Bill, he would rather, under existing circumstances, advise its renewal.
Mr. Rofe repeated, that so far from repealing the American Intercourse Bill, he would rather, under existing circumstances, advise its renewal.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer rose, he said, not for the purpose of prolonging this discussion. He did still continue to lament, that the measure which the late Government had thought proper to adopt at the time when the violent decree of France respecting neutrals was passed, was not met in a manner more efficacious; but still he did not conceive that this would be a more proper or convenient time to make any alteration in it.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer rose, he said, not for the purpose of prolonging this discussion. He did still continue to lament, that the measure which the late Government had thought proper to adopt at the time when the violent decree of France respecting neutrals was passed, was not met in a manner more efficacious; but still he did not conceive that this would be a more proper or convenient time to make any alteration in it.
From the N. York Herald.
From the N. York Herald.
"The object of war.—Our country seems determined at all events, to go to war, particularly the good people of Virginia, who happen to have no unfortified and unprotected cities as marks for the enemy: but it is to be feared we are not all agreed as to the object of this war. One is for vindicating our national honor and independence lately outraged in the affair of the Chesapeake, (that this is not the sentiment which attracts a certain numerous portion of the citizens, is pretty clear from their perfect indifference to this same honor and independence when outraged by the Spaniards at the Mobile)—Another is for protecting American seamen from being impressed on the ocean; a third is for protecting British deserters also—A fourth thinks, that while our hand is in, we may as well take this opportunity and oblige England to give up her old, favorite maxim about free ships. A writer who figures in the Richmond Enquirer finishes his last spirited address to his fellow citizens in the following manner:
"The object of war.—Our country seems determined at all events, to go to war, particularly the good people of Virginia, who happen to have no unfortified and unprotected cities as marks for the enemy: but it is to be feared we are not all agreed as to the object of this war. One is for vindicating our national honor and independence lately outraged in the affair of the Chesapeake, (that this is not the sentiment which attracts a certain numerous portion of the citizens, is pretty clear from their perfect indifference to this same honor and independence when outraged by the Spaniards at the Mobile)—Another is for protecting American seamen from being impressed on the ocean; a third is for protecting British deserters also—A fourth thinks, that while our hand is in, we may as well take this opportunity and oblige England to give up her old, favorite maxim about free ships. A writer who figures in the Richmond Enquirer finishes his last spirited address to his fellow citizens in the following manner:
"Let us resolve, yes, firmly resolve, that we will not sheath the sword until the ocean shall be free; and until the American flag shall protect not only the vessel, but all which it may contain."
"Let us resolve, yes, firmly resolve, that we will not sheath the sword until the ocean shall be free; and until the American flag shall protect not only the vessel, but all which it may contain."
CITIZEN OF RICHMOND.
CITIZEN OF RICHMOND.
"And is all this to be achieved by gun boats and torpedoes?—The American Flag indeed! Ah! Citizen of Richmond you live too far from the salt water."
"And is all this to be achieved by gun boats and torpedoes?—The American Flag indeed! Ah! Citizen of Richmond you live too far from the salt water."
The foregoing extract shews that Mr. Coleman, the editor of the New-York Herald, has again taken notice of the pieces signed "Citizen of Richmond," as well as the general spirit with which the Virginians have resented the British insults and injuries. He pretends to know a great deal about the motives and designs of others, but has not yet condescended to publish in a clear and intelligible manner what he thinks ought to be done. He is much mistaken indeed, if he supposes that we are not vulnera-
The foregoing extract shews that Mr. Coleman, the editor of the New-York Herald, has again taken notice of the pieces signed "Citizen of Richmond," as well as the general spirit with which the Virginians have resented the British insults and injuries. He pretends to know a great deal about the motives and designs of others, but has not yet condescended to publish in a clear and intelligible manner what he thinks ought to be done. He is much mistaken indeed, if he supposes that we are not vulnera-
ble in Virginia, or using his own words, "hope to have no unfortified and unprotected cities as marks for the enemy."
ble in Virginia, or using his own words, "hope to have no unfortified and unprotected cities as marks for the enemy."
Has Mr. Coleman, all at once, forgotten the existence and defenceless situation of Norfolk; and of the extensive coasts and shores which are exposed to invasion and depredation from Currituck inlet to the head of the Chesapeake, taking both sides of the eastern shore; that even at Norfolk, the militia of the town and circumjacent country are not able to oppose a single brigade, while the population of New-York alone, if the inhabitants are true and honest to their country, are able to repel or destroy many thousands?—But if this were not so, as it relates to Norfolk, doth Mr. Coleman suppose that the people of the United States ought, or that the people of Virginia will become the dependents or tributaries of Great Britain, because some of the inhabitants live in exposed situations? All voices answer in the negative.
Has Mr. Coleman, all at once, forgotten the existence and defenceless situation of Norfolk; and of the extensive coasts and shores which are exposed to invasion and depredation from Currituck inlet to the head of the Chesapeake, taking both sides of the eastern shore; that even at Norfolk, the militia of the town and circumjacent country are not able to oppose a single brigade, while the population of New-York alone, if the inhabitants are true and honest to their country, are able to repel or destroy many thousands?—But if this were not so, as it relates to Norfolk, doth Mr. Coleman suppose that the people of the United States ought, or that the people of Virginia will become the dependents or tributaries of Great Britain, because some of the inhabitants live in exposed situations? All voices answer in the negative.
The Virginians to a man, are ready and willing to assist their fellow citizens at Norfolk, in offensive or defensive measures; but they prize their independence and national honor much higher than they do a few perishable possessions. There is not a man who resides at Norfolk, who does not know, that the same enemy, with whom we now contend, did, not many years ago, consume that town in the most unprovoked and wanton manner. It has been rebuilt mostly by new comers. They have taken the risk. They knew the general conduct and character of the enemy, and will not be so unreasonably as to expect that their country's independence & honor, are to be sacrificed to save their houses. The patriotism and spirited conduct of the inhabitants of that town, has given a final answer to the proposition. They were the first to arm, and will be second to none in exertions.
The Virginians to a man, are ready and willing to assist their fellow citizens at Norfolk, in offensive or defensive measures; but they prize their independence and national honor much higher than they do a few perishable possessions. There is not a man who resides at Norfolk, who does not know, that the same enemy, with whom we now contend, did, not many years ago, consume that town in the most unprovoked and wanton manner. It has been rebuilt mostly by new comers. They have taken the risk. They knew the general conduct and character of the enemy, and will not be so unreasonably as to expect that their country's independence & honor, are to be sacrificed to save their houses. The patriotism and spirited conduct of the inhabitants of that town, has given a final answer to the proposition. They were the first to arm, and will be second to none in exertions.
Similar observations do not apply to New-York. It is said, that the British interest in that town is great, and so much diffused, that an attack would be as likely to insure a friend as a foe. It is true, that Richmond is not near the salt water, but it must be remembered, that a British predatory army made an excursion to this place, during the last war, for no other object, except to burn and destroy; nor is there any thing in the conduct of Capt. Humphreys which allows us to augur, that another war will be carried on with less venom.
Similar observations do not apply to New-York. It is said, that the British interest in that town is great, and so much diffused, that an attack would be as likely to insure a friend as a foe. It is true, that Richmond is not near the salt water, but it must be remembered, that a British predatory army made an excursion to this place, during the last war, for no other object, except to burn and destroy; nor is there any thing in the conduct of Capt. Humphreys which allows us to augur, that another war will be carried on with less venom.
The resolution proposed by the Citizen of Richmond, which has excited the mirth of Mr. Coleman, is intended for the people of the United States, and not for the inhabitants of a few exposed places. And although we cannot enforce it by line of battle ships; we can inhibit all further intercourse with that nation, until, as far as respects the vessels and citizens of the United States, the seas shall be free.
The resolution proposed by the Citizen of Richmond, which has excited the mirth of Mr. Coleman, is intended for the people of the United States, and not for the inhabitants of a few exposed places. And although we cannot enforce it by line of battle ships; we can inhibit all further intercourse with that nation, until, as far as respects the vessels and citizens of the United States, the seas shall be free.
A CITIZEN OF RICHMOND.
A CITIZEN OF RICHMOND.
FOR THE ENQUIRER.
FOR THE ENQUIRER.
BONAPARTE.
BONAPARTE.
The late battles between the French and Russian armies, the complete defeat of the latter, and pre-eminent advantages thereby gained, afford causes for political speculation.
The late battles between the French and Russian armies, the complete defeat of the latter, and pre-eminent advantages thereby gained, afford causes for political speculation.
Europe has been for some time undergoing changes which indicated with some minds, partitions in some places, annexations and consolidations in others, which promised a new and more perfect political balance—while others, alarmed at the successes of Napoleon, have portrayed him as an all-grasping tyrant, and universal sovereign. A very short time will now verify which of these theories were most correct.
Europe has been for some time undergoing changes which indicated with some minds, partitions in some places, annexations and consolidations in others, which promised a new and more perfect political balance—while others, alarmed at the successes of Napoleon, have portrayed him as an all-grasping tyrant, and universal sovereign. A very short time will now verify which of these theories were most correct.
The writer of this paragraph has cherished and confided in the first of these propositions—and by way of illustration, states first, that Bonaparte has too much prudence and found sense to undertake the erection and management of a machine which would be destroyed by its own magnitude and weight; second, he will aspire to obtain the applause, as well as admiration of mankind; he will endeavour to afford a character great in war, in politics, and in benevolence; and for these reasons, he will promote the internal happiness and prosperity of the different countries to which the power or influence of his arms have extended. Each will become guarantees of the prosperity and happiness of the others, as the means of securing their own.
The writer of this paragraph has cherished and confided in the first of these propositions—and by way of illustration, states first, that Bonaparte has too much prudence and found sense to undertake the erection and management of a machine which would be destroyed by its own magnitude and weight; second, he will aspire to obtain the applause, as well as admiration of mankind; he will endeavour to afford a character great in war, in politics, and in benevolence; and for these reasons, he will promote the internal happiness and prosperity of the different countries to which the power or influence of his arms have extended. Each will become guarantees of the prosperity and happiness of the others, as the means of securing their own.
If this should prove to be delusion, the case will not be rendered the worse by the present enjoyment, nor can the least benefit be derived by inhibiting the malignant spirit which is cultivated by the British pilots; and their disciples in the United States or elsewhere, which portray Bonaparte in terms to excite the general detestation of all mankind. If it be right to reason by causes and effects, the Americans, secretly, have no cause to cultivate this sentiment.
If this should prove to be delusion, the case will not be rendered the worse by the present enjoyment, nor can the least benefit be derived by inhibiting the malignant spirit which is cultivated by the British pilots; and their disciples in the United States or elsewhere, which portray Bonaparte in terms to excite the general detestation of all mankind. If it be right to reason by causes and effects, the Americans, secretly, have no cause to cultivate this sentiment.
X.
X.
PHILADELPHIA, August 18.
PHILADELPHIA, August 18.
INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT.
INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT.
During the last session of Congress, the Senate of the U. States passed a resolution directing the Secretary of the Treasury to procure information touching the general progress of Canals and Turnpikes, and the improvement of the navigation of rivers, throughout the Union; and to report the result to the ensuing session. In compliance with this order, the Secretary has recently invited the numerous corporations of the state of Pennsylvania, through the medium of an officer of the government, to collect facts and observations, relative to these highly interesting subjects.
During the last session of Congress, the Senate of the U. States passed a resolution directing the Secretary of the Treasury to procure information touching the general progress of Canals and Turnpikes, and the improvement of the navigation of rivers, throughout the Union; and to report the result to the ensuing session. In compliance with this order, the Secretary has recently invited the numerous corporations of the state of Pennsylvania, through the medium of an officer of the government, to collect facts and observations, relative to these highly interesting subjects.
The Citizens of this commonwealth remember how much zeal was displayed last winter, at Lancaster, to terminate such undertakings, by showing the expediency of them, and ability of the state to grant pecuniary aid; but without effect. It must therefore be pleasing to every patriotic mind, to know that the general government is disposed to shew its patronage. To render this the more certain, therefore, it becomes the duty of those persons who are possessed of any useful information of the kind to communicate it.
The Citizens of this commonwealth remember how much zeal was displayed last winter, at Lancaster, to terminate such undertakings, by showing the expediency of them, and ability of the state to grant pecuniary aid; but without effect. It must therefore be pleasing to every patriotic mind, to know that the general government is disposed to shew its patronage. To render this the more certain, therefore, it becomes the duty of those persons who are possessed of any useful information of the kind to communicate it.
Amer. D. Adv.
Amer. D. Adv.
NORFOLK, August 20.
NORFOLK, August 20.
The Captain of a northern sloop bound for Charleston, and put in here in distress, is to undergo an examination this morning at 10 o'clock, at the Town-Hall, in consequence of information lodged against him, for supplying the British ship of war Leopard with provisions.
The Captain of a northern sloop bound for Charleston, and put in here in distress, is to undergo an examination this morning at 10 o'clock, at the Town-Hall, in consequence of information lodged against him, for supplying the British ship of war Leopard with provisions.
Herald.
Herald.
There are at present 24 gun boats fully equipped at the navy yard in this place, under the command of commodore Rogers, who will shortly proceed to Washington to bring the frigate United States to this port. There is a rumour, that a 74 gun ship will be immediately built here. The keel has been laid, and timbers all in readiness for a number of years, so that the can be completed in a short period. The recruiting proceeds briskly, and a number of first rate seamen have entered this service. Each boat will be commanded by a lieutenant.
There are at present 24 gun boats fully equipped at the navy yard in this place, under the command of commodore Rogers, who will shortly proceed to Washington to bring the frigate United States to this port. There is a rumour, that a 74 gun ship will be immediately built here. The keel has been laid, and timbers all in readiness for a number of years, so that the can be completed in a short period. The recruiting proceeds briskly, and a number of first rate seamen have entered this service. Each boat will be commanded by a lieutenant.
Brooklyn paper.
Brooklyn paper.
BALTIMORE, August 12.
BALTIMORE, August 12.
Extracts of a letter, dated Boston, August 3. "I read a few days since, a letter from Admiral Berkeley, dated Halifax, July 1. to the British counsel here. It appears very clear by this, that the affair of our ships cannot and will not be traced to higher authority than the Admiral. He writes this letter, he says in consequence of the many misstatements he had seen in our papers. He says the men demanded were deserters, openly exhibited at Norfolk, by the lieutenant of the Chesapeake, knowing them to be such, who paraded Norfolk with them, after being demanded by an English officer; when they publicly enlisted. He adds that these same men were demanded by the English consul at Norfolk, and again by the English minister without effect. So much for Berkeley's story, who must begin to feel a little alarmed, or he would scarcely have taken the trouble to give any explanation."
Extracts of a letter, dated Boston, August 3. "I read a few days since, a letter from Admiral Berkeley, dated Halifax, July 1. to the British counsel here. It appears very clear by this, that the affair of our ships cannot and will not be traced to higher authority than the Admiral. He writes this letter, he says in consequence of the many misstatements he had seen in our papers. He says the men demanded were deserters, openly exhibited at Norfolk, by the lieutenant of the Chesapeake, knowing them to be such, who paraded Norfolk with them, after being demanded by an English officer; when they publicly enlisted. He adds that these same men were demanded by the English consul at Norfolk, and again by the English minister without effect. So much for Berkeley's story, who must begin to feel a little alarmed, or he would scarcely have taken the trouble to give any explanation."
Fed. Gaz.
Fed. Gaz.
SCOTT RACES.
SCOTT RACES.
1 st DAY—THURSDAY 17th September, will be run for, the Jockey Club Purse of one hundred Pounds—Three mile heats.
1 st DAY—THURSDAY 17th September, will be run for, the Jockey Club Purse of one hundred Pounds—Three mile heats.
2 nd DAY—The Proprietor's purse of about fifty Pounds—Two mile heats.
2 nd DAY—The Proprietor's purse of about fifty Pounds—Two mile heats.
3 rd DAY—An elegant Gig: free for any Horse, never having won a purse—One mile heats—Entrance 20 dollars.
3 rd DAY—An elegant Gig: free for any Horse, never having won a purse—One mile heats—Entrance 20 dollars.
WEIGHTS AS FOLLOWS: Aged Horses . . . . 133 lbs. Six years . . . . . 128 do. Five years . . . . . 118 Four years . . . . . 106 lbs. Three years . . . . . 90 Mares and geldings allowed 5 lbs.
WEIGHTS AS FOLLOWS: Aged Horses . . . . 133 lbs. Six years . . . . . 128 do. Five years . . . . . 118 Four years . . . . . 106 lbs. Three years . . . . . 90 Mares and geldings allowed 5 lbs.
WM. ARCHER, S ecy . N. B. On Thursday the 3 rd Sept. a sweepstake will be run for. Three horses entered, 20 guineas each. August 25. cp3t.
WM. ARCHER, S ecy . N. B. On Thursday the 3 rd Sept. a sweepstake will be run for. Three horses entered, 20 guineas each. August 25. cp3t.
On Friday next, being the 28 th instant, will be sold at public auction, by the fulfillers , upon the premises,
On Friday next, being the 28 th instant, will be sold at public auction, by the fulfillers , upon the premises,
THAT valuable LOT or parcel of Ground, with the improvements thereon, lying in this city, on the south east side of the cross street leading by the Market House towards the river, and between the brick buildings of Mr. Wm. Mitchell, and the dwelling house of Robert Mitchell, esq.
THAT valuable LOT or parcel of Ground, with the improvements thereon, lying in this city, on the south east side of the cross street leading by the Market House towards the river, and between the brick buildings of Mr. Wm. Mitchell, and the dwelling house of Robert Mitchell, esq.
Cash will be required for one third of the purchase money, and for the residue, a credit of sixty and ninety days will be allowed, the purchaser giving notes negotiable at the bank of Virginia, with approved endorser.
Cash will be required for one third of the purchase money, and for the residue, a credit of sixty and ninety days will be allowed, the purchaser giving notes negotiable at the bank of Virginia, with approved endorser.
PROSSER & MONCURE, v. s. August 25. tel.
PROSSER & MONCURE, v. s. August 25. tel.
TEN DOLLARS REWARD.
TEN DOLLARS REWARD.
DESERTED from my recruiting rendezvous, in this city, on the 13 th of the present month, PETER E. BUTLER, who was duly enlisted on the 10 th , as a private in the army of the United States. He was born (according to his own account) in Dinwiddie county, Virginia; aged 24 years. He is 5 feet 9 3/4 inches high, brown hair, bluish eyes, fair complexion, and he seems to be very knowing and loquacious.
DESERTED from my recruiting rendezvous, in this city, on the 13 th of the present month, PETER E. BUTLER, who was duly enlisted on the 10 th , as a private in the army of the United States. He was born (according to his own account) in Dinwiddie county, Virginia; aged 24 years. He is 5 feet 9 3/4 inches high, brown hair, bluish eyes, fair complexion, and he seems to be very knowing and loquacious.
I am lately informed, that he was on board the Chesapeake Frigate when attacked by the British pirate, where he bore the name of James Epper , and in consequence of a flight wound, he was sent to the hospital in Norfolk, from whence he came to this place. The above reward with reasonable expenses will be paid on the delivery of the said deserter at this place or to any officer of the Army of the U.S.
I am lately informed, that he was on board the Chesapeake Frigate when attacked by the British pirate, where he bore the name of James Epper , and in consequence of a flight wound, he was sent to the hospital in Norfolk, from whence he came to this place. The above reward with reasonable expenses will be paid on the delivery of the said deserter at this place or to any officer of the Army of the U.S.
EDWD. P. GAINES, Captain 2 d U. S. Infantry. Richmond, August 25. tf.
EDWD. P. GAINES, Captain 2 d U. S. Infantry. Richmond, August 25. tf.
TO BE SOLD.
TO BE SOLD.
BETWEEN five and six hundred acres of the well known Tract of LAND , in the neighborhood of New-Castle, and county of Hanover, whereon Captain Nicholas Syme now resides. The part to be sold, is the upper part of that portion of the said Land, which lies between the road leading from New-Castle to Hanover Town, and Pomonkey river, and is generally allowed to be the most valuable part of the said Tract, which the best judges consider equal, if not superior to any in the lower part of the state; but as such or intend to purchase, will probably wish to view the same, a more tedious description appears to be unnecessary.
BETWEEN five and six hundred acres of the well known Tract of LAND , in the neighborhood of New-Castle, and county of Hanover, whereon Captain Nicholas Syme now resides. The part to be sold, is the upper part of that portion of the said Land, which lies between the road leading from New-Castle to Hanover Town, and Pomonkey river, and is generally allowed to be the most valuable part of the said Tract, which the best judges consider equal, if not superior to any in the lower part of the state; but as such or intend to purchase, will probably wish to view the same, a more tedious description appears to be unnecessary.
The Land will be surveyed to the purchaser. Credit will be given for one year, for one third of the purchase money, for two years for the second third, and for three years for the last third thereof, and for each of these installments, a bond with approved security will be required and also a lien, by deed of trust on the Land itself, as a counter security for the whole.
The Land will be surveyed to the purchaser. Credit will be given for one year, for one third of the purchase money, for two years for the second third, and for three years for the last third thereof, and for each of these installments, a bond with approved security will be required and also a lien, by deed of trust on the Land itself, as a counter security for the whole.
The subscriber, who lives in New-Castle, will show the Land to such as mean to purchase, and in his absence, it will be shown to such, by John W. Tustin, Esq. whose residence is very near.
The subscriber, who lives in New-Castle, will show the Land to such as mean to purchase, and in his absence, it will be shown to such, by John W. Tustin, Esq. whose residence is very near.
Possession will be given the first of January next, with liberty of storing wheat this fall.
Possession will be given the first of January next, with liberty of storing wheat this fall.
WM. CUNNINGHAM. New-Castle, August 25. tf.
WM. CUNNINGHAM. New-Castle, August 25. tf.
WILLIAM HART,
WILLIAM HART,
OPPOSITE THE SCALE-HOUSE,
OPPOSITE THE SCALE-HOUSE,
—HAS JUST RECEIVED,—
—HAS JUST RECEIVED,—
5000 wt. Salt Petre Barrels, Tea, con., Green Coffee, 3000 wt. Copperas, Brown Sugar in barrels, 30 Boxes Liverpool Pipes, Loaf Sugar, Nutmegs and short and long, other Spices, 30 Barrels Shad, London Barley, And has on hand, Scotch Mustard, &c. Real Cognac Brandy, Hibberds London Brown French, Peach & Apple Stout. Brandy, Also: Amigues, W. Island and Philadelphia Porter, bottled by himself, N England Rum, Gin, Whiskey, C. Bounce, Flour, Salt, Molasses, &c. Queens Ware, with a variety of other articles. Imperial & Young Hyson
5000 wt. Salt Petre Barrels, Tea, con., Green Coffee, 3000 wt. Copperas, Brown Sugar in barrels, 30 Boxes Liverpool Pipes, Loaf Sugar, Nutmegs and short and long, other Spices, 30 Barrels Shad, London Barley, And has on hand, Scotch Mustard, &c. Real Cognac Brandy, Hibberds London Brown French, Peach & Apple Stout. Brandy, Also: Amigues, W. Island and Philadelphia Porter, bottled by himself, N England Rum, Gin, Whiskey, C. Bounce, Flour, Salt, Molasses, &c. Queens Ware, with a variety of other articles. Imperial & Young Hyson
All of which he will sell at the lowest ready money prices, or exchange for country produce. July 14. tf.
All of which he will sell at the lowest ready money prices, or exchange for country produce. July 14. tf.
S. JACOBS,
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 just will be instituted against all delinquents at the August term; and if any have claims against him, they shall be paid on being presented.
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 just 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,
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 Mo. Fanny and Leno Muffins Raccoo Shoes, belt and Veils, 2 bales Mowsfannas, Check'd Silks, Shawls & 2 Do. Coffas, Habit Shirts, 1 Do. fine blue Cotton, Hosiery, Gloves & Cal- 1 Do. Checks, Cotton & Silk Umbrellas, 3 Do. blue Gilly Handk'fs Superfine and common Elegant cotton and thread Cloths, &c. &c. Laces, Gun Powder by the Keg. July 7. tf.
—AMONG WHICH ARE— Ladies Kid and Mo. Fanny and Leno Muffins Raccoo Shoes, belt and Veils, 2 bales Mowsfannas, Check'd Silks, Shawls & 2 Do. Coffas, Habit Shirts, 1 Do. fine blue Cotton, Hosiery, Gloves & Cal- 1 Do. Checks, Cotton & Silk Umbrellas, 3 Do. blue Gilly Handk'fs Superfine and common Elegant cotton and thread Cloths, &c. &c. Laces, Gun Powder by the Keg. July 7. tf.
DR. THOMAS B. W. GRAY,
DR. THOMAS B. W. GRAY,
RESPECTFULLY informs the public that he intends to practice Physic, Surgery and Midwifery at Tappahannock, and hopes that by an unremitted 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 place 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. 2m.
RESPECTFULLY informs the public that he intends to practice Physic, Surgery and Midwifery at Tappahannock, and hopes that by an unremitted 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 place 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. 2m.
THE partnership under the firm of James C. Anthony & Co. having expired agreeable to the terms of the same, it is hereby dissolved—the business will be closed by James C. Anthony, who has been the acting partner.
THE partnership under the firm of James C. Anthony & Co. having expired agreeable to the terms of the same, it is hereby dissolved—the business will be closed by James C. Anthony, who has been the acting partner.
JAMES C. ANTHONY.
JAMES C. ANTHONY.
DAVID BULLOCK.
DAVID BULLOCK.
Richmond, 7th Aug. 1807.
Richmond, 7th Aug. 1807.
THE Subscriber intends doing business on the same terms as was carried on by James C. Anthony & Co.
THE Subscriber intends doing business on the same terms as was carried on by James C. Anthony & Co.
JAMES C. ANTHONY.
JAMES C. ANTHONY.
7th Aug. 1807. Sw
7th Aug. 1807. Sw
FOR SALE,
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, from 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.
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, from 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. LYON, Attorney in fact for
WM. LYON, Attorney in fact for
ROBERT ALEXANDER. Richmond, Aug. 7th, 1807. epf
ROBERT ALEXANDER. Richmond, Aug. 7th, 1807. epf
DRUMS, Fife, Swords, Belts, Nots, Epaulettes, Stocks and Cockades, to be had at Enoch Sullivan's Jewelry Store. August 7. tf.
DRUMS, Fife, Swords, Belts, Nots, Epaulettes, Stocks and Cockades, to be had at Enoch Sullivan's Jewelry Store. August 7. tf.
MARSHAL'S SALES.
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 Thomas Bond, attorney in fact for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plaintiff, and David Rofe and others, defendants, in order to raise the sum of fifteen thousand six hundred and sixty-six dollars and sixty-six cents, due and payable the first day of last 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 23 d day of September next.
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 Thomas Bond, attorney in fact for the creditors of Ezekiel Edwards, plaintiff, and David Rofe and others, defendants, in order to raise the sum of fifteen thousand six hundred and sixty-six dollars and sixty-six cents, due and payable the first day of last 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 23 d day of September next.
BEN. MOSBY, D. M.
BEN. MOSBY, D. M.
JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D.
JOSEPH SCOTT, M. V. D.
August 7th, 1807. 23S
August 7th, 1807. 23S
MANCHESTER TURNPIKE COMPANY.
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.
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.
JAS. BRANDER, CLK.
August 3. 1m.
August 3. 1m.