The Virginia gazette (Williamsburg, Va.), 1777-06-20 00:00:00

VIRGINIA
GAZETTE.
ALWAYS FOR LIBERTY.
AND THE PUBLICK GOOD.
High HEAVEN to GRACIOUS ENDS directs the STORM!
Mr. PURDIE,
AS I conceive my character to be affected by the manner in which the vacancies in the regiments of this state were filled up, I have resigned the appointment which was given me in that service; and as I wish the publick to be informed of the reasons which induced me to take this step, I must request of you to publish in your Gazette my letter of resignation to the Governor, a copy of which is herewith sent. I am, sir, your humble servant, T. BLACKBURN.
WILLIAMSBURG, June 10, 1777.
WILLIAMSBURG, June 10, 1777.
SIR,
I CAME to this city on Saturday last to take upon me the execution of my duty in the service of the commonwealth, which I should not have postponed so long, but having never received any orders, I presumed my attendance was not thought materially necessary. Upon my arrival, I discovered, to my great surprise, that a gentleman out of the line had been appointed over me to one of the vacancies made by the non-acceptance and resignation of the colonels of the first appointment, and this after giving col. Morgan his rotation. I do not dispute the right of the Assembly to have disposed of the offices in this manner, but their having placed Mr. Gibson over me, under the circumstances of our situation in the military line, carries with it such a reflection on my character, that I can never consent to continue in the service upon such terms. I mean not to reflect upon Mr. Gibson's character, which I doubt not stands fair both in a moral and military light; yet I must observe, that, from any opportunity which I have understood that gentleman has had to improve himself in the military, I have no reason to suppose him so far superior to me in that character as to be entitled to rise from one or two steps below to be my superior in office. You will therefore be pleased to consider me as no longer an officer in the service of this state.
I hope you will excuse my having been so explicit upon this subject. I thought it became me to give my reasons for leaving a service for which I had determined to quit every domestick enjoyment, and to have continued therein so long as my countrymen remained satisfied with my endeavours to serve them. I have the honour to be, with all due respect, your Excellency's most obedient servant, T. BLACKBURN.
His Excellency Patrick Henry, esq; Governor of the commonwealth of Virginia.
ADVERTISEMENTS.
A SCHOOLMASTER being much wanted in the town of Richmond, any person who can bring with him proper testimonials of his capacity, diligence, and good morals, will have very great encouragement.
MILES TAYLOR.
WANTED to purchase or hire immediately, a NEGRO GARDENER. Inquire of the Printer
To be sold, for ready money, or short credit, as may best suit the purchaser, the tracts of land following, viz.
ONE tract in Brunswick county, on Janett's creek, about 60 miles from Petersburg, containing 1200 acres, part of which is very good tobacco land, and at present in good order for cropping. There is a dwelling-house on the land, with two rooms below and two above stairs, plastered and white-washed, and two brick chimnies, good kitchen and spinning room, and every other outhouse necessary for a family. Also a storehouse and compting room adjoining, with a brick chimney, and three lumber houses. It is well situated for carrying on trade, being in a neighbourhood where exceeding good tobacco is made, and has for these many years past been much resorted to, being the plantation where Mr. Thomas Crausfield lately kept store. A tract of land on Staunton river, in Charlotte county, about 60 miles from Petersburg, containing 104 acres, mostly low grounds, and on which I am informed a good fishing place might be made, at small expense. One fourth part of 751 acres in the said county, not yet laid off, being the land known by the name of Cargill's Mine Tract. The two last tracts will be shewn any person inclinable to purchase by Capt. John Murray of Mecklenburg county, who is empowered to sell them. Also the following lots, viz. One lot in Ravenscroft's town, near to Petersburg, containing three acres, No. 18; two lots in New Edinburgh, at Hood's warehouse, No. 42 and 51; four lots in Chester town, near Warwick, in Chesterfield county, No. 53 and 55, A and L, the two last lots adjoining the river; four acres adjoining Pride's old field, and col. Banister's land; two acres at the Oyster Shell landing, on Appomattox river, adjoining col. Banister's Whitehall plantation, on which there is a dwelling-house with two brick chimnies, almost new, two rooms below and two above stairs lathed, but not plastered, a dairy, smokehouse, and a storehouse with a brick chimney. An undoubted title will be made to the purchasers; and if sold on credit, bond with good security will be required, to bear interest from the date if not punctually paid. 4||
CHARLES TURNBULL. Dinwiddie county. May 28, 1777.
New Kent, June 4, 1777.
THE legatees of Charles Word, deceased, are requested to come and receive their proportionable parts of the estate. All the creditors of the said deceased are desired to make application and receive payment, and those indebted are requested to make immediate payment to 2|| HENRY FINCH, exec.
A PRUDENT man, capable of teaching English writing, and arithmetick, vulgar and decimal, will meet with encouragement by applying to me in Sussex.
AUG: CLAIBORNE.
CAROLINE, June 3, 1777.
WHEREAS I lately purchased of John Ford, jun. of Amelia county, a tract of land containing 50 acres, more or less, being the place on which he now lives, and paid him part of the purchase money, but now refuses to make me a deed for the same, agreeable to contract, I hereby forewarn all persons from purchasing the said land, as I am determined to oblige Mr. Ford to comply with his bargain, as soon as the courts of justice are opened.
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AMBROSE IEFER.
WHEREAS my wife Phillis, late of Stafford county, hath eloped from her bed and board, for no reason known to me, unless occasioned by a certain John Withers, jun. who lately moved to a place called Sinking creek, in Botetourt county, to which place I expect the said Phillis is gone. I forewarn all persons from dealing with her on my account, as I will pay no debts she hereafter contracts.
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WILLIAM STURDEV.
New Kent, June 4, 1777.
THE legatees of Sarah Thomas, deceased, are requested to come and receive their proportionable parts of her estate. All the creditors of the said deceased are desired to make application and receive payment, and those indebted are requested to make immediate payment to 2|| HENRY FINCH, adm.
Thirty five POUNDS Reward
DESERTED from my company of state troops, the following soldiers, viz. Elijah Bigby, by trade a saddler, living in and about Dumfries, where he was enlisted; he is about 5 feet 4 inches high, well made, of fair complexion, wears his hair, which is long, and tied behind. Thomas Cole, a dark mulatto, about 5 feet 7 inches high; living in Prince William county. Archibald Cash, about 6 feet high, fair complexion, wears his hair, which is reddish coloured; living in King George county. John Chaple, about 5 feet 10 inches high, fair complexion, black hair, has a scar on his right cheek, by a blow from a bottle; living in Fairfax county. William Johnson, by trade a tailor, about 5 feet 5 inches high, slender made; was enlisted in Colchester, and got leave of absence to go before the company to Williamsburg, as he said his friends lived near the city. John Farley, about 6 feet high, fair complexion, much freckled, wears his own hair, which is red; when enlisted lived near Dumfries, but since I have been informed he has removed for fear of being apprehended. John Haden, about 5 feet 10 inches high, well made, living near Colchester, dark complexion and hair; enlisted at Dumfries. Whoever apprehends the said deserters, and delivers them to the commanding officer at Williamsburg, shall receive the above reward, and so in proportion for each man.
* * * Those on furlough to repair to Williamsburg.
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THOMAS W. EWELL.

L O N D O N, March 20.
A hundred men have been draughted from the artillery at Dublin, who are now on their march to Corke, to embark there for America.
Extract of a letter from Lisbon, Feb. 25.
"On the 21st instant the prince of Beira was married to his aunt, the princess Maria Teresa; and on the 23d departed this life Joseph I. king of Portugal. The prince of Brasil was proclaimed king, and the prisoners in all the prisons, as usual on accession of a new king, were set at liberty. The new monarch is said to be a true son of the Roman Catholick church, and a favourer of the Jesuits.
March 21. Yesterday a great number of officers, who are appointed to go to America, took leave of his majesty at St. James's, and received orders to repair to their different stations immediately.
A draught of 20 men is ordered to be made from every regiment in Ireland to reinforce the king's forces in America, which are to be replaced by recruits to be raised immediately for that purpose.
Extract of a letter from Plymouth, March 16.
"It is said his majesty's ships Somerset and Nonsuch have orders to sail the first fair wind, but their destination is a secret. The Blenheim of 90 guns is put into commission, and the command is given to capt. Hartwell, so that there are in commission, at Hamoaze, the Prince of Wales of 74 guns, Bienfaisant of 64, Foudroyant of 80, Queen of 90, Ocean of 90, and Boyne of 70, with the Blenheim as before, the Experiment of 50 guns, and Thetis frigate."
March 22. Saturday 100 of Burgoyne's light horse embarked at Gosport for America, and the same day his majesty's ship Romney sailed for Spithead.
General Clinton and lord T. P. Clinton are to embark the week after next for America.
Lord North is so well recovered that he is expected in town from Bathy Park, in order to preside at the treasury board.
The Danish vessel brought into Portsmouth, it is said, was bound to Amsterdam.
Yesterday earl Temple had a long private conference with the king.
Yesterday general Robinson, who arrived at lord Germaine's on Wednesday night from New York, was introduced to his majesty by lord Amherst, and most graciously received; he had the honour of a long conference with the king.
Extract of a letter from Amsterdam, March 16.
"We have just received advice, that the reinforcements from Hesse are to march from hence on Monday next, so that we may shortly expect them at Dordrecht, where 16 sail of British transports are lying ready to receive them, to carry them to Spithead, to join the fleet bound to New York.
General Burgoyne took leave of his majesty yesterday at the levee, and tomorrow morning sets off for Portsmouth, where a frigate lies ready to take him to America.
Four 50 gun ships, and six frigates, are coming out to America this spring with the several convoys.
The squadrons on the different stations in North America are speedily to be reinforced with several men of war of different rates.
Extract of a letter from Chatham, March 21
"Yesterday morning orders were received at the commissioners office in this dockyard for the following ships to be fitted for sea at this port, with the greatest expedition, viz. The Sultan (a new ship) of 74 guns, Russel of 74, Cornwall of 74, Trident of 64, and Stirling Castle (a new ship) of 64 guns, exclusive of the other ships before ordered."
Extract of a letter from Portsmouth, dated March 10.
"This morning John the Painter was brought here from Winchester, attended by the under sheriff, and hanged near the dock gates, upon a gibbet 65 feet high, amidst an amazing concourse of people, who had assembled to see the execution. He was conducted from the jail in this town in a cart, through the quay gate to the common, after which he proceeded through the ropehouse where the fire happened, that he might himself be a witness to the devastation it had occasioned. He seemed very penitent, but had no clergyman with him, which gave reason to many to think him a Roman Catholick. He made a long harangue to the people, the particulars of which I have not been able to collect. His body, after hanging the usual time, was taken down and affixed into another gibbet on the beach, at the entrance of the harbour, near Blockhouse fort."
House of Commons, March 21. The House met at 2 o'clock, and read several private and publick bills. As soon as the current business was finished, the House went into a committee of supply, and came to the following resolutions, which were ordered to be reported on Monday. That 36,9281. be granted for the pay of the Hessian chasseurs for the year 1777, pursuant to treaty; that 16,3261. be granted for Hanau chasseurs, ditto; that 39,5281. be granted for 1282 Brandenburg Anspach, including artillery; that 33981. be granted for Hessian deficiencies of the year 1776, and that 295,8521. surplus of the sinking fund be granted towards making good the supply.
PHILADELPHIA, June 5.
WE can with pleasure inform our readers, that general Washington has now received such supplies of men, &c. that he has removed his head quarters from Morristown to Middle Brook, on the east side of the Rariton, within seven miles and a half of Brunswick, where his army (which is not composed of soldiers whose times of service are continually expiring, but of those enlisted for the war) are now encamped, and make a show that must please every person who is not a Tory.
From our posts near Middle Brook we are able to see and watch the movements of the enemy, who are encamped on Brunswick hills, the west side of the Rariton.
By a gentleman from Charlestown, South Carolina, we learn that seven armed French vessels, one of them mounting 20 guns, arrived there about the 5th of May. Extract of a letter, dated camp near Bound Brook, May 31, 1777.
"On Monday last we had a brush with the Philistines, killed three light horsemen, four Highlanders, and one lieutenant colonel; the latter was killed by a six pound shot. We had only two slightly wounded. The locusts have kept in, since they are not able to pay so dear for travelling so little a way. We have a pretty situation for our encampment, plenty of wood, and excellent water."
We hear the enemy at Brunswick have lately been reinforced with one brigade from Rhode Island and New York.
We can assure the publick, from good authority, that general Howe sends all the American soldiers who desert from the continental army to garrison Gibraltar, or some of the forts in the West India islands, where they will probably remain as slaves in their army for life, and that all the able bodied young men on York and Long Island are absolutely draughted to recruit Mr Howe's army.
June 7. It is reported, and believed, that ammunition and clothing are deposit-
ed, by order of a certain European court, at New Orleans and the Havannah, with directions to lend them to such American vessels as may call for them.
WILLIAMSBURG, June 20.
ON Monday last arrived here from Newbern in North Carolina, on their way to the Northward, the chevalier D'Erford, colonel, De Bailleul, major, and Olry, captain, of the royal corps of French engineers; also mess. De Goir and Matheos, the first captain, and the other a lieutenant, in the royal artillery of France. These gentlemen are from Nantz, and come strongly recommended by Dr. Franklin to the Hon. Congress.
The Massachusetts state have ordered that all their militia, from 16 years old and upwards, immediately equip themselves with every thing necessary for immediate action, and hold themselves in readiness to march, at a minute's warning, to any place within their own territories, or to any of the United States that may hereafter be attacked by our unjust and cruel enemies.
Extract of a letter from general Washington's head quarters, dated June 7, 1777.
"I think we shall have a movement about Tuesday or Wednesday next.---In the course of last week between 20 and 30 deserters came over to us.---A few days ago we sent out a scouting party, from which a lieut. Martin, with 10 men, was detached as an advance scout, who soon fell in with and engaged a party of Hessians and British light horse, 15 in number. At the first fire he killed the commander of the gang; but they spurring up, our men gave way, and left the lieutenant on the field, who was soon surrounded, and (although calling out for quarter) was butchered with the greatest cruelty; 17 wounds were plain to be seen, most of which, it is said, were mortal. The body, with a flag, was sent to the enemy, but they would not view it. The letter which accompanied it they did receive, and promised an answer in a few days."
A duel was lately fought in Georgia, with pistols, between Button Gwinnet, esq; late governor of that state, and general Mackintosh, wherein they were both dangerously wounded.
A memorial was presented the 21st of February last, by sir Joseph Yorke, the English ambassador at the Hague, to their High Mightinesses the States General, complaining of the conduct of their subjects with regard to their interested conduct at St Eustatia, and through that island with America, particularly as to the illicit commerce permitted to be carried on there by the sieur De Graaf, their new governor, with the American rebels, his daring to connive at the arming of American vessels, suffering the capture of an English vessel by an American pirate under the very cannon of his forts, and, as an additional insult to the English nation, and to all the other powers of Europe, returning a salute to the rebel colours from fort Orange. Sir Joseph then demands, in the name of his enraged and grossly insulted master, an open disavowal, on the part of their High Mightinesses, of the proceedings of their governor, with his dismissal and immediate recall, or that he shall not wait a moment (without regard to simple assurances or promises) in adopting such measures as may best conduce to the interest and dignity of his crown.---The answer of their High Mightinesses was, "that they had no account to render to him of their conduct;" and, after maturely deliberating, they resolved to demand satisfaction for the affront offered them in the memorial, and in the meanwhile ordered 12 sail of the line to be got in readiness.

To be SOLD to the highest bidder, on Tuesday the 15th of July, if fair, otherwise next fair day,
A VALUABLE tract of LAND in King William county, containing 448 acres, within two miles of Aylett's warehouse and Todd's bridge, both places convenient to trade. There is on the said plantation a good dwelling-house with four rooms, and all other necessary houses for the reception of a family, also an exceeding good barn and tobacco house, with an apple and peach orchard, and land cleared sufficient to work 6 or 7 hands. The terms will be made known at the day of sale.
RICHARD WATTS.
FOR sale, a TRACT of LAND in Essex county, near the lower glebe, within a mile of Rappahannock river, containing 370 acres, with a dwelling-house and other convenient houses, being the land whereon the late Thomas Watts, deceased, lived. The terms may be known by applying to the subscriber, in King & Queen county.
JOHN WATTS.
FOR sale, a likely young NEGRO MAN who has been used to wait in the house, and upon a gentleman on his travels. He understands the management of horses, and the kitchen garden. Inquire of Mr. Spencer, at Pocohontas bridge, Petersburg
ALL persons having demands against the estate of Robert Hobbs, deceased, of the county of Prince George, are desired to bring them in by the 20th of July, properly attested. After that time they will not be received.
PETER WILLIAMS, adm.
RUN away from the subscriber in Augusta, the 10th of April last, a negro man named GEORGE, 21 years old, 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, has a remarkable scar on the side of his head, occasioned by a scald, and a small streak of hair grows through the said scar. He was purchased in Fauquier county, and probably is gone there, or may endeavour to get to some seaport, with a view to make his escape out of the country. He took with him a white broadcloth coat, a new macaroni hat, a pair of pale blue worsted stockings, a silk streaked jacket, and many other things; also a white horse, something dappled, about 5 years old, about 13 hands and a half high, paces, trots, and gallops, his mane hangs on the left side, branded on the near shoulder G S turned upside down, and on the buttock G H, with a new saddle, and a blue cloth bound with white. Whoever delivers the said negro to me shall have 20 DOLLARS reward, and for the horse and saddle 10 DOLLARS. 2|| GEO: CRISMAN.
DUMFRIES, June 1, 1777.
STRAYED or STOLEN out of a marsh at Dumfries, the 15th day of May last, or the night following, a dark bay mare 9 or 10 years old, 4 feet 4 inches high, branded on her near buttock with a figure of 8, hanging mane on near side, switch tail, shod before, and galled on the sides by the girt. Whoever gives any intelligence to me, or Mr. Gifford, so that I may get her again, shall have 5 DOLLARS reward, and all reasonable expenses paid by || JOHN McNABB.
Ten DOLLARS Reward.
STOLEN or STRAYED from the subscriber, about the latter end of last month, a dark bay horse about 14 hands high, 7 or 8 years old, and branded on the near buttock I W. The horse I lately purchased in Lancaster county, and if strayed it is probable he may have taken that course. I will give the above reward to any person that will deliver him to me here. || JOHN LAWSON.
DUMFRIES, May 16, 1777.
Mr. PURDIE, OBSERVING by capt. Henry Terrell's publication in your last paper that I am included with the number of deserters from the 5th Virginia regiment, as that publication is unjust, and as I detest the character of a deserter, and do not deserve that appellation, must beg leave to trouble the publick with a true narration of my conduct as a soldier in that service. At the age of 15 years, I, with the approbation of my father, entered into the service of my country, and after some time serving as a minute soldier, enlisted with this captain Terrell, came down to Williamsburg, and faithfully did my duty till the latter end of last summer, when I was taken ill, and languished under sickness and disorders till about the month of January last; and being in a low state of health, and not able to render my country the service required of me, with the advice of my friends I applied to general Lewis for a furlough of 30 days, in order to recover my health, which was obtained, and at the same time obtained leave to provide another man in my stead, in case I found myself unable to return to the service. When my furlough was nearly out, finding myself to continue in a low situation, I procured, at the expense of 40 dollars, one James Weaver, an able bodied man, to enter the service in my room, who was approved of by capt. Terrell, as will appear by the annexed certificates. Having thus conducted myself, the publick are left to determine as to the justice of captain Terrell's publication in regard to me, more especially when he knows I am still in a situation not able to render any service to my country as a soldier. As the above facts are well known to several gentlemen of character, I hope I shall be acquitted by my country, and stand fair in the opinion of all who will judge impartially.
JOSEPH STITH.
I JAMES WEAVER, of Bedford county (now a soldier in capt. Terrell's company of the 5th Virginia regiment) about the 10th day of February last went to Joseph Stith, then a soldier in the said company, and did offer to him that I would serve in his place and stead for 40 dollars reward, which he agreed to. We then went from Mr. Richard Stith's house to capt. Terrell's, where he accepted of me instead of the said Joseph Stith, and I took the oath appointed to be taken by soldiers, and received the above reward the same day. William M Cord, a soldier in the said company, was present through all the above circumstances.
Witness my hand, this 26th day of March 1777. JAMES WEAVER.
Test, W. CLARK. JOHN M'CURD.
BEDFORD, Sc. The above named William M Cord made oath before me this 26th day of March 1777, that capt. Terrell did, as above, accept of James Weaver in the stead of Joseph Stith, if the superior officers do not object to the change.
CHARLES TALBOT.
220 DOLLARS Reward. DESERTED from capt. William Grimes's company, the following deserters, viz. Caleb M Fussion, Wilson Pinginton, Solomon Smith, Caleb Woodward, William Barber, Anthony Payne, Jesse Tooley, William Nickerson, Thomas Banks, Abraham Hill, and Lewis Charles. The above reward, or 20 dollars for each deserter, will be paid upon their being delivered at head quarters in Williamsburg, and 40 dollars for each if delivered at head quarters in New Jersey, and all reasonable charges allowed for Lewis Charles, who is about 6 feet high, has lost one of his eyes, and has reddish coloured hair.
|| PHILIP MALLORY, lieut. 15th battal.
Mr. PURDIE, AS Mr. Hansbrough has applied to the publick for information of some person who hath been successful in the cure of cancers, permit me, through the channel of your paper, to acquaint him, that Planner Williams, esq; in Somerset county, on the Eastern Shore of Maryland (whose sister had a very bad cancer in her face) having performed some friendly offices for a physician (who some years past was eminent for their cure) in one of the islands, prevailed upon him to communicate his method of treating them; by observing which Mr. Williams perfectly cured his sister, and since that time hath, in several instances, done the same favour to some of his friends, who stood in need of his assistance. Mr. Williams, in order that the publick may not be deprived of the benefit, hath imparted the secret to his brother in law doctor Thomas Robinson, who lives in the same county. If the urgency of Mr. Hansbrough's case should render it eligible to him to apply for relief at such a distance, I am satisfied he will not be disappointed.
LUTHER MARTIN.
JUST imported, a choice cargo of goods, to a very considerable amount, which will be sold at vendue, on Friday the 27th instant, before Mr. Bradley's door in the town of Petersburg. If the weather should prove indifferent, they will be exposed to sale the next fair day. The cargo consists of the following articles, viz. Gunpowder, black pepper, pimenta, pins of various sizes, writing paper, silk stockings, flowered white satins, crimson, &c. spotted pink satins, red flowered do. white figured silks, blue do. striped and flowered gauze, plain do. spotted do. gauze handkerchiefs, blond lace, and sundry articles too tedious to mention.
June 20, 1777.
WILLIAMSBURG, June 17, 1777.
THE executors of Peyton Randolph, esq; deceased, request all persons who stand indebted to their testator for fees during his practice at the bar, to make payment thereof, as soon as possible. For their accommodation, the accounts will be put into the hands of gentlemen, who have undertaken to apply for the discharge of them.
To be SOLD on Tuesday the 24th instant (June) at the plantation of Cole Digges, esq; deceased, in Warwick county, for ready money,
ALL the household and kitchen furniture, together with the stocks of cattle, sheep, and hogs, a quantity of very fine framing for a dwelling-house, a quantity of very fine plank, window frames and sashes, and doors already made, with many other articles too tedious to enumerate. All persons indebted to the estate are desired to make immediate payment to The EXECUTORS.
COMMITTED to the jail of Amherst county, a negro fellow named JEM, about 17 years old, who says he belongs to Alexander Baine of Chesterfield county. When taken up, he had in his custody a chestnut sorrel horse about 10 years old, 4 feet 6 or 7 inches high, but no brand perceivable; also an old saddle and bridle. The owner is desired to pay charges, and receive the negro and horse.
|| WILLIAM POLLARD, jailer.
TAKEN up on Willis's creek, in Cumberland, a bay mare 4 feet 8 inches high, about 8 years old, has had her near thigh broke, has a very sore back, but neither dockt nor branded. Posted, and appraised to 8 l.
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James Garrett.

GOOD encouragement will be given to a journeyman TAILOR by the subscriber, living on the south side of the Capitol. 2|| JAMES MOIR.
LOST on the 24th of March at Alexandria , out of the stable of mr. John Elements , a likely young chestnut horse 4 years old this June , about 4 feet 7 or 8 inches high, has never been docked or branded, the hair on his tail is short, and he paces, trots, and canters very well. Whoever takes up the said horse, and secures him so that I get him again, shall have 8 DOLLARS reward, paid by 2|| LEWIS HIPKINS.
FOR sale, in Caroline county, on Mattacofick creek , a TRACT of LAND containing about 1000 acres, with a plantation and all necessary houses for about 6 or 8 hands to work on; belonging to mr. John White in King & Queen county, of whom any person inclining to purchase may inquire for terms, or of the subscriber in King William county. The above land will be sold for cash or credit, as may best suit the purchaser. 2|| CHRIST: TOMPKINS.
WAS left in the magazine at Portsmouth , some time in the year 1776, a small box containing the following clothes, viz. 1 London brown coat, 1 jeans ditto, 1 country wove ditto, 1 claret coloured waistcoat, 1 gray ditto, 1 duroy ditto, 1 pair of leather breeches, and new sagathy cut out for a pair of ditto. The owner may have them by applying to 2|| JOHN HUDSON.
WILLIAMSBURG, June 6, 1777. DESERTED from the troops of this state now in this city, on the 2d instant, Joshua Perkins , a mulatto, about 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, 24 or 25 years old, and is a straight well made fellow; had on a short striped jacket, a felt hat bound round with French lace, the remainder of his dress not remembered. Whoever apprehends the said deserter, and returns him to his company, shall have 5 DOLLARS reward. 2|| WINDSOR BROWN, capt.
STOLEN from Dumfries , April the 27th, three waggon horses, which were impressed for the use of my company. One a white, about 13 hands 3 inches high, but no brand remembered. One a dark bay, mixed with white hairs, about the same height, branded on the near shoulder and buttock L . The other a small dark bay, if branded forgot. Whoever delivers the said horses to mr. Joseph Watson in Alexandria , or to col. William Finnie in Williamsburg , shall receive 5 DOLLARS for each. 2|| THOMAS THWEATT, captain 14th Virginia regiment.
N. B. The above horses are supposed to be taken by some deserters, who will soon set them at liberty.
STOLEN out of the subscriber's pasture, in Stafford county, a likely bay horse about 13 hands and a half high, 5 years old, has a small star in his forehead, several white spots on both sides, but more upon one side than the other, one saddle spot, a pretty long tail, his mane about half cut off, the other part hangs down, his fetlocks trimmed very neat, the hair is rubbed off both his hind legs, just above the hams, by the traces, trots and gallops, and branded on the off buttock W . Whoever conveys the said horse to me shall have 10 DOLLARS reward. 2|| WILLIAM WIGGINTON.
HENRICO, June 5, 1777. ON Monday the 23d instant will be sold at the late dwelling-house of Julius Allen , deceased, a great quantity of live stock, consisting of horses, cattle, hogs, and sheep, also some household and kitchen furniture. Twelve months credit will be allowed the purchasers for all sums above 5l. the bonds to bear interest from the date if not paid within 30 days after they become due. All persons who have any demands against the estate are desired to make them known, and those indebted to make payment as soon as possible to 2|| JULIUS ALLEN, jun. } exec. SAMUEL PRICE, } MILES SELDEN, jun. }
DESERTED from my company of the 3d Georgia battalion, the following soldiers, viz.  Benjamin Seaward , 24 or 25 years old, 5 feet 9 or 10 inches high, well set, has a fresh look, and straight black hair. Thomas Williams , 22 or 23 years old, 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, dark hair and dark complexion, looks well, and is well set. Whoever delivers them to the commanding officer in Williamsburg shall have 30 dollars for each. 2|| ISAAC HICKS.
DESERTED , John Jackson , enlisted by me in Fauquier county, who had leave of absence till the middle of May . He is of a dark complexion, about 22 years old, 5 feet 11 or 12 inches high, is much pitted with the smallpox, and has short yellow hair. Whoever delivers him to the commanding officer at Williamsburg shall have 10 DOLLARS reward. 2|| JAMES WITHERS, ensign.
Eighty DOLLARS Reward. DESERTED from the 10th Virginia regiment, the following soldiers, viz.  Eake Brown of Cumberland county, and Josiah Clark , Anderson Green , and James Hopkins , of Buckingham . I will give 20 dollars for each, if delivered to me or any continental officer, so as they may be conveyed to their regiment; but if they will meet me at Cumberland courthouse on the 16th instant, in order to march, they shall be received with impunity. All the men enlisted by me, who have not yet marched, are desired to meet me at that time without fail. 2|| HUGHES WOODSON.
STOLEN from the subscriber in Henrico , the 11th of May , a flea-bitten white horse 4 feet 7 or 8 inches high, 10 or 11 years old, with hanging mane and switch tail, is crestfallen, docked very short, paces, trots, and gallops, works well, and branded on the near buttock TP . Whoever delivers the said horse to me, near Richmond , shall have 40s. reward, and 10l. on conviction of the thief. 2|| CHARLES PRICE.
PORTSMOUTH, May 16, 1777. STRAYED or STOLEN from York town, about the middle of April last, a small dark bay horse about 4 feet 6 or 7 inches high, with hanging mane and long tail; he is very long to his height, has a small star in his forehead, one hind foot white, his head is very large, and he will have it as nigh the ground when rode as he can get it; he is 5 or 6 years old this summer, and paces, trots, and gallops. Whoever will give me notice where he is, or will deliver him to mr. Thomas Wyld , jun. at York , shall have 40s. reward of the said Wyld ; and if stolen, on conviction of the thief, 7l. 2|| WHITEHEAD COLEMAN.
WILLIAMSBURG, June 4, 1777. NOTICE is hereby given to all person interested to appear at the town courthouse in this city on the 23d day of this instant, then and there to show cause, if any they can, why the Court of Admiralty to judgment upon, and condemnation of, one moiety of the sloop Catharine , her rigging, tackle, apparel, furniture, and cargo, against which a libel hath been filed in the said court by James Barron and others, should not proceed. By order of the Court of Admiralty. WILLIAM RUSSELL. cl. cur.
For SALE, A TRACT of LAND, containing 1100 acres, lying on both sides of Great Heartquake swamp , in King & Queen county, about six miles below the courthouse. The land may be viewed by applying to Richard Walden , overseer on the premises, and the terms known of 4 BENJAMIN ROBINSON.
WANTED , for ready money, a TRACT of LAND , 4000 acres or upwards, rather unimproved and uncleared, than encumbered with tenants, the soil very good, and well watered. If in the Northern Neck , with banks of iron ore, and streams sufficient to erect works, it will be more agreeable. JAMES HUNTER.
RUN away from the subscriber in Charlotte , the 17th of April last, a negro man named NED , who is a well set fellow, about 29 years old, 5 feet 6 or 7 inches high, has remarkable small legs for his size, walks with his toes much turned out, plays on the violin, pretends sometimes to make fiddles, and is very forward in speaking. He carried with him a homespun white yarn jacket and blue and white yarn breeches, much worn; but I suppose he has got other clothes, as he is a very great villain. About four years ago he ran away and got into Fincastle county, on the waters of New river , where he hired himself as a freeman, by the name of John Redcross . Whoever apprehends the said runaway and conveys him to me, or secures him in any jail so that I get him again, shall have 20 DOLLARS reward, and be allowed all reasonable charges. 4|| RICHARD GAINES, sen.
YORK, May 26, 1777. STRAYED from South Quay bridge, the 16th instant, a likely dark bay horse about 10 years old, near 14 hands high, has a large body and short legs, hanging mane and short switch tail, a star in his forehead, some white spots on his back, and one or both his hind feet white. Whoever delivers the said horse to mr. Thomas Langston , at Suffolk , shall be entitled to 40s. reward. 4|| GEORGE GOOSLEY.
STRAYED or STOLEN from the academy in Prince Edward county, on the 23d of last March , two bright bay horses, one of them about 10 years old, the other older. The old horse has a drooping rump, his sides rubbed with drawing, and branded on one of his buttocks with a large T . The other horse has a star in his forehead (if any brand, forgot) and has a scrape down his face, which I suppose is still to be seen. There were horses seen not far from mr. Pawling Anderson's in Amelia , which I suppose to have been these. Perhaps they may go through Cumberland , on their way home, or endeavour to cross over at Rocky Ridge . I will give 5 DOLLARS to be informed of them so that I may get them again, and 10 DOLLARS if brought home to me in King William , near Aylett's warehouse, or one half for either horse. 4|| WILLIAM ROBERTSON.

BEING desirous to settle the estate of my late husband, Henry Cobbett , deceased, all persons who have any demands against the same are desired to make them known before the 10th of August next, to me in New Kent , or to Mr. William Smith in King William , who has all the books and papers in his possession, as I purpose then to make up my account of administration. I also request the favour of those indebted to make payment by that time.
ANNE COBBETT, admx.
BY virtue of an order of the Worshipful court of Prince George county, will be sold to the highest bidder, on Thursday the 26th of this instant ( June ) at the late dwelling house of Elizabeth Bonner , deceased, in the said county, all the estate of the said deceased, consisting of four very likely negroes, household and kitchen furniture, and several other things too tedious to mention. Twelve months credit will be allowed, the purchasers giving bond with approved security; but if not punctually paid, to carry interest from the date.
N BAINS Sheriff.
As to those belonging to the 2d Virginia regiment, who were left behind when the regiment marched to the Northward, are now ordered to repair to Dumfries in ten days from the time they see this order, where they will find an officer to receive them. Those who fail repairing to the place above mentioned, and in the time limited, may depend upon being advertised as deserters, and punished as such when taken. It is hoped that every friend to America will let no opportunity slip of apprehending such men as shall be advertised, who may be within their knowledge.
ALEX SPOONER col.
200 DOLLARS reward.
DESERTED out of capt Benjamin Porter's company in the 2d Georgia battalion, Gabriel Wilkinson , about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, with fair hair; lived in Frederick county, on Back creek , and enlisted in Winchester . Timothy Gerard , about 5 feet 8 or 9 inches high, who also enlisted in Frederick , about 12 miles from Winchester . Aaron Dilley , about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, dark hair, enlisted on Mill creek , near capt. Handshaw's . William Jenkins of Berkeley , about 5 feet 5 or 6 inches high. Randolph Fugate , of Culpeper , near Chester's Gap , about 5 feet 5 inches high, well made. Nathaniel Berry (alias Smith ) 5 feet 4 inches high, dark hair and eyes. Joseph Price , an Englishman , fair hair, well made. Berry enlisted with me in Culpeper , but has enlisted with lieut. Rucker since, by whom he is concealed. Price has since enlisted in col. Baker's troop of horse. Jeremiah Hurley of King William , a short, thick, well set man, enlisted by James Hawkins . William Dorton and William Hood , both young men, enlisted in Williamsburg by the captain. John Phillips of Dunmore , and Thomas Robertson of Frederick , both middle sized dark skinned men. Benjamin Jones of Spotsylvania , a small man. The three latter were enlisted by lieut. Strother . Whoever secures said deserters, so as they may be brought to the company, shall have the above reward, or 20 dollars for each of them, and reasonable charges, paid by
21 JOHN CUNNINGHAM 1st Lieut.
HANOVER May 27, 1777.
WANTED immediately, a single man who is a good WEAVER . Also a single woman well acquainted with the manufacturing of flax and hemp. Great encouragement will be given to such, on applying to
(6) NELSON BERKELEY.
To be SOLD to the highest bidder, for ready money, at Burton in Prince George county, on Thursday the 26th instant, ( June )
THE hoop Virginia Packet , with her materials, a prime sailor, her timbers plank, &c. of cedar, Bermuda built, six years old, burthen 250 bushels
|| BATTS & MORGAN.
On Thursday the 26th instant will be sold at Blandford , for ready money, about 5000 wt. of well cured BACON ; which will be sold in small quantities, for the convenience of purchasers.
June 11, 1777. (2)
LADISS, May 24, 1777.
FOUND a few days since by a negro fellow, in the lower end of this county, a considerable sum of CONTINENTAL CURRENCY . The owner may get it by giving a satisfactory description, and applying to
|| W. SMITH, son of Thomas B. Smith.
To be SOLD, on Tuesday the 15th of July next (if fair, otherwise next fair day) at the late dwelling-house of Arthur Turner of Buckingham county, deceased,
THE real and personal estate of the said deceased, consisting of 400 acres of land joining Meherrin river , in Southampton county about 3 miles above Taylor's bridge, it being the land the said Turner purchased of major John Ruffin about 3 years ago, part of which is rich low grounds, that will produce good tobacco and wheat. It is well timbered, and convenient to church and mill. The plantation is in order to work about 5 or 6 hands, and has on it a dwelling-house, kitchen, &c. Also stock of all kinds, among which are two covering horses, one got by Janus , the noted running horse Irishman , the other by Fearnought , his dam almost full blood, of a beautiful colour, and very large, several other valuable horses, one jack ass, and two she-asses, cattle, hogs, and sheep of the English kind, household and kitchen furniture, &c. The terms for the land will be agreed on at the day of sale, and 12 months credit allowed for all sums above 40s. the purchasers giving bond with approved security to
THOMAS TURNER, } executors. PHILIP & COLIN PERSON,
DESERTED from capt John Webb's company of the 7th Virginia regiment of continental forces, the following soldiers, viz. Reuben Cox , about 6 feet 1 inch high, black hair, dark complexion, and about 22 years old. Carter Fletcher , about 5 feet 8 inches, remarkable black hair, dark complexion, and about 19 years old. Rice Graves , 5 feet 10 inches high, black hair, dark complexion, very stout, about 24 years of age. Vincent Hudson , a lad about 5 feet 5 inches high, spare made, and very much freckled; he sounds the fife well, for which he was enlisted. William Jones , about 5 feet 5 inches high, dark hair, fair complexion, is a very modest man, and about 21 years old. The above soldiers enlisted in Essex county. Benjamin Deane , light hair, fair complexion, about 5 feet 8 inches high, and about 21 years old; enlisted in King & Queen . Curtis Hardy , about the height of Deane , dark hair and skin, very stout, and about 21 years old; enlisted in Middlesex . It is hoped the reward offered by general Lewis in his proclamation will be a sufficient inducement to the well-wishers of their country to apprehend the above deserters. || HENRY YOUNG, lieut.
FREDERICKSBURG, June 9, 1777.
FOR sale, on Thursday the 16th of July , for ready money, two HOUSES and LOTS in the town of Fredericksburg .
|| ALEX: KENNEDY
FOR sale, 308 ACRES OF LAND , late survey, either in parcels or altogether, lying in James City county, adjoining the shipyard; and as many have offered to purchase acre lots on the river near the shipyard, if no offers should appear before the 25th of August next, the land will be sold, with the several houses and plantations, on that day, to the highest bidder. Also a few and grist mill about one mile from the land where I live. And there will be sold the same day, if fair, otherwise next day, about 20 likely Virginia born SLAVES , all the above for ready money.
PHIL. JOHNSON.
JAMES BRAY JOHNSON.
N. B. Vauxhall , with the gardens, stables, and outhouses, are on the above land.
RUN away from the subscriber, a likely negro man named LEWIS , about 25 years old, 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, stout made, and has a down look when spoke to; had on when he went away a white hunting shirt, a pair of gray cloth breeches, and a straw hat. I lately purchased him of Mr. Turner Anderson , and understand he was raised on the estate of Mr. Bickerton of Hanover , where it is probable he may go, or to Caroline county, where I hear his mother lives. I expect he will endeavour to pass for a freeman, as he has once attempted to enlist into the service. Whoever apprehends the said runaway, and delivers him to capt. Nelson Anderson in Hanover , shall have 16 DOLLARS reward, paid by
|| JOHN WILSON.
WARWICK, May 26, 1777.
RUN away from Mr. Donald's plantation in Prince Edward , about the latter end of April , a dark coloured mulatto fellow named WILL , and generally passes by the name of William Hunt . He is about 40 years of age, 4 feet 8 or 9 inches high, had a variety of clothes (but most commonly wore a jacket and pair of breeches made out of a duffel blanket) all of which he carried off with him. He has lost some of his fore teeth, and has rather a down look, understands a little of the blacksmith and shoemaking trades, and carried away with him a set of shoemakers tools. He pretends also to know something of religious matters, and misses no opportunity of holding forth on that subject. Fifty shillings will be given to any person who secures him in any jail in Virginia , and 5l. if delivered at this place, or in Prince Edward , where he went from. Was also stolen, or strayed from the plantation in Henry county where Mr. John Rowland lives, some time last fall, a bright bay mare, very old, about 4 feet 5 inches high, branded with a stirrup iron on the near buttock and shoulder, and had some saddle spots. Thirty shillings will be paid to the person who delivers her to Mr. Donald , and on conviction of the thief 5l. will be allowed.
JOHN MURCHIE.
STRAYED or STOLEN from the subscriber, about the 10th of May last, a middle sized light bay horse, with a small lump on his back, occasioned by a cart saddle, branded on the near buttock H, hanging mane and switch tail, high hip bones, and is about 7 or 8 years old. Whoever delivers him to me, in Williamsburg , shall have 40s. reward.
RICHARD BOO

PETERSBURG, May 15, 1777.
WHEREAS some person, or persons, have several times cut my pasture fence, by which means horses have either been taken out or have made their escape, I hereby offer a reward of 40s. to any person who shall convict any one of so doing; and I hope those gentleman who are so kind as to favour me with their will excuse my being answerable for their horses, it being an impossibility to guard against villainy. The utmost care shall be taken, but I cannot think of being made liable for escapes, for so inadequate a premium as 7d. halfpenny for pasturage or stabling.
(2) WILLIAM BRADLEY.
Ten DOLLARS Reward
DESERTED from col. Grayson's regiment of guards, a certain John Goodwin, a native of America, about 5 feet 10 inches high, well made, pitted with the smallpox, his dress uncertain, but I believe indifferent. He has resided for some time in Loudoun county, near Mr. Farling Bell's, at which place he was recruited. I expect he has made for the western frontiers of this state, as he was seen travelling that way. Whoever will secure the deserter, and give information to me, that he may be brought to join the said regiment, shall receive the above reward.
CHRIST. GREENUP, lieut. LEESBURG; May 13, 1777.
Eighteen POUNDS Reward.
RUN away from the subscriber living in Winchester, an English servant man named George King, about 40 years of age, 5 feet 5 or 6 inches high, dark complexion, has short sooty coloured hair, a mole on his left cheek, the fore finger of his right hand crooked, small legs, splay feet, and turns in his toes as he walks, can distort his face and squint at pleasure, in such a manner that it is difficult for even those who are acquainted with him to know him, speaks thick, and is much addicted to liquor; had on a white country cloth jacket with sleeves, a blue waistcoat with white metal buttons, country made linen shirt, a pair of buckskin breeches better than half worn, white yarn stockings, a pair of boot vamp shoes with new quarters and strings in them. He was sent to Staunton with a horse, in search of two others that strayed from the subscriber. The horse he rode is a lengthy squat bright bay, about 14 hands high, generally paces, trots very little, if any when going up a hill, and has a short switch tail. Whoever secures the said servant and horse, so that the owner may get them again, shall have the above reward.
PATRICK MURRAY.
N. B. Said servant understands farming extraordinary well, and is likewise accustomed to the business of a groom. It is supposed he will endeavour to make to the enemy.
STRAYED or STOLEN from the subscriber at Fauquier courthouse, the 11th of this instant May, two horses near 15 hands high, but neither of them branded that I remember. The black horse is about 6 or 7 years old, paces slow, trots and gallops well, is shod round, his shoes much worn, hanging mane and switch tail, and two of his upper fore teeth are rotten, one next to his corner tooth on one side, and the other on the opposite corner. The bay is about 12 or 13 years old, a natural pacer I believe, and goes pretty fast, roachbacked, hanging mane and long switch tail, has a large bell on, near half an inch on each side of his mouth is worn by the bridle, and is shod before, his shoes much worn. Whoever conveys the said horses to me shall have 10 dollars reward.
JOSEPH NELSON.
FOR sale, a BOAT built after the manner of pilot boat, burthen about 500 bushels, with good tackle, &c. The boat is strong, and sound; and the price may be known by applying to Philemon Gatewood, at col. Smith's, in Piscataway, Essex county.
A NUMBER of ARMOURERS are named wanted to repair publick arms at the said town. Good wages will be given. Apply to col. Turner Southall.
To be SOLD, on Thursday the 18th of August next at the Wam Sp'ing in Berkeley county,
ALL the lots in the town of Bath, at the said springs, pursuant to an act of Assembly passed in November last. Attendance will be given at the time and place aforesaid by 8. The TRUSTEES. May 18, 1777.
FOR sale, for ready money, or 12 months credit, an exceeding good plantation BLACKSMITH, who is very well acquainted with many other kinds of work in that branch of business, such as nail making, tiring wheels, &c. The terms may be known by applying to Joshua Poythress, sen. at Flower de Hundred, in Prince George county, or to William Poythress at York garrison.
*** There may likewise be purchased a complete set of blacksmith TOOLS with the fellow.
FOR sale, in Bedford county, about 12 miles from the courthouse, a TRACT of LAND containing 500 acres (part of a patent of 14,000 acres granted to Richard Randolph, deceased) situated on both sides of the Dumplin Mountain fork of Little Otter river, the soil of which is exceeding good, either for tobacco, corn, or wheat, and affords a commodious place for a settlement, is a remarkable good range for stock, and convenient to mill, meeting houses, &c. Any person inclined to treat for the land may know the terms by applying to the subscriber in Charlotte county, on Staunton river.
4. JOHN DANIEL.
DESERTED from the Henry galley, Robert Bernard, born in Gloucester county, who is a tall fellow, very talkative, and speaks much in the blackguard strain. John Cluverius, about 5 feet 11 inches high, has an old and homely look, and is as much of a blackguard as the other. They are but indifferent landsmen. Whoever delivers the above deserters to me shall have 10 DOLLARS reward for each.
2. ROBERT TOMPKINS, capt. of the Henry galley.
STRAYED or STOLEN out of my pasture in Williamsburg, Sunday night last, a black horse in good order, about 4 feet 10 inches high, about 10 years old, paces and trots with fine spirit, old shoes upon his fore feet, has a small lump near one of his nostrils, and branded on the near buttock with three dots. Any person who will apprehend the thief, should there be any, and he convicted, I will give a reward of 20l. exclusive of what the law allows; and for delivering the horse to me, or my son at Williamsburg, 20s.
MATTHEW MARABIE.
SUFFOLK parish, in the county of Nansemond, having become vacant by the misconduct of the minister, any CLERGYMAN who can come well recommended will meet with good encouragement, and the sooner application is made the better. The glebe is an exceeding good one, and is pleasantly situated on the river.
MICHAEL KING, } church-wardens. JAMES GODWIN, }
June 4, 1777.
RUN away from the subscriber, near New Kent courthouse, on Friday the 4th of April last, a young mulatto fellow named JOHN, about 5 feet 5 inches high, has a very surly look, a scar on his breast occasioned by a seald when a child, long straight dark hair, one leg something larger than the other, walks very clumsy, and is very slovenly, has lately lost one of his thumb nails, which I expect has not grown out yet, and sometimes calls himself John Bibbin by which I think he will endeavour to pass as a free man. He has been hired to a ditcher, and possibly may make that business his calling. He had on when he went away a red waistcoat with blue sleeves, a thread and cotton shirt, breeches and wrappers of the same dyed purple, and took an old Virginian cloth blue and white jacket, also a shirt of the same kind he had on, and a Dutch blanket half worn, a coarse round hat, and a pair of coarse shoes half worn. I will give 20 DOLLARS to any person that will deliver him to me, or 10 DOLLARS if secured in any jail, so that I get him.
SAMUEL APPERSON.
STOLEN or STRAYED from Southhampton courthouse, on Tuesday the 15th of last month, a bright bay horse about 4 feet 6 inches high, 3 years old, with a slip on one side of his nose, some white hairs in his face, hanging mane and switch tail, and is just learning to pace. Whoever delivers the said horse to me, near capt. William Simmons's in Southampton, shall have 8 DOLLARS reward.
SAMUEL DREWRY, jun.
May 19, 1777.
STRAYED, on the 28th of January last, from the subscriber, two horses, viz. A dark gray, 4 years old, about 4 feet 4 or 5 inches high, has a short switch tail, and thick bushy mane, his form remarkable stout. The other a bay, 3 years old, about 4 feet 5 or 6 inches high, has a long tail and mane, a small star in his forehead, a slip between his nostrils, and on all his feet are several white spots. The above mentioned horses were brought from Warwick county about a year ago, where they were bred, but lately from King William, to one of which places it is probable they will go, if not prevented, as they were seen passing through Goochland, and appeared anxious to proceed down the country. Any person who delivers the said horses to Mr. Ambrose Edwards of King William to Mr. William Norvel of Hanover, or to me near the lower end of Albemarle, shall have 40s. reward, or 20s. for either.
TUNSTALL QUARLES.
TAKEN up in James City, about 6 or 7 miles from Williamsburg, a sorrel roan horse about 13 hands 3 inches high, 6 or 7 years old, well made, has a few white hairs in his forehead, shod before, and branded on the near buttock R T. Posted, and appraised to 20l. Since his appraisal he has been taken from me by force by Jones Allen, of which the owner is desired to take notice, and to apply to me for information about the horse, or he may depend on losing him.
Matthew Bingley.
TAKEN up in Bedford, a bay horse about 7 years old, 4 feet 7 or 8 inches high, has a small star in his forehead, his near fore leg gray to his shoulder, paces and trots, had on a small bell, and is branded on the near buttock C. Posted, and appraised to 10l.
Robert Irvine.
TAKEN up in Amherst, a red deer with a white spot on his shoulder, some white spots on his belly, marked with a crop and slit in the right ear, with a swallow fork in the left, and branded on the right horn I B. Posted, and appraised to 31. 15s.
John Swanson.