Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1805-04-29 00:00:00

EAST-INDIA NEWS.
(Concluded from the Ledger of the 24th inst.)
To his excellency the most noble Marquis Wellesley, governor general, &c. &c. &c.
My Lord,
It is with sentiments of the most heartfelt satisfaction, that I transmit to your lordship, the copy of a despatch just received, announcing the complete success of the army under the command of major general Frazier, in the attack of the enemy's brigades, at Deeg on the thirteenth instant.
This action appears to have been very severe, and it has been attended with as complete success, and achieved by a gallantry and outrage, as ardent, as have marked the conduct of any army. Whilst it reflects on all descriptions of troops engaged the highest praise, it entitles them to the thanks and admiration of their country, and adds to the high reputation of the army in India.
However, I may rejoice at the success of our arms, and the additional glory acquired by the British troops in this gallant action, I shall lament until the last hour of my existence, the severe loss sustained by that truly gallant, and highly meritorious officer, major general Frazier, to whose able dispositions and heroic valour, in leading on the troops, I attribute such signal success. The publick, though I hope, temporary, loss, of the services of this officer, is a subject of the most sincere regret.
It would be superfluous to attempt to express my private feelings on this occasion, in which I am well convinced your lordship will fully participate.
The official report now transmitted, leads me to fear that our loss, in officers and men, has been severe.
I hope to receive in the course of this day, returns, which shall be immediately forwarded.
I have the honour to be, my lord, Your Lordship's
Most faithful humble servant, G. LAKE.
Head Quarters, Futty-Ghur, November 18, 1804.
The letter enclosed in the despatch of his excellency the commander in chief, is the same as the letter addressed to captain Armstrong, military secretary to the governor general, of which a copy was printed in the Calcutta Gazette extraordinary of the 25th of November.
To his excellency the most noble Marquis Wellesley, K. St. P. captain and governor general, &c. &c. &c.
My Lord,
However proud and happy I may feel in communicating to your excellency some particulars respecting the brilliant and decided victory, which, through the favour of Providence, we have obtained over the whole of the infantry and guns of Jeswunt Rao Holkar, commanded by his chief sirdar, Heman Dada, at the same time I cannot sufficiently lament the event which has made it fall to my lot, in consequence of major general Frazier having received a severe wound, which obliged him to quit the field. I attribute our decided and glorious victory over the enemy, entirely to the arrangements made for the attack by major general Frazier, and to the confidence and enthusiasm with which he inspired the whole army, heading his majesty's 76th regiment with the most undaunted gallantry.
After we had carried the village, we descended the hill, and charged the enemy's advanced party, under a most tremendous discharge of round, grape, and chain, from their guns, which they abandoned as we came up to them, retiring to fresh batteries, the whole of which we carried for upwards of two miles, they flying before us in every direction; numbers of them perishing in the Swamp, which encompasses that angle of the fort of Deeg; and even in the ditch of the fort itself; being pursued by us, close up to the very walls. After having carried the different ranges of guns, which extended from the village on their right flank, to the south east angle of the fort; we returned to attack a large body of the enemy, drawn up to the eastward of the lower end of the lake, and who kept annoying us, with a most destructive fire, from eighteen, and twelve pounders, which until now, we had no opportunity of dispersing; these however were kept in check by major Hammond, with the 1st battalion 2d regiment, and three six pounders, who maintained his position with the utmost steadiness and gallantry. I ordered some more six pounders to be brought up, and under cover of their fire, I moved round upon the enemy's left flank, who as we advanced, made a precipitate retreat into the lake, where numbers perished; amongst whom were, Mohummud Shaw Khan, and Adill Khan, two of the principal sirdars of the Ally-Goles. After this, the enemy made no further opposition, but entirely quitted the field, flying in all directions. Lieutenant colonel Browne, with the 2d regiment and 3d regiment of native cavalry, and Gallopers, continued to watch the motions of a considerable body of horse during the action, and afterwards moved down to the field of engagement, to protect the removal of the captured guns, and our
wounded, who were unavoidably left there. Lieutenant colonel Ball at the same time moved down with the 3d brigade to support the cavalry.
I find it impossible to express my gratitude and obligation, for the support I received from every officer and soldier engaged. Were I allowed to offer my individual thanks, to lieut. colonel Horsford, commanding the artillery, and to lieutenant colonel G. S. Browne, commanding the 2d brigade of infantry, they are particularly due.
From Brigade major Menzies, captains Frazier and Mac Night, the officers of major general Frazier's staff, I received the most active assistance, for which I feel myself highly indebted. My sincere thanks are also due to my brigade major Carr, and to ensign Boyer, of the 12th regiment of native infantry, who acted as my aid-de-camp on this occasion.
I should not be doing justice to my feelings, were I not to mention in the most pointed manner, the undaunted bravery and steadiness of his majesty's 76th regiment, which was never more conspicuously displayed than on this day.
I have equal satisfaction in mentioning the conduct of the 1st European regiment under command of lieutenant colonel Burn, who shewed themselves in every way worthy of British troops.
From the most accurate accounts I can obtain, the enemy's force consisted of 24 battalions, a considerable body of horse, and 160 pieces of cannon, the greater part of which is already brought to camp. The enemy's loss, as far as I can ascertain, has been very great, and it is supposed, that near two thousand have been killed and drowned in their efforts to escape. At the same time, glorious as has been the result of this day, I have to lament the death of many a gallant soldier.
The remains of the enemy's army, which took shelter in the fort of Deeg, are in the greatest consternation, and are deserting in vast numbers.
I have the honour to enclose a general return of killed, wounded and missing, of the corps engaged, and a return of Ordnance, &c. captured and brought to camp: more guns are hourly discovered. I have the satisfaction to add, that among the captured guns are 11 six pounders, and two twelve pounders lost by the detachment under my command.
I have the honour to be, My Lord, Your Lordship's Most obedient and devoted serv't, W. MONSON, Brigadier. Camp near Deeg, Nov. 14, 1804.
General return of the killed, wounded and missing of the troops under the command of Major Gen. Frazier commanding a division of the grand army at the battle of Deeg, 13th November, 1804.
   EUROPEANS.     1 general officer, 22 corporals,   3 captains, 1 gunner,   17 lieutenants, 3 drummers,   1 ensign, 218 privates   14 sergeants,   NATIVES.   5 subidars, 1 serang,   6 jemidars, 1 tindal,   22 halvidars, 20 lascars,   11 naicks, 4 bheesties,   1 drummer, 6 biddars,   265 privates, 31 bullock drivers.  
2 staff officers' horse and 57 bullocks. OFFICERS KILLED. Capt. Henry Norford, his majesty's 67th regiment Lieut. John Forbes, 1st bat. 2d regt. native infantry. — C. C. Faithful, 1st do. 4th do. do. — Burgess 1st do. 4th do. do. Asst. Surg. J. Lyons, 2d do. 15th do. do.
OFFICERS WOUNDED. Maj. gen. Frazier, severely. Capt. J. Chisholm, H. M. 88th regiment, doing duty with H. M. 76th regt. Lieut. Mansell, H. M. 78th regt. doing duty with recovered Europeans. Ensign W. Bampton, H. M. 76th regt. Capt. Lieut. Nicholl, 1st bat. 4th native infantry (doing duty.) Lieut. A. Maxton, severely. — T. Chatfield, do. European regt. — T. Bryant do. do. — T. Brown, do. do. — T. Merryman slightly, do. — James Murray, do. 1st bat. 2d regt. native infantry. — Hunter, doing duty, 1st bat. 2d regt. native infantry. — James Turner, slightly, 1st bat. 15th regt. native infantry. — H. Sibley, slightly, 1st bat. 15th regt. N. I. — C. S. Schnel, do. do. do. — Penny, do. do. do. — Hales, do. do. do. — Boyd, do. do. do.
Grand total Europeans killed 64 Wounded 125 Missing 12 Grand total of natives killed 84 Wounded 274 Missing 15
The missing supposed to be killed. J. MENZIES, Major of Brigade.
Return of Ordnance, &c. captured at the battle of Deeg, by the army under Major General Frazier, on the 13th Nov. 1804.
   BRASS ORDNANCE.     6 16 pounders—caronades, country made.   2 12 pounders—the honourable company's, formerly lost.   1 9 pounder—Portuguese gun.   2 8 pounders—1 European made 1 country made.   28 6 pounders—11 of these are the honourable company's, formerly lost, and two are French, the remainder country made.  
   1 5 pounder—European made.   11 4 pounders—1 European made, 10 country made.   1 3 pounder—country made.   1 2 pounder—country made.  
   53 Guns.   1 5 1-2 inch howitzer—country made.   1 4 1-4 inch do. do. formerly lost.  
   2 Howitzers.   IRON ORDNANCE.   6 18 pounders—formerly given to the Mahrattas by lord Cornwallis at Seringapatam.   1 12 pounder.   1 8 pounder.   1 7 pounder.   5 6 pounders.   2 5 pounders.   2 4 pounders.   4 3 pounders.   4 2 pounders.   6 1 pounders.  
   42 Guns—All European made.   ABSTRACT.   53 brass guns of different calibres.   2 ditto howitzers, ditto.   32 iron guns of different calibres.   87 pieces of ordinance.  
N. B. The whole of the above ordinance mounted on the field carriages, with limbers; furnished with elevating screws, and every requisite apparatus.
   TUMBRILS, &c.   9 tumbrils, laden with ammunition—the honourable company's, formerly lost.   24 tumbrils, laden with ammunition.   4 ammunition carts—the honourable company's, formerly lost.  
N. B. A great number of tumbrils blown up in action; and that were sloughed in the marshes, and afterwards burnt, are not included in the above number.
J. HORSFORD, Lieut. Col. Commanding the artillery in the field.
To his excellency the most noble Marquis Wellesley, governor general, &c. &c. &c.
My Lord, My report of yesterday conveyed to your Lordship an account of my attack on the enemy's cavalry. I now think it my duty to point out the very meritorious conduct of the troops engaged on this occasion.
Since I left Delhi on the 31st ultimo, the troops have daily marched a distance of 23 or 24 miles. During the day and night previous to the action, they marched fifty eight miles, and from the distance to which they pursued the enemy, the space passed over before they had taken up their ground must have exceeded seventy miles.
The patience, perseverance, and discipline which they displayed under such an uncomfortable, and the activity, zeal and resolution, with which they at last attacked the enemy, are circumstances which entitle them to my highest praise and approbation.
I feel myself particularly indebted on this occasion to col. Macan, the commandant of cavalry. The merits of this officer are so well known to your lordship, that I feel it unnecessary to say more than that he manifested the same judgment, spirit and zeal, which have so often distinguished him.
Lieut. Col. Vandeleur, who commanded the first brigade of cavalry, brought his corps into action with the utmost rapidity, and displayed the greatest judgment and gallantry in his repeated and vigorous charges of the enemy. His majesty's 8th regiment of dragoons, commanded by capt. Abercrombie, and the 1st and 6th regiments of native cavalry, the former commanded by captain Welsh, the latter by captain Swinton, charged through different bodies of the enemy's horse, with the greatest resolution and effect. A small party of the 8th dragoons, totally destroyed a considerable body of Allegole infantry, which formed part of the enemy's force.
Lieutenant colonel Need, who commanded the second brigade is likewise entitled to my highest praise and approbation. His majesty's 26th and 29th regiments of light dragoons, the former commanded by capt. Philipot and the latter by major Wade, and the 4th regiment of native cavalry, commanded by capt. Elliott attacked with the utmost energy and effect, the different bodies of the enemy to which they were opposed.
Lieut. col. Toone, commanding the advanced guard, deserves my gratitude and approbation for the spirit and activity which he displayed in that situation.
I have great satisfaction in reporting to your lordship the very meritorious conduct of captain Browne, and the corps of horse artillery under his command, who by the rapidity of their movements were enabled to do great execution. Captain Browne's great attention in the management of his corps, and his zeal and activity when called into action, have on every occasion merited my best acknowledgements.
I cannot conclude this despatch without expressing to your lordship the satisfaction I have derived from the good conduct of the infantry, commanded by lieutenant colonel Don. Though not present in the affair of yesterday, the zeal and patience with which they have supported the fatigues of so arduous a march deserve my warmest thanks—Their
eagerness in the pursuit would, there is no doubt, have been equalled by their gallantry in the attack of the enemy had they come on with them.
I have not yet ascertained completely where the enemy have fled to, but all accounts lead me to believe, that they have scattered over the country, and no where collected in any considerable numbers.
I have the honour to be, my Lord, Your Lordship's Most faithful humble servant, G. LAKE.
Head Quarters, Futty Ghur, Nov. 18, 1804. Published by command of his excellency The most noble the gov. gen. in council. J. LUMSDEN. Chief Sec. to the Govt.
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THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
MONDAY EVENING, APRIL 29, 1805.
The arrival from Antigua, does not furnish us with any further intelligence, respecting the movements of the West-India squadrons.
The Bill which passed both houses of the Legislature of New-York, allowing the truth to be given in evidence in cases of prosecution for Libel, has met the sanction of the Council of Revision, and become a law.
Married yesterday Morning, by the Reverend Mr. Grigsby, Doctor JOHN HODGES, to Miss FRANCES WARREN, daughter of Mr. John Warren of this Borough.
FROM THE CHARLESTON COURIER, MARCH 29.
THE INAUGURAL SPEECH. NO. III.
THERE IS A GREAT EVIL UNDER THE SUN: AS AN ERROUR WHICH PROCEDETH FROM THE RULER—FOLLY IS SET IN GREAT DIGNITY, AND THE WISE SIT IN LOW PLACES. Eccles. X. 5. 6.
Our readers will keep in mind that the object, at present, in view is, not to argue upon the propriety or impropriety of the President's turning all federal men out of office, but to demonstrate that, when in his late inaugural speech he stated his conduct, during his four years possession of office, to be conformable to the principles laid down in his first inaugural speech, he said that which not only was not fact, but was the very reverse of fact: His conduct being almost antithetically opposed to the principles which he there laid down. No sooner were the doors of honour and confidence burst open to him, than he played off, even upon the threshold, a stratagem, to soothe the country, and raise expectations in the people, which he never after fulfilled, and which it would be undervaluing his intellect too much, to suppose he did then mean ever to fulfil; since he was surely at a time of life when he must be supposed to have known his own mind. No prejudices, no distinctions of party—no shades of difference in political opinion, were to find room in his pure, liberal bosom; but hardly had he warmed the presidential chair, when he began a system of intolerance, personal oppression, and party exclusion, which he and his cabinet have followed with daily increasing fury, up to the very time on which he delivered that second message, in which, with modesty equal to its truth, he so vauntingly boasts of his administration. Within the very first three or four months only, about thirty worthy men were turned out of office—and on what grounds? Were they charged with misbehaviour or neglect?—No—With improbity, No—With incapacity? No—With what then? Why, with daring to harbour political opinions different from the faction in power—They were guilty of being some shades of opinion nearer to our constitutional principle (federalism), than the President himself. Thirty others were put in their places—and on what grounds?—Were they men superior to the others, in talents and integrity?—That we will hereafter shew, in a notable chapter of parallels, which we mean to publish. Were they more skillful in the affairs of the offices to which they were chosen? No—they never were in those offices before. Wherefore then?—Why, they were, or pretended to be, of the same political kidney as the President and his party, and were ready to prostitute their principles, if they had any, to the lewd will of the faction. When a catalogue of the put-ins and put-outs, with their comparative characters, talents, and pretensions, shall come forth, the publick will be able to make a just estimate of the President's motives for displacing the one set, and putting in the other.
Our present administration, though far from being deeply versed in the nobler operations of the human heart and mind, are not meanly skilled in those inferior parts of man's nature, which supply satirists with topics of censure—misanthropes with motives to scorn—and fill the thinking part of the world with sorrow for their fellow creatures. They know how propitious time is to the views of those who work their way by various and contradictory expedients; they are aware that the most important transactions, and words of the highest moment, drop on the minds of a multitude like dust on the deck of a ship, which the first puff of wind blows away, leaving no trace of it behind—and they trust to the publick's forgetfulness, for security from detection. On these grounds, they judged that when the small-beer-splitter Presidential promise, un-corked on the 4th March, 1801, had tickled the palates of the people, the recollection of it would fade away, and the whole, after serving the purpose of the moment, would be forgotten—They were taken all aback, therefore, when the New-Haven remonstrance retraced the remembrance of those fine professions, and called upon the President to act in conformity to them. Finding their counterfeit shilling turned back upon their hands, by the wary New-Haven merchants, they were surprised, angry—hurt, and fell into a pet; but anger or pet was not an answer to republicans—so they begged leave to substitute a good six-pence, in lieu of the counterfeit coinage. The President, in his answer to them, refuses to go the whole way of his inauguration promise; but he compounds with them, by making a new one—“Come! Fair play! says he—you (feds) have for some time had all.—That's not cutting
fair—that is monopoly—and you (feds) know that monopoly is a most unjust thing—Does it violate your rights, to say we have some rights also? Is it political intolerance in us to claim a proportionate share?—What the deuce! Can you not harmonize in society, unless you have every thing in your own hands? Fie for shame—leave it to me, and I will cut up the carcass, and make a fair division of it.” Look, readers, at the paper to which we allude, and there you will find all this written. He had, like VARRO, been too rash, and incurred the risk of defeat; he now resolved to play FABIUS, and temporise—“I only mean to take a proportionate share,” says he—But with a silent mental reservation, to make it the Lion's share, either when time should do its office of oblivion, or power and popularity enable him to bid open defiance to truth and moderation. What has been his conduct since?—Has he kept to the spirit of this, his second profession, in his answer to the New-Haven remonstrance? No—not at all—unless a general sweep-out of certain officers and sweep-in of others, without any other distinction but that of their party or political principles, may be considered as acting up to it. He taunts the late administration with excluding all but its own sect from office; and he modestly, in the face of the world, commits the very same bad deed himself—for we do not hesitate to say, that such exclusion was great impolicy, injustice, and a defection from the character, of a Chief Magistrate, who ought to belong to no party, but to hold an even scale for all. Certainly, if the federal administrations excluded from office a whole party, merely for their political opinions, they were highly censurable, and merited heavy reprobation for it; but assuredly the most serviceable and efficient men in our revolutionary struggle, particularly those who had grown incapable of conforming to any new business, were entitled to a preference—Indeed there could not well exist any other just motive for it. And to put such men out for their opinions was, in any state, but more particularly in this republick, criminal beyond the reach of justification.
Now readers, look round you, and compare facts as they have occurred with Mr. JEFFERSON's professions. See the offices of state—the custom-houses—the ports—the post-offices—nearly all cleared (as the sailor says) smack smooth, of every Federal man, to make room for democrats; and then compare this conduct with the doctrine laid down by the President, while he was in the very “rank stew” of the deed, in the concluding paragraph of his answer to the New-Haven Remonstrance. Readers! peruse it attentively—“give it heedful note, and even with the very comment of your souls observe it.”
“The Remonstrance laments (says he) that a change in the administration should produce a change in the subordinate officers; in other words, that it should be deemed necessary for all officers to think with their principal. But on whom does this imputation bear? On those who have excluded from office every shade of opinion which was not theirs? Or on those who have been so excluded? I lament sincerely that unessential differences in opinion should have been deemed sufficient to interdict half the society from the right and blessings of self government—to proscribe them as unworthy of every trust. It would have been to me a circumstance of great relief, had I found a moderate participation of office in the hands of the majority: I would gladly have left to time and accident to raise them to their just share. But their total exclusion calls for prompt correctives. I shall correct the procedure; but, that done, return with joy to that state of things when the only question concerning a candidate shall be, Is he honest? Is he capable? Is he faithful to the Constitution?”
In the days of old-fashioned enthusiasm and folly, which preceded the French illumination, the honour of a gentleman, nay, his pride, operated like a spell upon his speech, and would not suffer him to utter any thing but strict and full truth. Alas! what a lamentable falling off do we see! If we were possessed of a talisman by which we could extort truth from every one whom we wished to speak to, we would bring a certain person into the arena, and put to him the following questions, to which, if the talisman were worth two-pence, we should receive the subjoined answers:
Q. You disapprove then, good Sir, of excluding from office every shade of opinion different from those of the persons who bestow the office?
A. You perceive that I have said so, more than once.
Q. Have you not excluded from office every shade of opinion different from yours?
A. I am under a spell, I cannot deny it, if I would.
Q. You consider the putting a whole class of citizens out of office, as interdicting them from the right and blessing of self-government?
A. You perceive that I have already said so.
Q. And you lament that differences of opinion should be deemed sufficient so to interdict them and to proscribe them of every trust?
A. I did once. See my answer to the New-Haven Remonstrance.
Q. And pray Sir, have you not yourself since that time, so interdicted and so proscribed of every trust, every man holding Federal principles.
A. Oh! this accursed Talisman! I own I have, almost every one! and I mean to do so to the few who remain.
Q. You once declared, in the paper now alluded to, that it would have been to you a circumstance of great relief, had you found a moderate participation of office in the hands of the majority; and would have left to time and accident to raise them to their just share.—
Now what did you mean by saying it would relieve you?
A. A bamboozle.
Q. And what by a moderate participation of office?
A. A humbug. I intended the people should think that I meant a fair, impartial part, proportioned to number, talents, and integrity; but within myself I meant by “moderate participation,” the whole. Quod est demonstratum.
Q. What did you mean by “proper correctives?”
A. An ambitious term which should appear like meaning, share and share alike—but for myself “a sweep.”—Q. E. D.
Q. Well now, Sir, you have made the sweep, are you, or have you, as you promised to do, returned to that state of things when the only questions concerning a candidate shall be, Is he honest? Is he capable? Is he faithful to the Constitution?
A. I don't know—before I answer I must ask my counsellor—but he is at Philadelphia.
Q. Do you think there are some men among the Federalists honest, capable, and faithful to the constitution?
A. Oh, confound the talisman—ye—ye—yes—I am sure there are.
Q. Then why do you not keep to your word, and put some of them into office as well as others?
A. Because I hate them.
Q. Why—are they not Americans?
A. Yes; but they differ from me in opinion.
Q. Oh then you hate all Federalists.
A. Damn the talisman!—yes I do.
Q. Then you admit that you, the chief magistrate of this free and equal righted people, sworn to do equal justice, hate, and for their political conscience sake persecute, a large portion of them. Is not that a shame?
A. What is that?—Shame! I am unacquainted with it.
Q. Why did you put out Major Jackson who has your own letter of praise in his pocket?
A. Cruel! Torturing! Because he is a Federalist, and Bache wanted his place. No more, no more; don't be so cruel. Horrible! Horrible! O conscience!
Q. Well then, for pity, we'll lay aside the talisman for the present.
Having shown by the undistinguishing dismissal of all Federalists from office, what sincerity there is in the late inaugural speech, when it states the President's conduct to be conformable to the principles laid down in his former, we will next proceed to shew that it has not been merely by dismissals, but by active persecutions and prosecutions, he has violated the promises contained in that first speech. We will then proceed to matter of still higher and deeper moment—nor will we desist till we shew the people so much and so plainly, that he must be a determined, resolute, self-willed stunted blind man, who does not see the matter directly strait before him, and seeing, understand and reprobate it.
FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE.
Extracts from papers received, at the office of the Publick Ledger, by the ship Dumfries, Captain Beard, from London.
LONDON, February 21.
A number of Gottenburgh Mails arrived yesterday. A letter from Genoa states the report, now so generally credited, of the sailing of the Toulon fleet. It is stated, that it had 10,000, men on board. The Admiralty, it is understood, have received intelligence confirming the reports of the sailing of the Toulon squadron.
Many conjectures are afloat respecting the object of its destination. Some think that it is Egypt. Gen. Regnier, who served there, and has written, both respecting the campaign and the country in general, commanded the troops which were at Toulon, and is now probably on board the fleet. It is well known how favourite a measure it is with Buonaparte to obtain Egypt as a colony, and perhaps his former disappointments have, in his own opinion, only rendered final success more essential to his glory. He is not of a temper easily to abandon either what his passion or his policy covets. Nothing is more probable, therefore, than that a new attempt on Egypt may be made. The desperate state of the French West-India interest, the growing influence of Russia over the Porte and in the Mediterranean, may all contribute to turn Buonaparte's views again to Egypt. There can be little doubt that the French have at least some partizans there, and have good information.—The distractions of the country, and the contests between the Mamelukes and the agents of the Porte, present a favourable opportunity for getting a footing and an interest.
Eight or ten thousand men would not probably be sufficient to conquer the country, particularly if their arrival should (which is devoutly to be wished) unite the contending parties in opposition to them. But, if joined to one of the parties, they might obtain the preponderance. In this enterprize, however, Buonaparte cannot hope to send considerable reinforcements to the army he lands in Egypt, at least during the war. The experience of the last blockade of Alexandria must convince him of that. He must trust solely to the first impression and to his fortune.
As to the contingent danger to our possessions in India, it is hardly worth talking of, at least in the present war. Buonaparte has no means of transport, or communication with India, even if he was in undisturbed possession of Egypt, and such means, if they ever can be formidable, cannot be soon created. Nevertheless it would be considered necessary to drive the French from Egypt, and if they were to land there, an army must be sent af-
ter them, as soon as Mr. Pitt can find a disposable force, in addition to that regular force which is essentially necessary for the safety of the British Islands, which most certainly he has not at present. Perhaps, however, the Russians might be employed in that enterprize. An event that would demand the active employment of an army, would sensibly prove how miserably deficient Mr. Pitt's military schemes have been.
Perhaps, however, the object of the Toulon fleet may be different. Some think that it is Sicily which presents some temptation; but we apprehend that the Toulon fleet could not have on board a force sufficient to retain, if sufficient to conquer, that island. A third conjecture is, that, after having steered to a certain latitude to avoid Lord Nelson's fleet, the Toulon squadron would steer up, and, leaving the Mediterranean, proceed to the East or West Indies. The Catamaran Admiralty have certainly taken upon themselves a deep responsibility for the safety of the Sugar Colonies, by leaving them under the protection of a force so small as is now on that station.
The report from Genoa, that the Toulon fleet carries reinforcements to Minorca and Majorca is not very probable.
It is stated, that a fast sailing vessel has been despatched to India, to apprise Sir Edward Pellew, of the sailing of the Rochefort squadron, which has now been at sea near six weeks, having sailed on the 11th January. If they are gone to the East Indies, they have much the start of the vigilance of the Admiralty. [Morn. Chron.]
February 23.
We understand government have reason to believe that the French Toulon squadron are gone to land troops in Sicily, and to take possession of that island. If this be the design of the French armament, it does not appear likely to be attended with any considerable, or lasting effect. We do not see how the French could maintain a force there at present, against the means that might be employed to expel them from it. That it could have the effect to compel this country to relinquish Malta, by cutting off the supplies of provisions, is absurd; because, though the cutting off these might be attended with temporary inconvenience, sufficient provision could soon be obtained from other quarters, while the French possession of Sicily, it may reasonably be concluded, would be but temporary. Besides, it is understood, that Malta is stored for two years.
Should the Toulon fleet have gone to Sicily, perhaps Lord Nelson may have an opportunity of giving another blow to Buonaparte's maritime expeditions. Should Sicily be the object, probably the next mails from the continent will bring some account of the attempt.
Considerable apprehension is entertained that the Rochefort squadron is gone to the West Indies; and, it is said, that government have sent orders to Admiral Cornwallis to detach a part of his fleet after them, should, he receive information that they have taken that course. [Ibid.]
TAX ON SALT.—The various objections to an additional tax on salt would fill a volume. As a necessary of life it is of all others, that which the poor man uses most, and the rich man least. The labourer who earns his 12s. per week, consumes more salt for his own sustenance than any six of the most opulent Peers in the realm do for their own eating.—We shudder at the idea of a tax upon bread, or on butcher's meat, and yet from some blunder in moral reasoning, salt from the earlier times, has been selected as a source of imposition. The very term salary, took its rise from a payment of pension charged on the salt-mines!
Salt enters more or less into every raw material, which is used in agriculture, manufactures, or arts. It is the basis of manure. If salt were freed from all duty, every farmer could make, with inconceivable cheapness, the richest manure. The whole face of the land would bear witness in a few years, to the policy of diffusing this blessing of Providence freely over the kingdom. Nor would it only promote vegetation but it would preserve crops. With the liberal use of salt, hay and all the store crops for the use of animals, which contribute to our food, would not merely be saved, but made to double their nourishment. We are just beginning to feel the value of the application of chemistry to agriculture.
In our arts and manufactures the most common observer knows the value of salt. Let us look only to our iron works—that inexhaustible source of national wealth. The Members of the House of Commons may see from the practice of Mr. Bellamy's cook, as they eat their beef-steak in his admirable kitchen, that she cannot make a clear fire without throwing a handful of salt on the smoky coals. Let them apply this to all the arts by which our metals are to be purified and wrought up. It is a species of suicide in a country, the bowels of which are impregnated with ores, to lay, a heavy tax upon that which is essential to bring them into existence.
It was most untruly stated, that the duty on salt was no impediment to our northern fishery; for there was a drawback allowed of the whole tax. True, there is a drawback—
“They give the word of promise to the ear
“And break it to the hope.”
The fact is, that it is impossible in ninety-nine cases out of one hundred, for the people on the northern coasts to take advantage of this drawback. They must go to the next custom-house, perhaps fifty miles off, to enter into bond, and they must go back again the same distance to certify that their bushel of

salt was honestly applied to the cure of fish. A double journey of 200 miles is necessary to procure this drawback! The jealousy of Lord Liverpool's bonds, checks, and certificates, has deprived the northern coasts of all the benefits by the statutes for supplying them with salt and coals. This the Members for that part of the kingdom could tell the Minister in their places—but perhaps they think the proper place is the Treasury Chamber. They make no speeches of three hours.
It would have been even better to have imitated the example set by the butchers, and taxed beef and mutton, as they have done for the last two years, 2d. and 3d. per lb.* than to lay 50 per cent. on salt. We could suggest several articles of universal consumption that would bear a small tax, and be a full substitute for this burthen (such, for instance, as a stamp, graduated from 1d. up to 1s. per yard, on white callicoes, cottons, and muslins), but that it is no business of ours to invent taxes. We, however, look forward to the era of peace, when a considerate policy for the necessary protection of our manufactures, and to maintain our competition in foreign markets, shall wisely make a part, at least, of our war taxes permanent, in order to take off the heavy duties on raw material—and the first material to be relieved as the most general, ought to be salt. Ibid.
* The price of Beef and Mutton, as sold by the Carcass Butcher, has been, and is now, from 5d. to 7d. per lb.—The Cutting Butchers have charged from 8d. to 10d. to the Consumer.
February 25.
Letters were received on Saturday from Ireland, which state, that although the Catholicks had at their last meeting unanimously resolved to present a petition, their delegates are instructed not to press the discussion of the Catholick claims, if the Minister shall persist in the opinion which he declared on the opening of the session, that it is inexpedient to discuss the subject at present. The delegates, who were to leave Dublin on Friday last, are, in the first instance, to wait on Mr. Pitt to ascertain his sentiments, and to solicit him to present the petition. If Mr. Pitt should decline to comply with their solicitation, they are then to apply to some other member, to whom they are authorized to communicate the desire of the Catholicks that he should state, on presenting the petition, that "the petitioners only requested that their petition may be read and ordered to lie on the table; but that it is not their wish to agitate the question at present, as his Majesty's Ministers consider it inexpedient." Should Mr. Pitt consent to present the petition, the delegates are authorized to request him to make a similar declaration, if it suits his opinion. This singular, we might indeed say absurd resolution, is said to have arisen from this circumstance. Lord Fingall persisted in opposing any petition against the wishes of the Minister and his friends; conceiving that it would be imprudent to prosecute the measure without that Noble Lord and his friends, this resolution was adopted as a kind of compromise. The one party thus gains a hearing for the claim, while the other obtains its object, of leaving the fate of the question at the discretion of the Minister.
If this be the case, it is a truly whimsical determination. For the interest of the Catholicks, for the credit of their understanding, we wish the report may turn out to be altogether untrue. Ibid.
HOLLAND.
Besides the speech delivered by M. Van Hasselt, in the Assembly of the Legislative Body, on the 21st of January last, the following opinion has since been published, which was given in the same meeting, by the member De Lange Van Wyngaarden.
Times.
"It would be shewing very little love for, or desire of the preservation of, our country and independence, if any man, for the purpose of carrying a favourite system or idea, should advise the rejection of a measure, which, in the present circumstances, is asserted to be the only one, and the speediest in its operation, for filling the publick treasury, which is again declared to be empty to the very bottom, and without which immediate succour, the publick administration is in danger of a total derangement. But, on the other hand, I must ask: was this not to be seen long since? and why then suffer the time to be wasted by useless invectives on paper—and why not proceed to savings, and other means of finance? It is, at length, come to this; as soon as there is a pressing necessity, we are threatened with great calamities, as if it were to extort a consent for the prevention of that unavoidable stagnation, which has been so frequently declared."
"But the most dreadful and unexpected consequences, such as those of a bayonet or a pistol clapped to the breast, compel us now to consent."
"Are we only sitting here, to provide money for the publick treasury, on every proposition and demand of the Executive Power, and to tax the inhabitants to that effect? Is the most unlimited power given or delegated to us merely for this purpose? and is not the greatest duty imposed on us, to take care, in good time, that the inhabitants be not burthened or oppressed beyond measure? This is a very serious concern."
"The motive for the present propositions is, the pressing demands of a contractor for the troops, who was kept waiting for payment until a million was due to him, and he had complained to the French General, threatening to stop his deliveries, consequently those of meat and bread for the French sol-
diers. So this Contractor and Co. hold in their hands the fate of the Republick! Because our financiers have not chosen or have not been able to satisfy them, they endeavour to obtain a new impost of one per cent. on property; the state directory, openly and without reserve, announcing a military contribution or quartering at the expence of the citizens, just as is practised in an enemy's country, unless we chuse to agree to their proposal immediately."
"To what extremes are they come! It seems as if they would reduce us to this, to demand another government, at the head of which some individual should be placed."
"Financial impotency, and the derangement resulting therefrom, is ever the forerunner of the downfall of a government, and especially of such an unwieldy and expensive one as ours, which, staggering from day to day, tries to preserve its existence only by forced contributions; and which, as we are publickly told, must endure unheard-of degradation, and lose its character both at home and abroad. Government wants again to carry the proposed contribution, by hurrying us, and without hardly allowing us time to give it a thought. It gives us to understand, at the same time, and as it were in the same breath, the insufficiency of the measure, which certainly will not answer the expectation, on account of the natural counteraction which may be expected. With some modification, it is cutting the pill into four pieces, and continuing, to the very last, the cherished system of immoral and ruinous imposts on property, which not only clash with the constitution, but are also known beforehand to be insufficient, and that there will again be a deficiency; whilst in several cities the whole of that of 1803 is not yet come in, and of that of 1804 nothing is yet received. Whatever measures of coercion may be used, whatever detestable and unlawful means may be employed, to prosecute those who should contribute, the petty or secret war against the finances increases in the same proportion as the pressure; the people can no longer endure it; they begin to feel, after having but too long performed their duty to their country with their purses, that the first duties of a husband and a father call on them to be careful, and make them swear to resist new extortions, and the dangers impending over their heads. I have long since thought this operation must stop, as it was only kept on foot in the hope and expectation of uncertain events. I have seen, during and since last summer, how obstinately, and without the least concession, the state directory, notwithstanding this Assembly endeavoured to preserve unanimity with them (which is the best way to promote the greatest concerns of the state, especially in such ruinous and deplorable circumstances), thought proper to try to intimidate it by the most improper and preposterous menaces. This has caused the loss of much precious time, and a lamentable stagnation, with an almost irrecoverable loss of confidence, which has extended to several classes. The pressing demand of the great contractors for money arise not so much from a most urgent necessity (they and their money lenders, fare best at present), as from the consciousness that there is always a want of money, let ever so many contributions be raised. The petty contractors grow uneasy, because they are not paid; they calculate upon the country's paying the highest price for every thing; they gain 30 per cent. and more; hoard their cash; and, under pretence that the country does not pay them, they do not pay each other. On the other hand the old monied men are dwindling away, and can scarcely support themselves; and do we not see, in our days, that some men who had nothing before the year 1795, have made rapid fortunes, and that those new acquirers excite, by their wealth, the envy of others?"
"One of the strongest marks of the oppression and misery to which the nation is reduced, especially by the contributions, is, that we do not, as formerly, hear one complaining voice, but that the publick energy is deadened and palsied by the fear of foreign force, and the artifice with which we are constantly threatened, is almost evident. Every body sighs in secret, and many, as privately as possible, begin to provide for their own safety; whilst some persons, who would otherwise have been as boisterous as ever, have been quieted by contracts, and opportunities have been afforded to others of speculating to advantage."
"If I were convinced of the reality, of the necessity, and of the extreme urgency of the provision, and if such were the case, that the dreaded stagnation would come upon us unforeseen and unmerited; I should, from this moment, sacrifice my sentiments and my principles to these considerations, and agree that every thing should give way to publick necessity:—but as I know nothing of the secrets of the state, or why this measure is obtruded upon us with such precipitancy, I cannot consent to it as a consequence of the former contribution; and I must leave those to answer for the event, who, finding their interest in the different revolutions, have made engagements beyond what they are able to perform; who have not taken care in time to adopt less oppressive measures of finance, and have not endeavoured to employ all possible frugality; who have suffered the publick affairs to run on to such a hopeless state, and found it their interest that they should so continue."
"On this occasion I find myself also obliged to protest against the continued injustice, by which the inhabitants of the departments of Holland and Zealand, who continue to pay so considerable a part of every impost, are oppressed with respect to the collateral one;
and against the deferring or withholding of an indemnification to the proprietors of East-India Stock, who have now been kept so many years out of their property and their income."
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Sch't Experiment, Nash, 25 days from Antigua, Rum and Molasses, Nash & Chowning.
Danish Galliot Maria Magdalena, Lorenzen, 11 weeks from Barcelona, Wine and Brandy, Supercargo on board.
Sch't Hamlet, Cropsey, 5 days from New-York.
A gentleman in Antigua writing to his friend in Norfolk, incloses the following list of vessels at that place on the 3d instant—but does not mention the places where they are owned—Those concerned, however, will be able to supply that defect—Ships, General Jackson, Hill; Augusta, Burgess, in distress; Eliza, Burnham; Union, Hilton; Union, Merryman; Louisiana; —; Brigs Alimira, in distress and condemned; Atlantick, Wilson; Concord, Miller; Catharine, Seward; Ceres, Freeman; Ceres, Zuel; Franklin, Blunt; Hazard, Donald; Hunter, Yorke; Julius-Cesar, Kelly; Nancy, Thilidon; Neutrality, Neal; Paragon, Howland; Rosaline, Freelunch; Victory, Bigh; Washington, Mather; Columbia, Mason; Albert, Webb; Jane, Wicks; Susannah, Ridgely, bound to New-Orleans, a prize: Schooners, Carteret, Bell; Eliza, Johnson; Catharine-Shepherd, Montgomery; Hero, Odion, in distress; Harriot, Dixon; Jane, Willis; John-Ellis, Wade; Lydia, Livingston; Liberty, Duncombe; Little-Sarah, Hodges; Perseverance, Cowan; Martha, Wicks; Ulysses, Brown; (Venus, Bisset; Washington, Bisset; Sarah, Parrott; Fox, Sill: Sloops, Harriot & Fanny, Driscoll; and Ursula, Price.
The brig Ann-Elizabeth, Williams, from Antigua, is reported to be in Hampton Roads.
NORFOLK THEATRE.
THIS EVENING, April 29, 1805.
Will be presented, the COMEDY of the ROAD TO RUIN.
To which will be added, the FARCE of THE SULTAN; OR, THE AMERICAN CAPTIVE.
The Doors to be opened at half past 5, and the performance to commence at half past 6 precisely. ADMITTANCE ONE DOLLAR.
The Publick are respectfully informed, the days of performance for the future, will be on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 636
Will be Sold, at Publick Auction, On the premises, on the 10th day of May next, if not previously disposed of at private sale,
An unexpired Lease of a Lot, opposite Thomas Allan's building, head of Marsden's wharf, 44 1-2 feet on Wide Water-Street, extending back to Little Water-Street, and fronting on that Street 39 feet. For terms apply to
James Christie.
April 29. tf 637
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER,
 82 Puncheons Windward Island RUM.  33 do. Jamaica do.  10 do. Old Jamaica do.  10 Pipes Holland WIN.  8 Pipes 4th proof Cognac, } BRANDY.  12 do. do. Alicante, }  17 Pipes, } FINE OLD SICILY WINE.  4 Half Pipes, }  2 Qr. Casks, }  4 Half do. }  15 Quarter Casks Sherry WINE.  30 Crates well assorted EARTHENWARE.  9 Casks do. GLASSWARE.  5 Cwt. Dry White LEAD.  Half Ton STEEL.  4 Hogsheads Philadelphia Loaf SUGAR.  1238 Barrels Superfine, } FLOUR.  489 do. Fine, }  50 Hogsheads Petersburg, } TOBACCO.  50 do. Richmond, }  42 do. Lowland, } 
A. Maclure. April 29. tf 638
SAMUEL SAUNDERS & Co.
Have just received from London, per ship Dumfries, Capt. Beard.
 18 Kegs assorted SHOT.  12 Casks Hibbert's BROWN STOUT.  12 do. PORTER.  30 Kegs GUN POWDER.  30 Boxes assorted GLASS.  15 Kegs SCOTCH BARLEY.  1500 lbs. Refined SALT PETER.  15 Boxes FIG BLUE.  12 do. DURHAM MUSTARD.  A few Casks COPPERAS.  1 Box Best GUN FLINTS. 
Also—From the Northward. 50 Barrels Prime PORK. April 29. tf 634
THE SUBSCRIBER
Informs his Friends, and the Publick, that he has opened Tavern in the
EXCHANGE COFFEE-HOUSE.
Peter Kemp.
April 29. tf 638
I WANT TO CHARTER, Two or three good tight vessels of about 400 barrels each. John C. Niemeyer. April 29. 3 635
FOR SALE,
The Cargo of the Ship Yorkshire—Consisting of 115 Hogsheads Jamaica RUM.
THE YORKSHIRE, Burthen 400 Hogsheads is offered for Charter. She will be ready for the reception of a cargo in ten days. Warren Ashley. April 26. tf 636
FOR CHARTER,
The excellent fast sailing Ship ARCTURUS; Burthen three hundred tons, ready to receive a cargo. Apply to Moses Myers. April 26. 3w 637
For Freight or Charter,
The new and fast sailing Ship LEONIDAS, M c Kinzie, master; burthen 400 Hds. Tobacco. For terms apply to Phinehas Dana, & Co. April 26. tf 631
SPRING GOODS
Received by the Dumfries from London, for sale by J. & W. Southgate.
THEY HAVE IN STORE,
A few hundred barrels and half barrels fine and superfine FLOUR—Hazel's Brand.
Gross Midlings—Ship Stuff, and a few Barrels Plaister of Paris. April 26. 4 632
SPRING GOODS.
PHILIP HENOP,
Has Received, by the Ship Dumfries, from London, a complete and extensive assortment of
FASHIONABLE DRY GOODS;
CONSISTING OF
FINE Corded and Tape-Stripe Furniture and Cam brick Dimities; 6, 7, 8, 10, and 12-4 Table Cloths; 9-8 and 6-4 Plain, Book, Cambrick, and Jacquet Muslins; Coloured and Embossed Cambrick Muslins; 4-4 and 6-4 Elegant Laced Cambrick and Leno Muslins; Leno and Laced Shawls; Ladies Silk Netted Parasols and Cane Umbrellas; 6-4 Tamboured and Satin Sprigged Muslins; Checked Pullicat and Blue Roman Handkerchiefs; Madras do; Plain, Drabs, and Twilled-Stripe Naudeens; Cotton Cassimeres; Granderefs do; Sewing Silk; Mens' Best Beaver Gloves; Cotton and Silk Suspenders; Net and Elastic do; Gilt Pins; lb. Pins assorted; and Gentlemen's Best London Hats.
Also—JUST RECEIVED, VIA NEW-YORK. 4-4, 6-4, and 7-4 Plain and Damasked Silk Handkerchiefs and Shawls, with netted Fringes; Long Silk Shawls, do. do; Chambray Muslins; Common and Fine Calicoes; and Plaid Cints; Figured Blue Silk; Black Striped Satin; India and French Back and Coloured Lustings; Handsome Italian Plaid; Extra Silk Gloves, assorted; Flesh Coloured Pic Nic Mitts and Gloves; Plain White, Flesh Coloured, and Black, Laced and Sanded Silk Stockings; Superfine Laced and Sanded White Cotton do; White Net Cotton, Leno, and Black Lace Veils; Floss, Thread and Embroidering Silk; Silk and Cotton Cords and Tassels; Cotton Trimming; Black, Blue, Pink, White, and Yellow Crape; Linen Cambrick & Long Lawns; Pink, Blue, and Buff Cambrick-Muslins; Ladies Black Morocco and Coloured Kid Sippers; Apron Checks; Plain Paper and Tiffany Fans:—
A great variety of other Fancy Goods of the most fashionable kinds imported; A few bales of English and German Osnaburgs, and Ticklenburgs; Linen Checks; India Cottons; Bandana Handkerchiefs; &c. &c. &c.
ALL OF WHICH HE WILL SELL, ON THE LOWEST TERMS, BY WHOLESALE OR RETAIL. April 26. tf 634
FOR SALE,
33 Bales choice Upland COTTON, landing from Sloop Sylvia.
 102 Barrels Superfine Richmond FLOUR, } 4-4 per b.  12 do. Fine do. }  11 do. X Midling do. }  197 do. Midling do. } 
Just received, a few kegs fresh RAISINS, of very fine quality. Edward Johnston. April 26. 3 639
LEVIN DORSEY,
On Town Point—Wide Water-Street. Has Received by the Dumfries, from London, in addition to his former assortment of
MATHEMATICAL INSTRUMENTS, &c.
 Adams's Patent Globes—12 inches.  Brass and Wood Compasses—Assorted.  Quadrants.  Night and Day Telescopes—Assorted.  Telescopes for Day only.  Patent Time Glasses.  From 1-4 to 1-2 minute, and for one and two hours.  Gunter's Scales and Dividers—Assorted.  Charts, for the West-Indies, and America.  Moore's Epitome and Daily Assistant.  And has on hand, Blunt's American Practical Navigator—Last edition, with a copious appendix.  Blount's American Coast Pilot.  Also for Sale, Bell-Mettie Skillets of Superior Quality.  Carriage Wheel Boxes, Bouches, and Solid Brass Shelves—Assorted.  Hoop and Baltimore Bar-Iron—Assorted. 
All kinds of Mathematical Instruments Repaired, as usual. April 26. tf 638
48 Puncheons RUM. 7 Hogsheads MOLASSES. Received by the Ship Yorkshire, from Jamaica, and for sale by Donaldson, Thorburn & Co. April 26. 2w 630
FOR SALE,
Pursuant to the Will of William Samuel Peachy, deceased. Peachy's Manufacturing Mills and Store-Houses, LYING in the County of Prince George, on Powell's Creek, a navigable stream of James River, and on the main stage road from Norfolk to Petersburg, with about six acres of Land belonging thereto.—One third of the purchase money will be required at the end of eighteen months and three years credit will be given for the residue. The Gentleman at the Mills will be good enough to shew them.—For terms apply to Mr. Robert Maitland of Norfolk, or to Thomas Griffin Peachy of Williamsburg.
ALSO FOR SALE,
That beautiful Seat on James River (about four miles from the Mills) called FLOWER DE HUNDRED.—The Tract of Land belonging to this Seat, contains 1800 acres extending nearly two miles on the banks of the river, (about half a days' sail from Norfolk, and five hours from Petersburg) considerable part of the Land is fit for the cultivation of Wheat and Tobacco; it has some valuable Low Ground, and a great deal of Meadow Land, from which in its valuable state, great quantities of Hay may be made; the Land also abounds with good Timber:—The Houses, Garden, Orchards, and other improvements, are extensive and valuable.—As it is presumed that no person would purchase such an estate without first viewing it, a further description is thought needless.—Collier Harrison, Esq. of Charles City, who has viewed the Land and is well acquainted with its quality, will be good enough to shew it.—A credit of 9, 13 and 16 years will be given for the greater part of the purchase money, and for the residue four annual payments will be required.—The price may be known by application to Mr. Robert Maitland, or to Mary W. Peachy, and Thomas G. Peachy, of Williamsburg. March 25. tf 523
ALL Persons to whom my Son ARTHUR LEE, is indebted, are requested to make known their claims to RICHARD E. LEE. March 18. tf 507
NORFOLK HOTEL.
The Subscriber informs his friends and the publick, that he has opened an HOTEL in that convenient house formerly the NAVY TAVERN No. 128 Main-Street, where he hopes by his attention, to give satisfaction to those who may favour him with their company.
He will always keep the best liquors: and Private Parties will be furnished with Dinners, Suppers, or Relishes, at the shortest notice.
BOARDERS accommodated by the week, month, or year Henry Benbridge. October 9. tf 170
PRESTON'S ILLUSTRATIONS.
The Subscribers to Richards's Edition of Preston's Illustrations of Masonry, are requested to call for the Copies at the Office of the Publick-Ledger. March 27. tf 541

NOTICE. Having given Mr. STEPHENS PARHAM, a concern in my Business, the Firm in future, will be PHINEHAS DANA & Co.
January 2. PHINEHAS DANA.
A VILLANOUS ACT.
One Hundred Dollars Reward. ON Saturday night, or early on Sunday morning last, some villain, or villains, entered an out-house adjoining Captain Pennock's stable, and terminated the existence of my HORSE, by cutting his throat.—Whoever will give such information of the perpetrator, or perpetrators, as will bring him or them to justice, shall receive the above reward. John Madden, No. 17, Main-Street. 548
April 1. tf
TO RENT.
THE Store, Cellar, and Compting Room, No. 41, Main-Street, at present occupied by Messrs. GILLIAT & MACKINDER. Apply to Thomas Willock. 547
April 1. tf
THE Stockholders in the Marine Insurance Company of Norfolk, are informed, that an Election of Fifteen Directors of the said Company, will be held at this Office, on Wednesday the 1st day of May next, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. John Cowper, Sec'y. Office of Marine Insurance Company of Norfolk, 29th March, 1805. td 544
April 1. tf
FOR SALE,
12 Puncheons ANTIGUA RUM. 15 do. GRENADA do. 5 Pipes HOLLAND GIN. 20 do. COUNTRY do. 12 do. FRENCH BRANDY. 2 do. ALICANT do. 22 Qr. Casks SHERRY WINE. 10 do. MALAGA do. PORT and CLARET WINE, in casks & bottles. 6 Barrels PORK—and about 1000 Dozen PORTER, of my last winters flock, equal to any imported. Joseph Hayes.
August 24. tf
NOW LANDING
From on board the Schooner LYDIA, Capt. Livington, from Antigua 116 Puncheons RUM. For sale by William Pennock.
WHO WANTS TO PURCHASE, RED AND WHITE OAK STAVES—and 22 INCH SHINGLES. November 5. tf 122
WANTED, BY THE SUBSCRIBERS,
FOUR HUNDRED CORDS OF OAK BARK; For which the following prices, in Cash, will be given—delivered at their TAN-YARD:— For Spanish Oak Bark, Willow, or Water Oak, 10 Dollars per Cord. Red Oak, 9 do. White Oak, if young and not too scaly, 8 do. too scaly, 7 do.
A FEW CORDS OF BEECH BARK,
Will also be received at 7 Dollars per cord. It is recommended to those who get BARK, to bring it in early in the season, for if kept out and exposed to heavy rains, it will not be received. WILLIAM PLUME & CO. March 11. tf 485
SAMUEL SAUNDERS & Co.
Have taken the Store lately occupied by Messrs. John Rorke & Co. opposite the New Market, WHERE THEY OFFER FOR SALE, A General Assortment of Groceries: And have just received from Philadelphia, per the Schooner Liberty, Captain Fisher, 20 Barrels RYE WHISKEY. 50 do. APPLE BRANDY. 50 Boxes BLOOM RAISINS. 100 Reams WRAPPING PAPER. April 17. tf 601
LANDING
From on board the Schooner Friends' Adventure, Capt. H. Dickson, and for Sale by the Subscriber, 125 Boxes White and Brown Havanna Sugar. Robert Gibson. April 8. tf 508
250 Barrels Superfine, 250 do. Fine, 100 do. X Middlings, 150 do. do. } FLOUR. 50 do. Ship, 90 do. Navy, } BREAD. 10 Quarter Casks Sherry WINE. For Sale by JAMES MAURICE & CO. April 12. tf 589
MARTIN FISK,
IS THIS DAY LANDING, From the Schooner Didemus, Captain Howes, from Boston, 150 Bbs. No. 1 & 2, Beef 40 Half do. Mess do. for family use. 75 Bbs. No. 1 & 2, Pork. 30 Half do. do. 50 Bbs. Boston Bay Mackeral. 60 do. N. E. Rum. 75 Boxes Mould Candles. 100 do. Brown Soap. 15 do. Chocolate. April 17. tf 600
NOW LANDING,
From on board the Brig Andross Coggins, from Guadalupe, and Schooner Ploughboy, from Havanna. 40 Hogsheads SUGAR. 17 do. MOLASSES. 4 Barrels do. 240 Boxes White Havanna SUGAR. 110 do. Brown do. For Sale by William Pennock. April 24. tf 616
COCKE & SANFORD,
No. 40, MAIN-STREET. Have imported in the Ship Dumfries, from London, an extensive assortment of useful and fashionable SPRING GOODS: Which they offer on liberal terms, by Wholesale and Retail. April 24. 2m 617
GILLIAT & MACKINDER,
Have received their assortment of SPRING GOODS, By the ship DUMFRIES, from London.—Assorted Packages for exportation, entitled to drawback. April 24. tf 622
SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS.
RICHARD TAYLOR,
Has received from London per the Ship Dumfries, Captain Beard, a handsome and general assortment of SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS, which he offers for Sale, by Wholesale and Retail, or Cash, or good Paper. April 24. 2m 619
FOR SALE—BY THE SUBSCRIBERS,
50 Hhds. Petersburg TOBACCO, of good quality and wts. 1000 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. 385 do. Fine do. 7 do. X MIDDINGS. 90 do. SHIP STUFF. 20 do. SHIP BREAD. 16 Pipes Holland GIN. 7 do. Country do. of superior quality. 14 Butts French BRANDY ALSO, LOAF SUGAR, per the Hogshead, and Old London Particular Madeira WINE, fit for immediate use—in pipes, hogsheads and quarter casks. Robert Maitland & Co. April 24. 6w 620
Just received per Ship Dumfries, from London, and for Sale, 150 Casks Hibbert's Best Bottled PORTER AND BROWN STOUT. D. R. Waddey & Co. April 24. 6 618
NOW LANDING,
From on board the Schooner Mercury, Captain Smith, from Surinam, A Choice Parcel of MOLASSES. For Sale by John Brown, Rothery's Wharf. Who has on hand, A few Dozen Bottles CASTOR OIL. April 24. tf 621
LANDING ON OUR WHARF,
From on board the Ship OLD TOM, from Porto Rico—Her Cargo of Prime Green COFFEE. do. SUGAR. HIDES. FUSTICK, and MAHOGANY. All of which we will dispose of on liberal terms. C. & F. Whittle. April 22. tf 610
NOW LANDING,
From on board the Brig Elizabeth, Captain Barclay, from Tobago, 59 Puncheons RUM. 9 Hogsheads MOLASSES. For Sale by Donaldson, Thorburn & Co. WHO HAVE IN STORE, 1000 Barrels Baltimore Superfine FLOUR. 200 do. Alexandria do. 250 do. Carolina PORK. April 22. tf 612
Sale of Valuable Lands.
In Pursuance of an Order of Norfolk County Court, On Friday the 10th of May next, Will be Sold on the premises, in St. Bride's Parish, Norfolk, within two miles of the North Landing, 400 Acres of well Timbered Land, In Lots to suit the Purchasers. The terms will be one half of the purchase money in hand, the other half in six months—Bond with approved security, or a mortgage on the property, will be required. ANDREW KIDD, } Commissioners. SAMUEL SMITH, } April 22. tf 613
NORFOLK BOROUGH.
At a Quarterly Session Court continued and held the twenty-sixth day of March, 1805, in the 29th year of the Commonwealth. Samuel Ramsay, Compt. } against } IN CHANCERY. Ephraim Robinson, Def't. }
THE Defendant not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly, and the Rules of this Court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that he is not an inhabitant of this Commonwealth: on the motion of the Complainant by his Counsel, It is ordered, That the said Defendant appear here on the fourth Monday in June next, and answer the Bill of the Complainant; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed in this Borough, for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-house of said Borough. A Copy, Teste, 583 WILLIAM SHARP, C. N. B. C.
THE SUBSCRIBERS
Offer for Sale at their Warehouse on Commerce-Street Wharf, 40 Bales BLUE GUINNESS—60 pieces each, entitled to drawback. 50 Barrels No. 1, BEEF. A few Firkins BUTTER. 25 Cases GIN. Phinehas Dana & Co. April 17. tf 602
WANTED TO HIRE,
FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS, A SMART Negro or Mulatto Boy, not less than twelve, nor more than fourteen years of age, who is possessed of a good and tractable disposition.—Apply at this office. April 19. tf 608
NORFOLK BOROUGH.
At a Quarterly Session Court held the twenty-fifth day of March, 1805, in the 29th year of the Commonwealth. George Wilson, Compt. } against } IN CHANCERY. Thomas Harris, and George Veale, and James Caton, trading under the firm of Caton & Veale, Def'ts. }
THE Defendant Thomas Harris, not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly, and the Rules of this Court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that he is not an inhabitant of this Commonwealth: on the motion of the Complainant, by his Counsel, It is ordered, That the said Defendant Thomas Harris, appear here on the fourth Monday in June next, and answer the Bill of the Complainant; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed in this Borough, for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-house of said Borough: And it is further ordered, That the Defendants Caton & Veale, who hath effects of the said Thomas Harris in their hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them until the further order or decree of this Court, concerning the same. A Copy, Teste, 585 WILLIAM SHARP, C. N. B. C.
The Subscribers have for Sale
100 Hogsheads Old TOBACCO. 106 Puncheons high proof Jamaica RUM. 30 Hogsheads CLARET. 200 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. 300 do. Prime PORK. C. & F. WHITTLE February 6. tf 297
NORFOLK BOROUGH.
At a Quarterly Session Court held the twenty-fifth day of March, 1805, in the 29th year of the Commonwealth. William Pennock, Compt. } against } IN CHANCERY. Stephen Gorham, Peter C. Brooks, John Nickell, Moses Myers, and Cary Selden, Deputy Marshal of the United States, for the Virginia district, Def'ts. }
THE Defendants Stephen Gorham, and Peter C. Brooks, not having entered their appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly, and the Rules of this Court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that they are not inhabitants of this Commonwealth: on the motion of the Complainant by his Counsel, It is ordered, That the said Defendants Stephen Gorham, and Peter C. Brooks, appear here on the fourth Monday in June next, and answer the Bill of the Complainant; and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed in this Borough, for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-house of said Borough: And it is further ordered, That the Defendants John Nickell, Moses Myers, and Cary Selden, do not pay, convey away, or secret any debts or effects in their hands, belonging to the other Defendants, until the further order or decree of this Court, concerning the same. A Copy, Teste, 584 WILLIAM SHARP, C. N. B. C.
REMOVAL.
THE SUBSCRIBERS Have removed from Market-Square, to the Fire Proof Warehouse, Wide Water-Street, corner of Rothery's Wharf, Where they have for Sale, a general assortment of the best Groceries, Paints, Oil, Window Glass, &c. &c. AMONG WHICH ARE THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES: 22 Pun. Antigua and Jamaica Rum 3 do. & 12 bbs. N. E. do. 16 pipes Brandy, entitled to drawback. 4 do. real Cognac do. 1 do. Country Gin. Peach and Apple Brandy. 20 bds. & tiers } SUGAR 30 bds. } diff. qua. 5000 wt. Coffee. Brazil, L. P. Madeira, } WINES. L. P. Teneriffe, } Sherry, Nutmegs, Pepper, & Allspice.
PAINTS, &c.
White Lead, Yellow Ochre, Venetian Red, Spanish Brown, and Black, dry and ground in Oil; Prussian Blue, Vermilion, Verdigris, Ivory Black, Lampblack, Red Lead, Sugar of Lead, White Vitriol, Letharge, and Black Lead; Putty in bladders; Linseed, Spermaceti, and common Lamp Oil, 100 Boxes Window Glass of different sizes, from 7 by 9 to 50 by 26 inches—Glass for Book Cases, Doors, Clock Faces, Fan Sashes, &c. cut to any size or pattern. John Rorke & Co. April 8. 1m 566
LEASE OF LANDS.
AUCTION.
At a Meeting of the Trustees of Norfolk Academy, held on the 23d March, 1805. It was ordered, "That Philip Barraud, John Nivison, and John E. Holt, be a Committee to lay out the Lands of the Academy in convenient Lots, which, together with the Buildings, they shall advertise and Lease to the highest bidder, on the 10th day of May next, for a period of ten years, renewable from time to time for the same period, until the improvements are redeemed." In pursuance of the above order, the said Committee now give Publick Notice, that the aforesaid Lands and Tenements will be Leased at Auction on said 10th of May next, at 11 o'clock in the forenoon, and the Lots will be laid off in such manner as may appear to suit the views of the persons desirous of purchasing. PHILIP BARRAUD. JOHN NIVISON. JOHN E. HOLT. Norfolk, April 8. 577
NOW LANDING
On Newton's Wharf, from on board the Schooner Plough-Boy, Captain Davis, from Martinique, 62 Hogsheads, } 4 Tierses, } MUSCOVADO SUGAR. 66 Barrels, } 9 do. } COFFEE. WILLIAM PENNOCK. February 15. tf 423
JUST RECEIVED, AND FOR SALE BY
JOHN N. HAGENAU, No. 36, MAIN-STREET. Estopillas, Brittanias, Fine Holland Shirting Linen, Platillas Royal, Brown Holland, } ENTITLED TO DRAWBACK. 25 Boxes Mould Candles. 25 do. Brown Soap. 30 Firkins first quality Butter. 25 Kegs Richmond Manufactured Tobacco. 30 Dozen Cowskin Whips. Ginger in Kegs, and 25 BARRELS RYE WHISKEY. ALSO ON HAND, Country Gin. Old 5th proof Peach Brandy. A few Casks Linseed Oil. April 8. tf 571
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE,
Norfolk, Virginia, March 15, 1805. As, notwithstanding the repeated notices heretofore given, many instances of neglect on the part of Masters of British vessels, entering this port, continue to occur; His Britannick Majesty's Consul, once more informs all persons concerned, "that it is the duty of all Masters of British Merchants, at, or soon after their arrival, to produce before him the Registers of their respective vessels, and to deposit with him, until they shall be ready to depart, their Mediterranean Passes, if any they have.—The Consul further notifies that he shall return to the proper Department in England, the names of all Masters of British vessels, who shall fail to comply with the above regulation; and that, in cases of such failure, he shall conceive himself authorized to withhold from the Defaulters any Protection, Advice, or Assistance, for which they may have occasion to apply to him in his official capacity—and he requests of the Merchants to whom British Bottoms may have been consigned, to inform the Masters thereof of the necessity of their conforming to the preceding rule," as he is determined not to take any official cognizance of such as may refuse, or neglect to comply therewith. Office hours from eight in the morning, until two in the afternoon. 502
150 Boxes Bloom, 150 do. Muscadel, } RAISINS. 1000 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. All of superior quality, for sale on a liberal credit. C. & F. WHITTLE. April 12. tf 592
JACOB KLEIN,
No. 20, Church-Street. HAS JUST RECEIVED, 100 pieces German Rolls—125 pieces Brittanias—1 Case Brown Holland Sheeting, and fine 4-4 Irish Linen—Superfine Chints—Purple and Fancy Shawls—Fine White Flannel—Cotton Kerseymere—Marseilles Quilting, and Fancy Calicoes—Coloured, and White Thread—Silk, and Leather Suspen-ders—200 pieces Yellow Nankeen; and a few fashionable Fine India Muslin Dresses, and Cambric Muslin.—Also, Some fashionable Plaid Cambricks, very handsome, and the first of this description imported here. April 10. 581
34 Tierces Flesh RICE,
Landing on Maxwell's Wharf, from on board the Sloop Helen, Capt. Brown from Charleston—For sale by John C. Niemeyer. Who has just received, an assortment of GERMAN LINEN, For exportation. April 10. tf 580
NEW-YORK SLATE,
Of the very best quality, and in any quantity—for sale by William Hartsborne, Jun. April 8. tf 570
500 barrels Superfine FLOUR. 70 hogsheads Prime Richmond TOBACCO. 100 barrels Mess PORK. FOR SALE, BY C. & F. WHITTLE. March 20. tf 518
MARTIN FISK,
HAS JUST RECEIVED, FOR SALE, 50 Barrels APPLES, in prime order. 50 Kegs Choice BUTTER, for Family use. ALSO—ON CONSIGNMENT, 3 Trunks UMBRELLAS. Which will be sold low. April 3. tf 554
REMOVAL.
THE SUBSCRIBERS Have removed from MAIN-STREET, to their NEW FIRE-PROOF WAREHOUSE, in MARKET-SQUARE. Gilliat & Mackinder. April 3. tf 555
LACED CAMBRICKS.
PHILIP HENOP,
NOW OFFERS FOR SALE, A COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF LACED Cambric Muslin—Diagonal and Spotted Spider-laced ditto—Baldord and Sattin Tambour laced ditto—Plain, Spotted, Sprigged, and Tamboured Leno Gauze—Elegant 6-4 Tamboured and Spotted Leno Shawls—Super-Super ditto—Laced and Diagonal ditto—Just received, via New-York, and of the very newest and most fashionable patterns. April 3. tf 556
DOCTOR HODGES,
INFORMS his Friends and the Publick, that he has again OPENED SHOP on Main-Street, at the head of Rothery's Lane. HE OFFERS TO LEASE, THREE LOTS OF GROUND, One running partly on Main-Street, and partly on Rothery's Lane—and two situate on said Lane. He will rent out a part of the House which he occupies as a Shop. March 27. tf 534
FOR SALE,
BY WILLIAM B. LAMB, 30 Puncheons St. Vincents RUM. 13 Hogsheads and 28 Tierces SUGAR. 10 Pipes French BRANDY. 5 do. GIN. 13 do. Madeira WINE. 10 Quarter Casks SHERRY. 10 Cases CLARET. 10 Hogsheads do. 12 Bags GINGER. 1 Case Black SATTINS. 3 do. Irish LINEN. 7 Bales India COTTONS. 3 Trunks CALLICOES, &c. February 13. tf 415
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY,
ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street. THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, viz. 10d, 12d, 20d, Nails, 8d per lb. 8d, do. 9d per lb. Sheathing do. 7 1-2d per lb. 6d, do. 10d per lb. 4d, do. 3s. per M. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 8d per lb. 6d, do. 4s 6d per M. 4d, do. 3s do. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 2d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. March 18. tf 503
BOARDING.
WILLIAM BEALS, Begs leave to inform his friends and the Publick, that he has taken the house lately occupied by Mrs. Bryan, in Commerce-Street, where he can accommodate ten or twelve Gentlemen with genteel BOARDING and LODGING. Looking Glasses, Prints and Picture Frames, Thermometres, and Barometers, for sale—and old ones repaired, by Mr. Vecchio, at the house of Mr. Beals. March 27. tf 539
TO RENT,
(And possession given in April or May next.) The House at present occupied by the Subscriber in Catharine-Street. JOHN DAVIDSON. March 4. tf 466
OILS, PAINTS & WINDOW GLASS,
Of all kinds, colours, and sizes. For sale by N. Gregory, July 8. tf 3
NORFOLK:
PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY J. COWPER AND G. L. GRAY. OPPOSITE THE EXCHANGE COFFEE HOUSE. Price Five Dollars and Fifty Cents yearly, in advance.