Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1805-09-13 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.
VOL. II.]
FRIDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 13, 1805.
[NO. 26.]
WHOLESALE PRICE-CURRENT.
NORFOLK, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1805.
   ARTICLES. per From To Remarks     BACON lb. 14 16   Beef, cargo bbl. 9 50   Prime 11   Mess 13   Brandy, Sp. 1st p. gal. 80 85   2d p. 87 90   3d p. 90 95   4th p. 1 1 5   Fr. 3d p. 1 10 1 15   4th p. 1 15 1 20   Peach, 90   Apple, 65 70   Bread, Pilot 100lb. 8   Navy. 5 50 6   Ship 4 4 50   Butter, Export. lb. 16 20   Candles, Dpt 17 18   Mould 23   Sperm. 65   Coal, English bus. 25 None   Virginia 22   Cocoa, Island 100lb. None   Caracas None   Coffee, W. India lb. 28 30   Cordage, Country 100lb. 14   Foreign 10 11   Cotton, Geo. Upland lb. 23 24 Scarce   Sea Island None   St. Domingo None   Surinam None   Duck, American bolt. None   Ravens 14 15 Scarce   Russia 20 21   Holland 22 24   No. 1 to 7, English 34 40   Flour, Superfine bbl. 8 New.   Fine 7 7 50   Middlings 6 6 50   X ditto 7   Fish, Cod, dry quin. None   Herrings bbl. 4 75 5   Shad None   Fustick ton. 50   Gin, Holland, 1st p. gal. 95 1 Plenty   N. E. 1st p. 70 75   Grain, Wheat bus. None   Corn 85 dull   Barley None   Oats 42   Hemp, Russian ton. 290 300   Hides, Dried lb. 10 14   Hog's Lard 16 18   Indigo, Flotant> Indigo, Flotant None   N. Orleans None   Iron, Pig ton. None   American ref. 120 125   Russia 100   Logwood, Bay 65 70   Camp. 70 80   Lead, Sheet 100lb. 12 50 14   Meal, Kiln-dried bbl. None   Mahogany, Bay sq. feet   St. Dom. 12 14   Molasses, gal.   Peas, Black-eyed bus. 38 42   Pepper, lb. 19 20   Pimento, 16 18   Pitch, bbl. 2 75 3   Pork, Cargo 15 15 50   Prime 16 50 17   Mess 18 19   Raisins, cask. 4   ditto, box. 5 5 50 Plenty   Rice, 100lb. 5 5 50   Rosin, bbl. 3 3 50   Rum, Jamaica, 4th p. gal. 90   Antigua, 3d p. 85   St. Croix, 3d p. 83   W. Island, 3d p. 78   Country, 57   Salt, St. Mart. bus.   Turks Island, 70   Isle May, 68   St. Ubes, 67   Cadiz, 60   Liverpool, 60 67   Soap, Brown, lb. 11 12   Castle, 25   Sugar, Muscovado, 100lb. 8 50 11 50 brisk a   Hav. Brown, 11   White, 14 50 15   Shingles, Cyp. 22 in. M. 3 3 25   18 in. 3   Staves, W. O. hhd. 25 27   pipe 60 65   hhd. head 25 27   do. red oak 16 18   Tar, bbl. 2 25 2 50   Tobacco, Richmond, 100lb. 6 75 7   Petersburg, 6 6 25   Rappa, 4 50 6   Potomack, None   Tallow, Russia, lb. None   American, 14 16 Scarce   Turpentine, bbl. 2 75 3   Wax, Bees, lb. None   Wines, Madeira, pipe. 230 350 Plenty.   Lisbon, gal. 1 25 1 30 Scarce   Teneriffe, 1 1 12   Sherry, 1 25 1 30 Plenty   Port, pipe. 160 220 Scarce   Malaga, gal. 1 1 10  
Premiums of Insurance on American Property.
   To Great-Britain, Ireland, Portugal, and Spain, without the Straights of Gibraltar. 3 1-2   France, Holland, Bremen, and Embden, 4 4 1-4   In the Mediterranean, - - - - - 4 1-2-5   Madeira, Canaries, Azores, and Cape de Verd Islands, - - - - - 3 1-2   British and Neutral Windward Islands from Barbadoes to St. Thomas - - - - - 4 4 1-2   Jamaica and Honduras - - - - - 10 12 1-2   Porto Rico, - - - - - 6   Havana, - - - - - 4 1-2   Cape Francois, (unarmed) - - - - - cannot   Ports in the Bight of Benin, - - - - - be   Ports on the South side of St. Domingo, - - - - - insured   Persia, India, and China, - - - - - 4 1-2-5   Coasters, - - - - - 2  
Prices of Stocks.
   Virginia Bank, no sale.   Norfolk Marine Insurance Company, shares at par, no sale.   United States Bank, 540 oils. per share.   Exchange on London, 4231-3 dollars for 100l. Ster. Eng.  
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From the London Oracle, July 1.
THE OPPOSITION.
Notwithstanding their stubborn resistance of the vote for an impeachment, instead of criminal prosecution, against lord Melville, have ardently embraced the task. The fact is, that several of them were exceedingly disappointed that the impeachment had not been carried originally, as they had begun to make arrangements for their intended speeches on the memorable occasion. Their vanity will therefore be completely gratified, as many opportunities will occur, before the conclusion of the impeachment, when they may evince their ingenuity and eloquence. We shall say nothing about Mr. Whitbread's candour and moderation; but we have no hesitation to acknowledge, that we always believed that this gentleman, whether for or against lord Melville, possessed abilities of the first class. Every man who can distinguish between powerful eloquence and vapourish declamation—every man who can distinguish between the bold energies of a masculine mind and the petty efforts of a common driveller in political discussion—every man who knows how to appreciate sterling merit beyond Birmingham dross, will admit the wide difference between Mr. Whitbread and Mr. Gray. We are told that the feelings of the latter gentleman are very much wounded, indeed, that the former should have so far surpassed him in arrangement of matter, in acuteness of argument and in promptitude of delivery. Mr. Gray appears at this time thrown in the background. He may be said to be in sackcloth and ashes for his lost influence, and we are induced, from the principles of humanity, to sympathise with him in his sorrow. Ambition is a vexatious passion; but envy is much more so. We hope, however, that he will be enabled to recover himself during the Summer recess. Mr. Gray's speech on the impeachment, as well as all those of the party who mean to come publicly forward, will extend at least to three hours, if not four. We congratulate them on the happy opportunity of having four or six months to compose their speeches, and nearly the same to rehearse them at least fifty times before the grand and final delivery. In their attacks on lord Melville, they must not forget to give Mr. Pitt a side-blow. Although the latter was very easily and very honourably acquitted, yet the party cannot now forgive him for not receiving Mr. Fox into the foreign department—they cannot forgive him for refusing to make Mr. Gray secretary at war—they cannot now forgive him for refusing to make all the leaders of the party, cabinet ministers! But, to leave the subject of impeachment, let us present a hasty sketch of the
STATE OF PARTIES.
The late debates in parliament have removed several doubts which for a time appeared inexplicable. We have seen all the distinct parties in apparent confusion, waiting with the greatest impatience for the effect of particular measures. About the time when lord Melville became the victim of opposition vengeance, the members of the latter association were imperious in the house, believing that they had obtained a majority for every question. The consequence, however, proved the futility of their conclusion, for the minister's influence soon returned, whilst that of the opposition was diminished in proportion. But a short time passed in language of conciliation and esteem and as opposition detracted from the merits of lord Melville, they magnified those of Mr. Pitt. They even cheered him in his speeches with much affected enthusiasm as he ever experienced from his warmest admirers—not but that he well deserved all the encomiums which they bestowed, but they thought by these means to recommend themselves to ministerial favours. They continued their political courtship some time, always flattering themselves that Mr. Pitt would soon declare himself grateful for their attentions and lenity. Mr. Fox was so eager for a coalition and all his friends were so fully persuaded that Mr. Pitt could not conduct the affairs of the nation without them, that they became more and more conciliating every day. It may be well remembered, that they received no encouragement from Mr. Pitt. He knew that the same men who had deprived him of the very able co-operation of lord Melville, would soon endeavour to reduce him to the shadow of what he had been in the state—or the fact is, that he never suffered for a moment a coalition, in which there would be so many incongruities, to occupy his mind. Mr. Fox pressed the object of his heart by the avowal of sentiments which had been misunderstood, and consequently misrepresented in the newspapers. We have purposely avoided making any remarks on an imposition successfully practised upon a morning paper some time ago, in which Mr. Fox is made to declare that he was resolved "never to look to nor accept of any publick situation!" The absurdity of such a declaration was sufficient-
ly evident without requiring our negative. The members of opposition and their followers, however, appeared very much alarmed lest a paragraph so dangerous to their political existence, should remain uncontradicted; and therefore inserted in several papers the following article:
"A paragraph appeared in a morning and evening paper of Saturday last, stating, that in the debate of last Thursday, Mr. Fox expressed himself to the following effect, viz—"That it was now his serious and settled resolve never to look to or accept of any publick situation, but that he should support to the best of his abilities, the measures of those who were now looked upon as his political friends, should they come to act in concert with the present ministers." Such are the words imputed to Mr. Fox in the paragraph alluded to. We are enabled, on the authority of persons who were close to Mr. Fox, and who listened most attentively to that admirable speech to contradict every word contained in the said paragraph. Not only is there not a syllable of truth in the allegation of that paragraph, but the idea attempted to be conveyed by it, is as false as the words are different from those used by this eminent person. Mr. Fox undoubtedly expressed his wish for a comprehensive administration, and declared, that no personal views of his should stand in the way of so desirable an object; but he did not drop one expression that could be construed into an approbation on his part, of any of his friends (of whatever description) forming a junction with the present ministry."
Morning Chronicle &c.
From this paragraph which came from the highest opposition authority, it is evident, that Mr. Fox's patience began to be exhausted. His pride at last was aroused, when he found no return of compliment, no language of equal conciliation, no encouragement, by an approximation of ideas from Mr. Pitt. The latter was sufficiently polite as a gentleman; but as a politician, he pretended not to understand the broad hints which were thrown out to him from day to day. Mr. Fox then qualified or moderated his ambition by saying, that he would not personally stand in the way of any arrangement for an administration including all the great men of the country. This was wise and politick on the part of Mr. Fox. He well knew that if his friends ever got into power, they would soon succeed in obtaining for him a leading department of the State. The minister, although unfortunately deprived of the great ability of lord Melville, and although an able co-adjutor might perhaps have been acceptable, yet was proof against the political courtship, and also the political coquetry of Mr. Fox, who had declared that no personal consideration on his part should preclude any arrangement for an administration on an enlarged scale. From conciliation and regard the party soon recurred to language of disappointment and spleen, and Mr. Leicesters's motion for an impeachment instead of a criminal prosecution, afforded them an opportunity, in some degree, of venting their rage against Mr. Pitt—It is certainly a very heinous sin on the part of Mr. Pitt, to presume to think of conducting the affairs of the government without them! He is bold, and an enterprising man, indeed, who, having lost the powerful aid of both Grenville and Melville, dare continue in office without earnestly soliciting the assistance of the virtuous opposition!
(To be Continued.)
SHIP ELIZA.
All persons having claims against the said Ship, for services rendered previous to the 28th August, will please render them to James Taylor.
Sept. 11. 3 142
FOR A FRENCH PORT IN THE CHANNEL,
The good Brig JOHN, Captain WOLFE: —Burthen about 180 tons—can be ready to take a cargo in a few days, and will receive a few hogsheads of tobacco on a moderate freight. For terms, apply to John Newell, jun.
September 9. tf 139
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER,
(T. a Port in France.) The fine new Ship, SUSAN, Captain LORING: —Burthen 350 hogsheads tobacco. Will be ready for the reception of a cargo in ten days. For terms, apply to Captain Loring, or Donaldson, Thorburn & Co.
September 6. tf 139
WHO HAVE THE CARGO OF SAID SHIP FOR SALE,
CONSISTING OF ABOUT 5,500 Bushels LISBON SALT. And some choice Old WINE , in quarter casks.
September 6. tf 139
FOR SALE, FREIGHT, OR CHARTER,
The Ship PLANTER, Burthen 400 hogsheads of tobacco, in complete order and will be ready to receive a cargo, in ten days. For terms apply to William Mackenzie & Co. Richmond, or John Mackenzie & Co.
Holt's Wharf.
WHO HAVE FOR SALE,
100 Hogsheads Richmond TOBACCO. 70 Kgs Manufactured do. 10 Bales COTTON. 100 Barrels of 4, 6, 8, 10, and 20d. NAILS.
August 30. tf 105
FOR BOURDEAUX,
The Ship SHEFFIELD, Josiah Cowper, Master:—Will take eighty hogsheads tobacco, or other goods equivalent, on freight, the remainder of her cargo being engaged. Three passengers can be accommodated.—Apply to the Master.
WHO HAS FOR SALE,
A FEW CASES OF LIQUEURS, Of superior quality, at prime cost. September 6. tf 132
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER,
The American Ship INDIA PACKET, William Rindge, Master, Burthen 400 hds. Tobacco. Apply to the master on board, or to Phineas Dana, & Co.
Who have received per said ship from St. Lucar, 139 quarter casks SHERRY WINE, for sale on moderate terms. August 9. tf 56
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER,
The good American Ship JOHN, A. M. Spalding, Master:—297 tons burthen, a staunch, strong, tight vessel, now in complete order for the reception of a cargo.—For terms apply to the Captain on board, or Richard Blow.
July 22. tf 13
WANTED TO CHARTER,
A SHIP Of from 200 to 300 tons burthen, to load with Lumber for a Port in Jamaica.—Apply to Robert Maitland & Co.
August 30. tf 106
FOR SALE, FREIGHT, OR CHARTER,
The well known, fast sailing Ship TWO GENERALS, Alexander Cunningham, Master:—Burthen 300 hogsheads tobacco, or 2400 barrels.—The Two Generals is a new ship, has made only four voyages to Europe, and always delivered her cargo in good order. A freight for Bourdeaux will be preferred, at a moderate price. She will be ready to receive a cargo in a few days. For terms, apply to Theo. Armistead.
August 28. tf 110
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER,
The good American Brig DANUBE, Gilbert Howland, Master:—Having made only one voyage—burthen 194 tons, now in complete order for the reception of a cargo—will carry about 1800 barrels flour, or 220 hogsheads tobacco. For terms apply to the Captain on board, or Richard Blow.
WHO OFFERS FOR SALE, 20,000 Drawn White Oak Pipe STAVES. August 26. tf 94
FOR SALE,
The British built Brig JANE, Burthen 156 tons per Register—copper and sails uncommonly fast. The inventor to be seen at our counting house—a liberal credit will be given.—Also,
PRIME ANTIGUA SUGARS.
Landing this day, from on board the said Brig. C. & F. Whittle. August 23. tf 90
FOR LIVERPOOL,
The good Ship MONTICELLO, to sail by the 20th of September. Tobacco or cotton, will be taken in on low freight, if immediate application is made to R. Maitland and Christian, Petersburg, or to Robert Maitland & Co.
August 19. tf 82
FOR NANTZ,
The good, fast sailing Ship BRUTUS, Captain PENDERGAST: —Burthen 370 hds. or thereabouts—a vessel well calculated to carry tobacco to France. For freight or passage, having excellent accommodations, apply to the Master on board, lying at Mr. Blow's wharf, Portsmouth, or Thomas Payson & Co.
At Mr. Fisk's Store. August 14. tf 74
CADIZ SALT,
For Sale on board the Jesse, Captain Ferris, from Cadiz, lying at my wharf, Gosport, which will be sold low, if taken from along side. Apply on board, or to William Pennock.
Who offers said Brig for Charter; she carries 260 hogsheads tobacco—will be ready to receive a cargo in a few days. ALSO—FOR CHARTER, The Copper bottomed Ship THOMAS, Burthen three hundred hogsheads tobacco, and now ready to receive a cargo. August 2. tf 38
TO RENT.
THE Store, Cellar, and Compting Room, No. 41, Main Street, at present occupied by Messrs. Gilliat & Mackinder. Apply to Thomas Willock. April

THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
FRIDAY EVENING, SEPT. 13, 1805.
Scarcely a publication of this paper is made, in which we have not the painful task of noticing the injuries committed on the Commerce of our country by some of the belligerent powers. We have been handed a letter from Gibraltar by which we perceive the following vessels are detained there, viz.
Ships Paulina of Alexandria from Cadiz. Argus, Norfolk, do. Moses Myers, Boston, do. Briggs Rover, do. Alert, Alexandria, do. Betsey, New-Bedford, do. A Schooner, name unknown— do.
And a Brig from Malaga bound to Boston.
The writer of the letter does not know the cause of their detention, but says that he understands the vessels from Cadiz are detained for a breach of Blockade, in the egress. The cargoes it is said will be condemned. These vessels went into Cadiz as we are informed without any interruption, and were returning with the proceeds of their outward cargoes. Between the time of their arrival at Cadiz and sailing, the British put the place in Blockade, forbidding the egress of vessel with cargoes.
In a few numbers back we stated the capture of the Ship Recovery captain Adams of this port, taken by the Spaniards and carried into Algeziras. We are favoured with a letter which states the following particulars. The cargo (not being furnished with the Spanish Consuls certificate of neutrality) is condemned. The vessel restored and freight allowed; an appeal would have been made but the court would not allow it, except for vessel, freight and cargo, in which case the whole property would be detained until the appeal was decided, which would not be less than from 12 to 18 months.
Captain Adams says "what would you think of a proposition from a Judge to clear the property for 2000 dollars? yesterday that proposal was made to me, but as I could get no receipt for the money I refused." Mr. Jefferson says, "And history bears witness to the fact, that a just nation is trusted on its word, when recourse is had to armaments and wars to bridle others." We cannot say from what portion of history the text is taken, but we apprehend we shall not find the advantage of its application as to the United States, whose justice, added to patient forbearance under injury, does not dispose the belligerent powers to trust us on our word. We fear Mr. Jefferson will find more truth in this maxim, "submission to insult invites a repetition."
The ship Calpa, captain Jones, of and from this port for Gibraltar, is captured and carried into Algeziras, and it is expected, the cargo not having the Spanish Consuls certificate attached to the invoice, will be condemned—A letter which we have seen states, that five other American vessels are at Algeziras, carried in under the same pretext, and likely will share the same fate.
Mercantile caution will naturally adopt the best modes of protecting their property; but we do think, that in general it is better policy to carry no protections, which our government cannot furnish.
Either our informant was mistaken, or misconceived by us, respecting the Fleet of Admiral Lord NELSON not being at Gibraltar, as stated in our last, we have been favoured with the following extract of a letter from Gibraltar dated the 25th of July which says, "Lord Nelson arrived here a few days ago from the West-Indies, he staid only three days to water, &c. and has, it is said gone up the Straights, he has ten line of Battle Ships, and some frigates with him. I had the pleasure of seeing him, he is a fine looking officer."
A letter from Bermuda to a gentleman in this place, states that advices had been received from England, which say, that an act of parliament had passed, making Bermuda a free port for the admission of salt provisions from the United States, from whence the colonies in the West-Indies are to be supplied. The date of the advices from England are said to be of the 10th June, we therefore must doubt the correctness of the information, as our advices are down to the 20th July, and no mention is made of such act; the debate in the house of lords, published in this day's paper, is sufficient to prove that no such act had passed before that debate, because if it had, the speakers could not well have avoided noticing it in the course of their arguments.
The Mayor of Baltimore has issued a Proclamation, obliging persons from Philadelphia, to be 15 days from it, before they can enter or come within three miles of the city.
A suit is commenced by Robert Goodloe Harper, of Baltimore in the name of William Boyd, of Charleston, against the proprietors of the Baltimore Evening Post, for a libel. Charleston Courier.
Some days since we republished certain queries from the Philadelphia Gazette, insinuating an improper correspondence between Mr. Jefferson and the traitor Arnold; expecting that the publication of the letter alluded to, if such a one there is, will follow in a short time, we forbear any remarks on the subject. The following remarks are from the Columbian Centinel, a Boston paper.
"We think the above querist has not sufficiently matured his subject; and the answers to his queries will be evasive. The letter he alludes to, if we have been rightly informed, was not directed to Gen. Arnold, but to Gen. Tarlton. The history of this letter runs thus:—When Mr. Jefferson, and the Virginia legislature fled from Charlottesville, on the approach of the British troops. Mr. Jefferson left a letter directed to Tarlton, containing a request to
know what terms he might obtain, if he should surrender himself to the British arms then ravaging Virginia. This letter was received by the officer to whom it was directed; and may possibly have fallen into Arnold's hands, as he was then with Tarlton.—Whether he did or not the history thus proceeds:—The possessor of the original letter was in Canada; and Mr. E. Livingston having obtained information of the fact, made a journey for the express purpose of obtaining either the original, or a certified copy of it, to be used, no doubt, as exigencies might require. He did receive either the original letter, or a certified copy of it, from the original. This fact, says the history, was communicated to Mr. Jefferson. What influence it had on the appointment of Mr. Livingston, (a Burrite) to the District Attorney of New-York, the reader must determine for himself. We give the history as we have heard it; and as it is told in the Livingston, and other political circles in New-York."
This is a very lame story, and we hope for the credit of those who have moved in this affair, that they are better provided with proofs, than conclusions drawn from false premises. The Centinel says that the history of this letter runs thus—"When Mr. Jefferson, and the Virginia legislature, fled from Charlottesville, on the approach of the British troops, Mr. Jefferson left a letter directed to Tarlton, containing a request to know what terms he might obtain, if he should surrender himself to the British arms then ravaging Virginia. This letter was received by the officer to whom it was directed; and may possibly have fallen into Arnold's hands, as he was then with Tarlton."
The Editor of the Centinel cannot be very well acquainted with the history of those times, or he could not have said that "Arnold was with Tarlton"—Lord Cornwallis arrived at Petersburg the 17th May, and immediately Arnold went to New-York, and could not have seen Tarlton, until after the capitulation of York. Arnold left the army and proceeded to New-York, as soon as it moved from Petersburg, Tarlton's expedition to Charlottesville was some time after.
We give it as our opinion that nothing but the publication of the letter (if one there is) can satisfy the publick, this has now become more so, by reason of the contradictory accounts of it.
The following letter from General MUHLENBURGH will show that the BRISBONS are trembling with fear of the DANTONS. The General and his friends are content to stop where they are, but not so DUANE, LEIB, & Co. Well may McKean and his friends be alarmed, as indeed must be every reflecting man. As nothing can be worse than anarchy, we wish McKean may succeed on the present occasion, perhaps the opposition he has received from his former confederates, may be of service to him and his present friends hereafter, they will be careful how they in future encourage and foster principles which had nearly been the destruction of themselves.
Philadelphia, August 3, 1805.
MY DEAR SIR, Have you again arrived safe in Reading, or are you wandering among the blue mountains talking of the election, and feasting on trout. As soon as you return, let me hear of the prospects in your country.
I have heretofore thought that, as I was an officer of the United States, it would be improper for me to interfere, too zealously, in this affair. But, I cannot help observing with surprise and regret, that many of our countrymen suffer themselves to be led astray without reflecting upon the consequences which must ensue if a change should at present be made in the constitution. Our countrymen, the Germans, are generally not so light-minded in important affairs, and it must now be owing to a want of information. We have heretofore lived peaceable, contented, and happy under the operation of the present constitution; and, although, it might be amended in some instances, yet the question which naturally arises is, whether this is the proper time to attempt it, when the minds of men are exasperated, and no one will yield to the other. If the people have once given up their right, if they have once called a convention, this convention has the right of making any alterations they please, or of completely overthrowing the old constitution, and forming an entire new one. This new constitution may then be as it will; it may please us or not; repentance will come too late: and we are completely bound. The more I reflect on this subject, the more I am convinced, that an alteration would, if made at present, produce the most unhappy consequences to the peaceable farmer. That many wish to fish in troubled water is evident, and that some have reached the height of imprudence, and are lost to all sense of shame, is certain. For Heaven's sake only read that shameless toast drank publicly on the 4th of July last, "EQUAL DISTRIBUTION OF PROPERTY." Woe, therefore, unto him who has a large farm, particularly when others possess none.
The call of a convention and the election of the governors are so intimately connected, that they cannot be separated: They will stand or fall together. That the Germans wish to have a German governor is very natural; and they deserve that the choice should be once made out of their number. But, if ever a German should be invested with that office, he ought to be a man qualified for the task, who would do honour to himself and the Germans; not one who would bring ridicule on them as well as himself. Mr. Snyder may be an honest good man (I am not intimately acquainted with him) but if that were sufficient, and no other qualifications required, we should soon find candidates enough. If a man holds the station of governor and does not possess sufficient talents and knowledge, if he be not acquainted with the constitution and laws of our country, he might easily commit faults which would disgrace and ruin himself forever; and dishonour the Germans. At all events Mr. McKean cannot serve more than three years longer; in the mean time our disputes may be adjusted, and we can look around for a man qualified to fill the governmental chair with honour and dignity.
The Germans did every thing in their power to have Mr. McKean elected, and in fact, it was principally owing to them that he succeeded. Will they now reject, on account of those feeble and paltry charges which have been brought against him by his Enemies? Will they regard the charges as founded, without examining them? You recollect that, I was Chairman of the election-committee when Mr. McKean was chosen the first and second times: How many handsome things were written and printed to prove that Mr. McKean was the most suitable character in the state to fill the Governor's Chair. If I had not believed it, I never should have signed those pieces; and shall I now change my opinion, and take part with his enemies, without a cause? This would not be honourable.
The violent Federalists here incline to the side of Snyder. Excuse the hasty manner in which this is
written. I have so little time which I can call my own, that I have been compelled to write this in my office.
Your sincere Friend, And humble Servant, P. MUHLENBERG. JOS. HEISTER, ESQ.
The following biographical sketch of a person, who recent events have caused to be much noticed, will not we are persuaded be unacceptable to our readers.
BRATTLEBORO, August 24. GENERAL EATON.
Lately appointed commander in chief of the forces of the exiled Tripolitan monarch, Hamet Bashaw, is a Green Mountain Boy. He was appointed a captain in the Western army of the United States, about the year 1791, and recruited a company at Bennington. In our army he rose no higher than the rank of captain. During the latter part of the administration of President Washington, he was appointed Consul at Tunis, in which important station he supported the interests of his country with zeal and ability. When Commodore Morris was at Malta, he was applied to by a Maltese blacksmith of the name of Bruschini, styling himself consul and agent of his Excellency Sidi Hamet Caramani the first born of Tripoli, to assist in placing his master on the throne occupied by his brother. The proposal was that the United States should advance 50,000 dollars, 20,000 stand of arms, and a quantity of gun-power, and co-operate with their whole force in the Mediterranean; promising that if successful, the new Bashaw would make peace with the United States. Commodore Morris did not think himself authorised to accept this proposal. A correspondence afterwards passed upon this subject between Mr. Eaton, and Mr. Madison, secretary of state. Mr. Eaton eventually advanced a considerable sum of the publick money for this object; but a committee of congress have reported in favour of his general conduct in his consulship. The project has since been sanctioned by government, and Mr. Eaton commissioned to co-operate with the exiled Bashaw, who has appointed him generalissimo of his armies. By the last accounts he was on his march along the coast of Africa from Egypt to Tripoli, a distance of 1000 miles, with a considerable and increasing force. General Eaton will attack Tripoli by land, and Commodore Barron by sea; and it is hoped that the result of this singular and dangerous expedition will be honourable to our country.
* Vermont. POLITICAL ESSAYS
ON THE ESSENTIAL AND DISTINCTIVE QUALITIES OF DEMOCRACIES AND REPUBLICS, WITH REFERENCE TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES.
From the Baltimore Republican or Anti-Democrat.
ESSAY XV.
"It was not from the repudiated and pernicious subtlety of Aristotle, that we were to deduce principles that were calculated for the happiness of the whole society."
As the ancient governments have long ceased to exist, it will not, it is presumed, be denied by men of science, that whatever information the moderns may possess, in relation to the histories, names, kinds, and characteristic qualities, of those governments, is wholly derived, and can be derived only, from the writings of the ancients. Consequently, these writings must contain the best evidence on all points.
Among the ancients who have written expressly on government, Aristotle is the most extensive in information, and profound in judgement. This great man drew his knowledge of government, from a careful examination of the theory and practice of upwards of two hundred commonwealths (61). Grotius assigns him the first station among philosophers, whether "estimated by the perspicuity of his method, the acuteness of his distinctions, or the weight and solidity of his arguments" (62); and Locke, the first place among the writers on government. The testimony of the latter comes with peculiar weight, as it is given to a friend in a private communication, and under circumstances when the mind may be considered most free from prejudice. The reverend Mr. King requested Mr. Locke to favour him with a plan of reading on politics, for the use of a young gentleman. Mr. Locke, in his answer to the request, observes—"To proceed orderly in this, the foundation should be laid in inquiring into the ground and nature of civil society, and how it is formed into different forms of government; and what are the several species of it. Aristotle is allowed a master in this science, and few enter upon the consideration of government, without reading his politics." (63)
But Aristotle is not a favourite with "the Editor". The weight of his evidence, it would seem, alarmed him. He is therefore charged with various crimes, and acts of baseness and turpitude. "He was selected (he exclaims in the number from which our text is taken) as the tutor of Alexander, by the tyrant that destroyed Greece, would seem to be an indifferent evidence to produce on an impartial investigation into the principles or efficacy of free government. He who was repudiated by Plato would seem to be at least suspicious. Besides Denccharès [Démocharès] accused him of an attempt to betray others, and that his letters for the purpose were intercepted, and for which he fled from popular indignation. This attempt has been questioned, but a more heinous atrocity is admitted, he betrayed his native country, Stagira, to the Macedonians, and when Olympias was taken by Philip, he had the execrable baseness to point out to the tyrant his former friends, the most wealthy of the Olynthians, as objects of plunder. Heady-headed error is no longer sacred. The opinion of such an authority cannot be cited, with moral consistency, against any form of government; even when he states facts, we are bound to doubt unless better authority corroborates him."
After this manner is the profoundest thinker of all antiquity treated; the man esteemed and respected through so many centuries, by schoolmen, divines, and politicians; the man extolled by Grotius, and recommended by Locke, as a fit guide and director to youth, in the science of government. And by whom is the citizen of Stagira thus aspersed? By an unknown writer, or "The Editor" of a publick paper, which for years has been chiefly, and almost daily, devoted to the execrable employment of obscuring truth, propagating revolutionary principles, and vilifying those most to whom their country is most indebted. The spirit of delusion, the wildest effort of democracy only, could conceive the idea, that a philosopher loses all pretensions to veracity, merely because he has educated a prince. How greatly did the author of Telemachus, the good Bishop of Cambray, err, in undertaking this task!
Was Aristotle, indeed, an infamous character? Was he guilty of the enormities wherewith he here stands accused? A summary of the most remarkable facts in the life of this great man, will be the best refutation of these calumnies.
(61) Patricius, vol. 3. (62) Grotius, on War and Peace. Preface. (63) Letter to Rev. Wm. King, July 5, 1703.
Aristotle was born in the first year of the 99th Olympiad, in Stagira, a city on the coast of Thrace, in the neighbourhood of Mount Athos, upon the Strymonick Gulph (64). He lost his parents, from whom he inherited a large fortune, almost in his childhood, and was brought up by Proxenus of Atarneus, a city of Mysia, opposite the island of Lesbos. (65)
The care which Proxenus bestowed upon his education seems to have made a lasting impression on Aristotle, in whose character gratitude formed a predominant feature. He not only honoured the memory of the guardian of his youth with a statue, but he instructed his son Nicanor, in the liberal sciences, adopted him, and, with his estate, bequeathed to him his daughter Pythias. (66)
At the age of seventeen Aristotle went to Athens, attracted by the love of learning, and the desire of hearing Plato in the academy, the best school of science as well as morals then existing in the world (67).—Being recommended to Plato, he became his disciple, and lived with him twenty years; even until his death (68). The preceptor appears to have very early noticed his talents, and to have esteemed him highly. The powers of the young Aristotle's mind were such, that he was wont to call him "the soul of the school" (69); and when he chanced not to be present at any of his lectures, would say, "the philosopher of truth is absent" (70). Such too was the unexampled industry of Aristotle, in perusing and copying manuscripts, that Plato, from this circumstance, would frequently call his own house, "the house of the great reader," and would often say, "let us go to the great reader's house." (71)
Soon after Plato's death, Aristotle, in testimony of the extraordinary affection he bore him, erected a monument to his memory, with the following inscription.
To Plato's sacred name this tomb is reard, A name by Aristotle long reverd: Far hence, ye vulgar herd, nor dare to stain With impious praise, this ever-hallow'd fane.
But besides this mark of respect for his memory, he speaks of him in some of his latest writings, with a degree of respect approaching to reverence; he composed, also, an oration in his praise, which comprehended an account of his life; and he highly extolled him in his elegies to Eudemus. (72)
Plato died in the first year of the 108th Olympiad, Aristotle being then thirty-seven years of age. After the death of him whose fame had drawn him to Athens, he returned to Atarneus, the city in which he had spent the happy years of his youth, under the kind protection of Proxenus. (73)
Atarneus and Assus were then governed, in the language of those days, by the tyrant Hermias, who had been the fellow disciple of Aristotle under Plato, and who had a particular esteem for him, which time cemented into unalterable friendship. Hermias received him with every testimony of love and respect (74). Here he remained three years, prosecuting his philosophical researches. At the close of this his fellow student and sovereign, was deprived of his crown, by the perfidy of Mentor, a Greek in the service of Artaxerxes, and hanged, as a traitor, by order of that prince.
To avoid the punishment that fell on the ambition of his friend, Aristotle, by a seasonable flight, escaped to the isle of Lesbos, with Pythias, the kinswoman, or, according to some, the sister of Hermias, a woman of extraordinary virtue, and the adopted heiress of the king of Assus and Atarneus, now reduced to poverty and distress.
Aristotle placed a statue of his friend in the temple of Delphos, and married Pythias, who died soon after leaving him an infant daughter, whom he named after a beloved wife, who had repaid his affection with the most tender sensibility. "It was her last request, that when Aristotle should die, (which might the fates long avert!) her own bones might be disinterred, and inclosed within the tomb of her admired husband." (75)
After two years residence in the isle of Lesbos, where he enjoyed the greatest felicity, and experienced the keenest grief, our philosopher, induced, as it is presumed, by the repeated solicitations of Philip of Macedon, bade a solemn farewell, escaped the dangers of the Athenian fleet, which then carried on war against Macedon, and arrived at the court of Pella, to take charge of the education of Alexander. (76)
In this employment Aristotle spent near eight years; during which period he enjoyed the rare advantage of giving the highest satisfaction to Philip and his queen, the proud Olympia, both of whom honoured him with high marks of distinction and confidence; while in their son, his pupil, he excited the warmest gratitude (77)—Philip, Alexander would say, gave me life, but Aristotle taught me how to live. (78)
(64) Aëtius. Dion. Halicarn. (65) Diogenes Laertius, Life of Aristotle, drawn up by E. Bell, Stagira is stated to have been, at the time of his birth, subject to Philip of Macedon.
(66) Ammonius in Vita Arist. (67) Laert.—Ammon.—Dion. Hal. (68) Ammon. in Vita Arist. (69) Laert. 5. 9. (70) Diog. Laert. in Arist. (71) Laert. 10. 26. (72) Olynp. Comment. in Georg. Plat. (73) Laert. 1. c. (74) Diog. Laert. (75) Diog. Laert. (76) Diogenes. Let. to Ammonius. (77) Plat. Vita. Alexander, & Avo. Calid. (78) Idem.
BOSTON, September 2.
From Rochelle.—Captain Jarvis, arrived here on Friday, in 43 days from Rochelle, informs, that soon after leaving port, and while passing off Rochefort, he met a French squadron, consisting of 7 sail of heavy ships, coming out of the Roads, who brought him to and ordered him into the Roads, under the custody of a gun brig; soon after he had come to anchor in the Roads, (the brig being about to execute some order at Brittany passage,) the wind favoured his escape, and he sailed. He could not ascertain the exact force of the squadron, nor their destination.
It was currently reported in town, on Saturday, that Mr. Bowdoin, had not been accredited as minister of the United States to the Court of Spain. On what authority the rumour was founded we know not; but it is certain that letters have been received here, by some recent arrivals from Spain, stating, that he would not proceed to Madrid; but on the contrary, was actually preparing to take his passage for England, with his family and suite.
Extract of a letter, dated London, July 15.
"The only circumstance at present unfavourable to the trade of this country, is the anxiety we are in about the leeward islands. The French and Spanish fleets being arrived at Martinico, in which quarter our naval force (until lord Nelson's arrival) has been unequal to cope with them; it has tended to raise the premiums here to a very high rate, 25 per cent. to return, 10l. for convoy. Arrival was given on the Surinam and Demarara fleet both on Friday and Saturday last, although it is said, by the last accounts, they were all safe at Surinam and Demarara. The Jamaica fleet is just arrived here, which is joyful news to the underwriters, and the prices of coffee and sugars are no less comfortable to the merchant and importer. In order to furnish you with a more

general idea of the quotations of various articles here, a mere colonial price current would do.
"In the mean time, although trade is dull we do not perceive any great symptoms of distress, in the commercial world: there are few or no bankrupts of any consequence, which seems to indicate, that in general it is not the regular and decent expenses of life that ruin people, but overstrained and bad speculations, to which at present there is little or no temptation."
Another letter, dated 12th says: "The premiums on American vessels to America, is 8 gs. in consequence of the capture of the ship Two Friends, M'Neill."
LONDON, July 17.
The crops throughout the country are of excellent promise, and some fine weather now would render them not only more forward, but more abundant than for some years past.
The agriculturists in Cambridgeshire and other countries are prosecuting with success, a system of clearing bean lands by means of a flock of sheep, which, when turned in, destroy the weeds, without in the least injuring the beans, by which the heavy expense of hoeing is in a great measure prevented and the land improved.
The Austrian minister Count Starhemberg, is on the eve of his departure for Vienna upon business of the utmost importance. His excellency is much attached to England.
The new mode of reefing, now generally adopting through the Navy, promises to be attended with in calculable advantages. By this plan the main sail of a first rate ship is reefed by two men on the yard with more facility than when forty were employed to effect it.
Twenty thousand men, cavalry and infantry, will we are informed, be encamped immediately on the Currah of Kildare.
The following Debate, as interesting to our country, may not be unacceptable to our readers. It will serve to shew the opinions which are entertained of us by some of the leading characters in the British Senate.
HOUSE OF LORDS. JULY 4.
Colonial Intercourse with America.
LORD HOLLAND, rose to bring forward his proposed motion for some important information on this subject. He prefaced it with a very able and argumentative speech, of considerable length. He described the proceedings which had taken place in some of the West-India Islands, particularly in Jamaica, which induced him to think the present appeal to the wisdom of Parliament necessary. They arose principally from the conduct of the governors of those islands, with respect to the discretionary power exercised by them, relative to the commercial intercourse between the islands, and the United States of America. He alluded to the suspension of the navigation laws, in one point of view, but more especially to the restrictive power exercised by them with respect to the importation of American produce; so necessary for the sustenance of the islands, or the shipping of that country. The line of conduct to which he referred, either in a political or commercial point of view, was of the most serious importance, and still more, as it affected the supply of the islands with articles of the first necessity, as lumber and provisions. The inhabitants of Jamaica, in particular, felt it so strongly, that their legislative assemblies made repeated representations to the governor upon the subject, who, in one of his answers, stated, he could not permit the importation in neutral bottoms longer than a given period. With respect to the question, though as affecting the interests of the islands, of great importance, was still of greater, as it may affect the commercial intercourse and good understanding between this country and the States of America. He deprecated every thing like a narrow, selfish commercial policy with respect to America. Ministers should consider the circumstances and situation of America, the great importance of continuing that good understanding and extensive commercial and friendly intercourse which now happily subsists between the two countries, and to which their common origin, language, and manners, so very fortunately dispose them. One of his objects in coming forward, was to give an opportunity to his majesty's ministers to disclaim any such notions or principles as actuated their conduct with respect to the restrictions on the trade and commercial intercourse between the West-India islands and America. It so happened, and fortunately, he thought that our West-India islands could not be adequately supplied with articles of the first necessity, except from the United States. He thought this was eventually fortunate, because the important consideration to which he adverted would operate as an additional inducement with the government of this country to cultivate a friendly understanding with America. He adverted to some ineffectual attempts which had been made under former administrations to supply our West-India islands from the British dominions in N. America. Adverting to the incalculable importance of the American commerce to this country, he observed, that any attempts to exclude America from the trade of our West-India islands, would be worse than the conduct, as related in the antient fable, of the dog in the manger, whose determination was comparatively wise and liberal. It would go to remind him of the fable of the two petitioners to Jupiter, to whom the Godhead said, that whatever he gave to the one, the other would have double—then, said one, in a paroxysm of folly and malignity, give me blindness in one eye, that my neighbour may be blind in both eyes? So would it be metaphorically, did this country wish to exclude America from our West-India trade, upon the narrow principle of commercial jealousy. His lordship took a view of the policy and effects of the navigation act, in its different bearings—and argued, that the changes in the system of Europe, and the relative situation of this country, rendered the policy of acting upon it very different from what it was at its first enactment. In war, generally speaking, it was impracticable. He wished the affairs to which he adverted were placed on a liberal footing and permanent basis—and it was important they should declare what line or system of conduct they intended to adopt, respecting the intercourse between America and our West-India colonies, in time of war. Through the whole of his speech, more especially towards the conclusion, the noble lord expatiated upon the great national importance, either in a political or commercial view, of maintaining an amicable intercourse and close connexion with America—and repeated, that one of his principal objects in coming forward was to give ministers an opportunity of disclaiming all notions of narrow or selfish policy, with respect to their intended intercourse in question, a circumstance which would give great satisfaction to all parties; and with respect to the intended system in future, he thought they should be explicit. His lordship concluded by moving an address to his majesty, "for the production of the communication which took place between the legislative assemblies of Jamaica and his majesty's government of that island, touching the intercourse between that colony and the United States of America, from the commencement of the war with France, to the 21st of May last; also for copies of the correspondence
between his majesty's secretary of state for the colonial department, and the governor of Jamaica, on the subject, within the same interval—also, for various documents, respecting the quantities of provisions, &c. imported from America, and the island of Jamaica, at certain given periods, distinguishing those imported from British America, and those from the United States of America."
The question being put on the first motion: The earl of Camden, in allusion to what had transpired on the subject on a former evening, observed he had stated that counter-orders had been sent out to the governors. The orders which were sent relative to the conduct of the governors, respecting the subject in question, were precisely to the same, during the last war. By the act of the 28th of the king, he observed, all goods and commodities were prohibited from being imported into the British West-India islands from the United States of America, with the exception of certain articles, as provisions and lumber, in cases of necessity; of these the respective governors were generally constituted the judges. They were to act upon their responsibility with respect to the admission of these articles, and bills of indemnity were passed, when they had acted contrary to the law. The noble earl adverted to the extensive nature of the information called for—the propriety of accompanying these documents with others which were necessary for the full illustration of the subject, and which, in this very advanced period of the session, it would be impracticable to produce—he therefore submitted to the noble baron the propriety of withdrawing his motion for the present; or, in case he persisted, he should think it his duty to move the order of the day upon them. Lord Holland shortly explained.
Lord Hawkesbury's objections were not so much against producing the required information, as producing that alone, which should produce a false prejudice upon the subject, and would by no means put the house in full possession of the case. Under that conviction ministers would feel it their duty also to move for a number of additional documents. With respect to what was said of the restrictions upon the trade in question, he had to observe that there were many representations made, from respectable and important quarters, of a direct contrary tendency to these alluded to by the noble baron, and reasons adduced that government, instead of imposing unnecessary restrictions, were, in fact, too indulgent with respect to that part of the trade of the United States, to the great detriment of the British merchants; their lordships would therefore see the propriety of the proposed additional documents, in order to afford parliament and the publick an opportunity to decide and judge thoroughly of the merits of the question. He admitted that the subject was one which any noble lord might fairly bring before parliament, but the advanced period of the session rendered the production of the necessary documents impracticable. He was, therefore, of opinion with his noble friend, it would be preferable to postpone the discussion to another session, when all the information proper to be laid before parliament could be produced. With respect to the line of conduct intended to be pursued by his majesty's government relative to the subject in question, it would be regulated by their convictions of the true interests and character of their country, and a due respect for the principles of the navigation laws. With respect to what was said of their views in regard to the trade of America, they would be regulated by no sentiment contrary to those just and liberal principles of commercial policy, so well understood in the present day; upon principles, founded not only upon the true interest of their own country, but even with a proper regard to the interest and prosperity of America herself.
Earl Stanhope contended that ministers had not been sufficiently explicit, particularly with respect to their intended conduct during the recess. Instead of giving a plain answer to the queries of his noble friend, the secretary of state answered by generalities. His lordship then spoke in support of some of his noble friend's arguments, with respect to the great importance of a good understanding between America and this country, whose example the latter ought to follow, with respect to her line of internal and external policy.
The duke of Montrose replied, with considerable spirit, to many of the positions advanced by the noble earl who spoke last, whose warmth of expression, he supposed, might arise from the warmth of the present season, a period in which he generally thought proper to attend his duty in that house. He contended that his noble friends had been sufficiently explicit; the orders given, they stated had been the same as during the last war; and the line of conduct would be persevered in. He conceived that every country had a right to regulate the trade of its own colonies, and that no other state could properly complain of it. With respect to the noble earl's panegyrics upon America, he understood a noble earl had lately disposed of his property and gone to that country: perhaps if the noble earl opposite to him would follow the same example, he might, after a short residence in that country, return home in a better humour with his own!
The earl of Liverpool was of opinion the answers given by ministers were explicit; and adverted to the consideration, how far too great an indulgence with respect to the trade of America, would operate injuriously upon the trade of Ireland with our West-India colonies.
The earl of Suffolk spoke in support of some of the positions of his noble friends, lords Holland and Stanhope.
Lord Hawkesbury, the earl of Camden, and the duke of Montrose, spoke severally in explanation.
Earl Stanhope, in explanation, said it was the duty of a person in his situation to watch over the interests and concerns of his country at home, and not to leave it because he might be out of humour, at the misconduct of weak, inefficient, and incapable ministers.
The earls of Darnley and Carysfort spoke shortly in support of the leading arguments of noble lords on that side of the house.
Lord Harrowby briefly vindicated the conduct of the ministers on the subject in question; and he deemed them sufficiently explicit in their declarations.
Lord Holland spoke in reply, and contended that ministers had not been explicit; their declarations were mere generalities; in allusion to what was said of the emigration of a noble earl (Selkirk) to America, he referred to his late work upon the subject, which he regarded as full of useful information, and vindicated the motives which induced that noble lord to go to the country in question. He warmly reprehended the idea of noble lords being told, when they openly and freely declared their opinions of the misconduct or incapacity of ministers, that they should leave their country if they did not like it. No, it was the duty, as his noble friend, well observed, of persons in their situation to stay in their country, watch over its interests, endeavour to rescue it from destruction, and to abide its fate. Such was the duty of members of that house, and they who asserted otherwise knew little of the duties of the legislature.
The duke of Montrose said a few words, in consequence of what fell from noble lords opposite; he would not be dictated to, as to the line of debate or observation he would pursue. He would adopt that which he thought most likely to conduce to his object; it was not his practice to rebuke others, neither would he be rebuked. The question being loudly called for, a division took place. For the motion, 8—against it, 14—majority 6.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Sch'r Farmer's Friend, Cox, 6 days from Bermuda, Ballast, R. C. Jennings & Co.—Sept. 9, in lat. 34, long. 72, spoke brig Maria, of Alexandria, from Lisbon bound to Alexandria, out 36 days—Sept. 7, in lat. 33, long. 40, spoke brig Mary, from New-York bound to Kingston, 7 days out.
Sch'r Lydia, Livingston, 38 days from Madeira, Wine, Wm. Pennock—Left there Aug. 4, ship Union, Rea, of and for New-York, in 15 days.—Aug. 17, in lat. 30, long. 38, fell in with the East-India homeward bound fleet of 42 sail, under convoy of Admiral Ranier.
Brig Traveller, Wright, 15 days from Havanna, Cotton, Logwood & Mahogany—Left there sch'rs Mary Johnson, Bayton; Virginia, Forsyth; and Seventy Six, Wills; all of this port, and a great number of other vessels, names not recollected. An embargo was to take place the next day after capt. W. sailed.
Ship Venilla, Fenno, 17 days from Havanna, Sugar, Rum, & Molasses, Theo. Armistead.
The ship Protectress, Everit, 46 days from Liverpool, went up James River this morning.
The ship Woodjap Simms, Davis, of this Port is arrived at Charleston from Bourdeaux, August 12 in lat. 34, long. 66, spoke the brig Canton of New-Bedford, from Norfolk, bound to Trinidad, out 13 days.
The sch'r Diana-Talbot, Maxwell, from Havanna bound to Boston, was spoken on Tuesday off Cape Henry.
CUSTOM-HOUSE—ENTERED.
Brig Traveller, Wright, Havanna. Sch'r Lydia, Livingston, Madeira. Farmer's Friend, Cox, Bermuda.
CLEARED.
Ship Maria, Powell, Jamaica. Sch'r Lady Washington, Miller, Baltimore. Sloop Catty Maria, Stover, New-York.
NEWCOME'S Packet will sail for New-York on Sunday next. Sept. 13.
FOR FREIGHT, OR CHARTER,
(To New-York, or Boston,) The good Schooner LIBERTY, HENRY DASKUM, Master:—Burthen 93 tons—For terms, apply to the Master on board at Maclure's Wharf, or to
George Einch. September 13. 144
CASH GIVEN FOR
A FEW SHARES OF STOCK IN THE VIRGINIA BANK, AND FOR SALE, A FEW HUNDRED SHARES IN THE MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY. Apply to the Editor of this paper. September 13. 4
THE BLACKSMITH BUSINESS
Is carried on in the Shop lately occupied by WILLIAM G CAMP & Co. on Loyall's Wharf, by JOSEPH GARDNER & Co. Who will execute any work in the above line, with fidelity and despatch, and at very moderate prices. September 13. 143
To Lease for a term of Years, Several LOTS OF LAND, adjoining the Virginia Bank. MARY AITCHESON. Sept. 11. 141
LANDING,
Out of the Brig Albert, Captain Fraser, from Madeira, 10 Pipes, 20 Hogsheads, 40 Quarter Casks, Branded M. M. c. Of the first Old London Particular Madeira WINE, warranted equal to any imported—For sale by Robert Dickson. September 11. 140
LADIES FASHIONABLE SHOES.
SEVERAL Trunks of Ladies plain and fashionable LACED KID SHOES, and Gentlemen's fashionable London made do. just received by the ship Planter, Captain Boush, and for sale by Gilliat & Mackinder. September 9. 136
Landed from the Ship Susan, Captain Loring, LISBON WINE, In Pipes and Quarter Casks. Oliveira, Fernandes & Co. WHO HAVE JUST RECEIVED A SUPPLY OF PORT WINE, Of very superior quality—in Pipes, Hogsheads, and Quarter Casks, in Casks. September 9. 137
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virginia, August 31, 1803. HIS Britannic Majesty's Consul to the State of Virginia, in consequence of instructions by him received from his government, hereby gives notice, to the merchants concerned in the trade to His Majesty's Dominions, that according to the terms of the Act of the 37th of the King C. 97, no British built vessel captured by His Majesty's enemies, afterwards purchased by citizens of the United States, and sailing under a Sea Letter can be admitted to entry under the said Act, as an American vessel. 114 John Hamilton.
TO RENT OR LEASE, (And possession given immediately,) THAT convenient Dwelling House, formerly occupied by Mr. John Davidson, on Brewer-Street—together with a large Garden, and all convenient out houses. For terms, apply to James Tucker. WHO HAS FOR LEASE, A VALUABLE LOT OF GROUND, On Commerce and Little Water Streets. September 6. 129
NOW LANDING
From on board the Brig Fame, from Havanna, and Schooner Lydia, from Antigua, 170 Hogsheads MOLASSES. 129 do. RUM. For sale by William Pennock. May 27. 716
NOTICE.
CONCERT-HALL,
BOSTON, May, 1805. THE Subscriber respectfully informs his Friends and the Publick, and those Gentlemen of the Southern States who may visit this part of the Continent, during the summer season, that the house known by the name of Concert-Hall, situate in a very central and pleasant part of the town, (corner of Court and Hanover Streets) has been fitted up at a very great expense with the genteel accommodations. Those Gentlemen who may wish for Boarding and Lodging, it is presumed cannot find a more eligible and convenient house, or a more grateful reception than from the present occupant of Concert-Hall, whose assiduity to serve them, shall excel the liberality of their patronage. 765 T. WHITCOMB.
NOTICE.
THE concern of JOHN STRATTON & Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent, all those to whom the concern is indebted, as well as those who are indebted to the concern, will settle their accounts with Geo. Wilson. Geo. Wilson, J. Stratton. August 30. 109
MARTIN FISK,
Has this day landed from the Ship Glory, from Liverpool, AN ELEGANT ASSORTMENT OF CUT GLASS, For family use—such as Decanters, Wine Glasses, & Tumblers, July 5. 795
NOW LANDING,
From on board the Brig Fame, Captain Dugget, from Porto Rico, 23 Tons FUSTICK. 78 Bags, 2 Barrels, } GREEN COFFEE. 34 Hds. 97 Barrels, } SUGARS—1st quality. For Sale by William Pennock. September 9. 138
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And will be published early in the Spring, in one closely printed volume,
THE SPIRIT
OF THE PUBLICK JOURNALS; BEING an impartial selection of the best original Poetry, Essays, &c. and which have appeared in the newspapers of the United States during the year 1803. The Editors of Newspapers who exchange with the Baltimore Evening Post, are requested to give the above advertisement a few insertions in their papers. When published, a copy of the work will be sent to each office. August 28.
HIBBERT'S PORTER AND BROWN STOUT
Just received per the Ship Planter, from London, A QUANTITY OF Hibbert's best bottled Porter & Brown Stout. Apply to ROBERT MAITLAND & CO. August 28. 103
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER,
AT HIS LUMBER YARD ON CALVERT'S WHARF, 700,000 SALE SHINGLES. 50,000 BUILDING do. 50,000 STAVES—White and Red Oak. 10,000 CYPRESS PALES. 5,000 CEDAR and CHINQUEPIN POSTS. Also—shall keep a supply of PLANK and SCANTLING. Thomas H. Parker. August 19. 77
I HAVE RECEIVED,
Per the Sch'r. Concord, Capt. Rogers, from Bristol, 100 Casks NAILS—assorted, and 9 do. WEEDING HOES. Which will be sold low for cash, or good paper. R. Gibson.
ON HAND,
A quantity of SPIKES—assorted. WINDOW GLASS, 8 by 10, 11 by 9, 12 by 10, 14 by 12. FIG BLUE, in boxes. 50 Kgs WHITE LEAD. 50 Pipes Old L. P. MADEIRA WINE. 50 do. HOLLAND GIN. 50 Punchs. ANTIGUA & GRENADA RUM. 5 Pipes FRENCH BRANDY. 20 Barrels N. E. RUM. A few tiers Brown SUGAR, super. qua. 400 Sacks SALT. A quantity of CRATES—Earthen Ware well assorted. 300 Barrels BEEF. 50 do. PORK. 50 do. NAVY BREAD. 34 Hogsheads RICHMOND TOBACCO. 20 do. YORK RIVER do. September 6. 130
VALUABLE LAND FOR SALE.
THE Subscriber, intending to leave this State, wishes to dispose of the Land he at present resides on. It is a tract of EIGHT HUNDRED ACRES, beautifully situated upon Cape Charles; having the Atlantic upon one side, and the Chesapeake upon another. There is upon it a good FISHERY as any in Virginia. There are interspersed throughout the plantation, a number of SALT SPRINGS, so strongly impregnated with salt as to bear a new-laid egg. Oysters, Cockles, and Fish of all kinds may be obtained from the waters immediately at the door. The land is very productive, esteemed annually good for 500 barrels Indian Corn, and 2000 bushels of Oats, and is now in capital order. The Fishery alone has yielded, in one spring, upwards of 700L. In short there are but very few Plantations offered for Sale, which unite so many advantages; and nothing but a desire to pursue his professional business could induce the present proprietor to sell it. Should it not be sold before the Fall, it will be leased for a term of years. Conditions will be made known on application to Thomas V. Custis. On the Premises. May 3. 648
LANDS FOR SALE.
950 acres lying near Dragon Bridge, in King and Queen county. This tract will be disposed of altogether, or divided into lots of 2 or 300 acres to suit purchasers.
Also—400 acres in the county of Gloucester, near the mouth of York River, in the neighbourhood of Mr. William Jones, and Mr. Thomas Fan, and distant about eight or nine miles from the court house.
Also—1100 acres in Middlesex county, lying on the Pianketank River, which affords the greatest abundance of Fish, Crabs, and Oysters, of superior quality. On this tract (generally called Barn Elms) there is a commodious dwelling house, with all the necessary out-houses, for the convenience of a large family.
As it is presumed that no person will be disposed to purchase without first seeing the lands, it is deemed unnecessary here to give a description of them, or the terms on which they will be sold. The subscriber may be consulted on the business any time after the tenth of October next, at Barn Elms, and will attend on the premises on the first of November, to meet any person disposed to purchase. Carter B. Berkeley. August 5. 41
TO RENT,
THE Warehouses at present occupied by James Heron on my wharf, capable of storing 4,000 barrels flour, and free from danger of high tides—Possession may be had of them on the first of September next; if agreeable, the Wharf may be had with them.
Also, for Lease, for a term of Years, The Wharf adjoining mine, newly repaired, 56 1-2 feet in front, running back from 2 to 250 feet, with sufficient well made ground for the erection of warehouses—at the end of the wharf, there is water for any ship, with a convenient Lumber Yard. For terms apply to John Davis. Portsmouth, July 29. 2aw tf 25
A SINGLE MAN,
Who writes a fair hand, and understands the French language well, will meet with an eligible situation by applying at the Office of the Publick Ledger. July 26. 19

DEPARTMENT OF MISCELLANY.
THE ADMIRED SONG, "THE BEAUTIFUL MAID."
When absent from her my soul holds most dear, What medley of passion invade; In this bosom what anguish, what hope & what fear, I endure for my Beautiful Maid.
Internal convulsions in the Turkish Empire.
The vast empire of the Ottomans, extending from the Black Sea to the Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf, from the Nile to the Danube, before which, at the commencement of the last century, the capital of the Roman empire and of Germany trembled, had in the year 1805, sunk into such imbecility as to be incapable of quelling those insurrections and internal commotions which convulsed most of its provinces.
The disturbances occasioned by the insurgents in Servia had already continued two years and the Divan had not yet succeeded in reducing them to obedience. On the return of their deputation from Constantinople, without any satisfactory answer, their leader, Czerny George, summoned all who were capable of bearing arms to assemble en masse for the defence of their country, and the maintenance of those rights for which they were contending.
While measures were taken to quell the disturbances in the island of Cyprus, Kadri Aga, a chief of Banditti, revolted in Romania, struck terror to the very gates of Selim's metropolis, and shook the foundation of his throne.
The sect of Wahabis in Arabia, whose present leader is called Saadi Idu Abdelaziz, which the Porte had looked upon as conquered, still continues to have a great many adherents, who, after the last battle on the Tigris, between them and the Pacha of Belgrade, had assembled on the frontiers of Irak and Oman.
Egypt, which the Creator seemed to have destined for the favoured abode of man, still remains involved in misery, and desolated by war, through the barbarity of its rulers, and the discord of parties. Another important battle has been fought between the Mamelukes and Turks, in which the former were victorious, and even summoned the governor of Egypt, Hourschid Pacha, to surrender Cairo; a requisition, with which, however, according to the latest accounts, he has not complied.
Thus the Turkish empire is convulsed by undisciplined hordes on the Danube and the Tigris, on the Nile and the Dardanelles; and is not in a situation to contend with advantage with these disturbers of its peace. The fairest provinces, distinguished for the mildness of their climate, and the fertility of their soil, are thus desolated by insurrection and slavery, cruelty and oppression. The Turkish government is, indeed, engaged in the improvement of two of its departments, without which a state can never act with energy. Its whole attention was devoted to the better regulation of the finances, and the new organization of its land and sea forces; but, according to all appearance, it will be difficult to realize the plans projected for that purpose; for, in some of the towns the inhabitants have refused to receive regular troops, as a consequence of the new organization, and the government, fearing fresh insurrections, had the pusillanimity to desist.
The negotiations between the French and the Ottoman government, relative to the recognition of the French emperor, continued under the mediation of a great German power, and it is not improbable that the Porte will again be more intimately connected with a nation whose sovereigns once inspired all the measures of the Divan.
FOR SALE, THE REMAINDER OF THE CARGO OF THE BRIG NANCY.
From the Cape of Good Hope, consisting of the following articles, VIZ— 100 Casks CAPE WINE. 13 do. CONSTANTIA do. 1 do. STEEN do. 5 do. MUSCAT do. 19 do. TAMARINDS. 4 do. BRANDY. 44 do. ALOES.
FOR SALE—BY THE SUBSCRIBER,
75 Puncheons Winward Island RUM. 6 do. 4th proof Old Jamaica do. 5 do. New-England do. 30 Pipes Best Holland GIN. 3 Hogsheads and 24 Barrels Country do. 8 Pipes 4th proof Cognac BRANDY. 11 do. do. Alicante do. 10 Quarter Casks Sherry WINE. 17 Pipes Fine Old Sicily do. 70 Crates well assorted EARTHEN WARE. 2 Hogsheads do. assorted for family use. 12 Casks GLASS WARE—well assorted. 200 Sacks LIVERPOOL SALT—Also, 70 Hhds. Richmond and Petersburg TOBACCO. 35 do. Lowland do. 104 Barrels Superfine, 90 do. Fine, 27 do. SHIP STUFF.
A. Maclure. August 7. tf 48
NOTICE.
THE PARTNERSHIP OF SAMUEL SAUNDERS & Co. Is this day dissolved by mutual consent, and those who have accounts with the said firm, will please come forward for immediate settlement to SAMUEL SAUNDERS, who is duly authorized by the concern to adjust the same.
Samuel Saunders. P. Henop. N. B. The business in future, will be carried on by SAMUEL SAUNDERS, AND ROBERT C. JENNINGS, AND CO. under the firm of SAMUEL SAUNDERS & Co. July 12. tf 814
LOST ON MONDAY LAST, A NOTE of Mr. William Pennock, in favour of Captain W. J. Richardson, payable at the United States Bank, for Eight Hundred Dollars, at 60 days, and dated 25th July. As payment is stopped, it cannot be of service to any person, if found I should be obliged by its being returned. Edward Roberts. August 14. tf 73
NOW LANDING ON NEWTON'S WHARF, From on board the Brig Brothers, Capt. Davis, from Jamaica, 124 Hogsheads, 11 Barrels, PRIME JAMAICA SUGARS. For sale by William Pennock. August 2. tf 37
LANDING AT COMMERCE-STREET WHARF, FROM ERIC MILTON, 27 Puncheons High Proof Jamaica RUM. 7 do. MOLASSES. A few Puncheons choice Windward Island RUM. For sale by Redmon & Frith. August 7. tf 52
TAKEN from along side the Brig Milton, on the night of the 25th instant, a CLINKER BUILT YAWL, about twelve feet long, yellow bottom and painted green inside—Milton of Suffolk, marked on her stern. A liberal reward will be given to any person who will give information of her, so that I get her again. Tudor Frith. August 28. tf 104
CHOICE FLOUR OF NEW WHEAT, From Mayo's Mills—for Family use. 300 Whole and 300 Half Barrels. For sale by Moses Myers. August 12. tf 66
LANDING, From the British Brig Jane, Capt. Litton, on Town Point, 20 Hogsheads, 38 Tierces, 63 Barrels, ANTIGUA SUGAR. And from the Bellona, 60 Hogsheads, 18 Tierces, BARBADOS SUGAR. Samples may be seen at Cam bell & Wheeler's Warehouse, and terms known by Robert Dickson. August 28. 2w 96
250 Barrels Superfine, 250 do. Fine, 100 do. X Middlings, 150 do. do. 50 do. Ship, 90 do. Navy, 10 Quarter Casks Sherry WINE. For Sale by JAMES MAURICE & CO. April 12. tf 569
TO RENT, Two Rooms adjoining the Office of the Publick Ledger. Apply at this office. July 26.
THE SUBSCRIBER, GIVES NOTICE, THAT he has conveyed his Estate in Trust, for the benefit of his creditors, to James Thorburn, Martin Fisk, and James Maurice. Francis S. Taylor. August 28. 3w 100
DESERTION. DESERTED from this Garrison on Monday the 19th instant, WILLIAM G. THOMPSON, a private in my Company of Artillerists. He is 32 years old, 5 feet 7 1-2 inches high, dark hair and complexion, born in Lancaster county, Pennsylvania. Ten Dollars will be given as a reward on his delivery at this post. J. Saunders, Captain U. S. Artillery Commanding. Fort Nelson, August 30. tf 108
LANDING THIS DAY ON OUR WHARF, From on board the Martha & Mary, from Grenada, 86 Puncheons RUM. 20 Hogsheads MOLASSES. 1 Puncheon SHRUB. 1 Barrel LIME JUICE. And from on board the British Brig Brothers, from Kingston, 40,000 lbs. Prime Jamaica COFFEE. IN STORE. 50,000 lbs. Prime Jamaica COFFEE. 36,000 lbs. Porto Rico do. 20 Barrels Baltimore LOAF SUGAR. 150 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. 50 Hogsheads Petersburg TOBACCO. 20 Puncheons Grenada RUM. 20 Barrels PRIME PORK. 25 Bales Upland COTTON. All of which we will dispose of on moderate terms. C. & F. Whittle. August 2. tf 33
THIS DAY LANDING, From on board the Schooner Eagle, Captain Cross, from Bourdeaux, 160 Casks CLARET. 981 Casks assorted do. 65 do. do. White do. 80 Baskets SWEET OIL. 2 Trunks and 3 Cases Ladies' and Men's SHOES. 8 Cases Mens' and Children's Silk and Beaver HATS, assorted. DEMJOHNS, ALMONDS, NUTS, &c. &c. For sale on liberal terms, by John & James Galwey, Commerce-Street Wharf. WHO HAVE ON HAND, 75 Boxes White & Brown Havanna SUGAR. September 6. tf 128
NORFOLK BOROUGH:
At a Quarterly Session Court, continued and held the 30th day of August, 1805.
Alexander Maclure, John Robinson, and Daniel R. Waddy, trading under the firm of Daniel R. Waddy & Co. Again, Gilbert Robinson, and James Brown, Merchants, trading as partners under the firm of Robertson & Brown, and Robert Dickson, Administrator of Henry Cavan.
THE Defendants Robertson and Brown, 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 this Court, that they are not inhabitants of this Commonwealth: On the motion of the Complainant by their Counsel, it is ordered, that the said Defendants Robertson and Brown, do appear here on the fourth Monday in November 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 Courthouse of the said Borough: And it is further ordered, That the Defendant Robert Dickson, Administrator of Henry Cavan, deceased, who hath effects of the said Robertson and Brown, in his 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,) 127 WILLIAM SHARP, C. N. B. C.
NORFOLK BOROUGH. At a Quarterly Session Court continued and held the 30th day of August, 1805.
William Pennock, Compt. Against Jean de St. Maria, Robert Law, and Theo. Laurence, and Theo. Amitead, Defs. In Chancery.
The defendant Jean de St. Maria, 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 defendant Jean de St. Maria, do appear here on the fourth Monday in November 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 the said Borough—and it is further ordered, that the defendants Robert Laurence, and Theo. Amitead, who have effects of the said Jean de St. Maria, 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) 126 Teste, WM. SHARP, C. N. B. C.
WANTED, ROUGH WHITE OAK HOGSHEAD STAVES, of the best quality, for which cash will be given. Robert Maitland & Co. August 19. 3w 83
TO RENT, And possession given the first of September, A LARGE and commodious three story Brick House, in Church-Street, at present occupied by Mr. Henop, the first floor is completely fitted for a Store and Counting Room, and the upper part well calculated for the residence of a genteel family, with two kitchens, all other necessary out houses, and a paved yard. For terms apply to William Plume & Co. August 19. tf 86
LANDING At the Subscriber's Wharf, from on board the Ship Ann, 200 Gross BOTTLES. 35 Boxes WINDOW GLASS. 3000 Bushels COALS. For sale by A. Maclure. September 4. tf 122
THE SUBSCRIBERS, TRUSTEES OF THE ESTATE OF FRANCIS S. TAYLOR, HEREBY GIVE NOTICE, THAT the management of the affairs of that estate is confided to Robert B. Taylor, to whom persons in debt are desired to make payment, and those who have claims to make them known. JAMES THORBURN, MARTIN FISK, JAMES MAURICE. August 28. 3w 101
FOR SALE, At Reduced Prices for Cash, or approved Sixty Day Paper, 23 Puncheons Antigua, 31 do. Grenada, 10 do. Country, 8 Casks HOLLAND GIN. 10 Pipes do. do. 2 do. FRENCH BRANDY. 4 Casks CLARET. 28 Hogsheads, 13 Tierces, 150 Bags GREEN COFFEE. 20 Barrels LOAF SUGAR. 2 Quarter Casks SHERRY WINE. 4 do. do. MADEIRA do. 140 Pieces RUSSIA SHEETING. 70 do. 4-4 IRISH LINEN. 3 Trunks CALLICOES. ALSO, A Handsome London Made PHETON, With Plated Harness. William B. Lamb. September 2. 6 117
FALL GOODS, Just received from London, per Planter, Capt. Boush. J. & W. Southgate. September 2. 2w 115
Office of Discount and Deposit of the Bank of the United States, September 2, 1805. WANTED TO PURCHASE, A FEW THOUSAND POUNDS STERLING OF Approved endorsed 60 day Bills on London. ROBERT OLIPHANT, Cashier. 116
NEW FLOUR, Of a very superior quality, in Half Barrels, made purposely for family use—For sale by J. & W. Southgate. September 2. 2w 118
300 Barrels INDIAN CORN, Deliverable at short notice—for sale by James Maurice & Co. July 29. tf 24
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
REMOVAL. JAMES TUCKER, Has removed to No. 1, HOLZ'S LANE, near MAIN-STREET, WHERE HE OFFERS FOR SALE, ON REASONABLE TERMS, HIS STOCK IN TRADE, CONSISTING OF A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE, NAILS, &c. May 8. tf 659
WANTED IMMEDIATELY,
Rough White Oak Hhd: and Bbl. STAVES, AND A FEW TONS SASSAPRAS ROOT. Apply to Moses Myers. August 23. 3w 91
THE SUBSCRIBER HAS RECEIVED BY THE BRIG KESSEY, FROM HAVANNA, 120 Tons Campêche LUG WOOD, of the 1st quality. 70 Tons of MAHOGANY. 100 Boxes White and Brown SUGAR. 36 Hogsheads MOLASSES. ALSO—IF HAD, 66 Pipes, 40 Hogsheads, 25 Quarter Casks, 3 Pipes VINEGAR, 40 Barrels WANUTS, 8 Hhds. 60 Bds. 12 Hogsheads St. Martin's SUGAR. A few Logs St. Domingo MAHOGANY. The whole of which will be sold on very moderate terms, for approved paper. Edward Roberts. August 21. tf 87
COW-POX.
THOSE persons who wish to avoid catching the Small-Pox which now exists in this Borough, are informed that the subscriber has again succeeded in introducing the Vaccine Infection, and that he now has several arms it to inoculate from. ** He has returned to his old shop at the lower end of the new market. George Balfour. An APPRENTICE wanted. Nov. 16. tf 326
FOR SALE, 12 Puncheons ANTIGUA RUM. 13 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, a tiny last winters flock, equal to any imported. Joseph Hayes. August 24. tf
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. Blunt's American Coast Pilot. Also for Sale, Bell-Mettle Skillets of Superior Quality. Carriage Wheel Boxes, Bunches, and Solid Brass Sheever—Assorted. Hoop and Baltimore Bar-Iron—Assorted. All kinds of Mathematical Instruments Repaired, as usual. April 26. tf 628
300 Barrels Superfine FLOUR, For sale by James Maurice & Co. September 2. tf 119
NOW LANDING, From on board the Ship Marcello, Capt. Langhorne, 50 Hogsheads Havanna MOLASSES. And from on board the Schooner Hope, Captain Sprague, 70 Hogsheads Jamaica RUM. For sale by William Pennock. August 14. 3w 70
TO RENT, (And possession given the 1st day of October,) TWO VERY CONVENIENT WAREHOUSES, at present occupied by Mr. J. Pennock. For terms, apply to Robert Gibson. September 6. tf 134
BUENOS AIRES HIDES, Now landing from on board the Ship Nancy, Capt. Laurence, from Rio de la Plata. For sale by William Pennock. September 4. tf 123
IRISH LINEN. TWELVE BOXES BROWN LINEN, For sale at my Office. William B. Lamb. September 4. 6 124
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 skillful 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:
Table with 4 columns: Nail Size, Price per lb, Nail Size, Price per lb. Rows include: 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 303
I intend to leave this State for some time. John Davidson. August 19. tf 80
NORFOLK: PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, OPPOSITE THE EXCHANGE COFFEE HOUSE. Price Five Dollars and Fifty Cents yearly, in advance.