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Remarks from the Paris Moniteur, on the British Answer to the Russian Declaration.
PARIS, January 7.
The Moniteur of this day contains a translation of the English declaration, in answer to that of the emperor of Russia with a marginal commentary.
On the following passage in the second paragraph of the declaration,
"His majesty was not unaware of the nature of those engagements which had been imposed upon Russia in the conferences of Tilsit." (1.)
(1.) We are authorised to declare, that no secret engagement was formed during the conferences at Tilsit, of which England could complain, and which concerned her in any way. Why does not the cabinet of London make known those secret engagements which are contrary to the interests of England, if it be acquainted with them? Its Manifesto would in that case be unnecessary; and the mere communication of those secret articles would justify its conduct in the eyes of Europe, and redouble the zeal and energy of every English citizen. But it is the custom of this government to set out with falsehood, in order to authorise its acts of injustice, and in the endeavour to vindicate those vexations which it causes all the nations of the world to suffer alike. When it was deemed advisable not to execute that article or the Treaty of Amiens which required the evacuation of Malta, the king was made to declare, in a message to parliament, that all the French ports were filled with vessels ready to effectuate a descent upon England, and all Europe knows whether there was then the least armament in the ports of France. When that cabinet resolved to seize a few millions of piasters which four Spanish frigates were bringing from the continent of America, it told a lie equally gross, in order to justify the most scandalous aggression. When, finally, it wished to excuse the inexcusable expedition against Copenhagen, it had recourse to suppositions whose falsehood is evident to all Europe.
But if the formal denial of Russia and France—if the experience, so often renewed, of the falsehood of English assertions—if the challenge which is given to publish any secret article of the Treaty of Tilsit, which should be contrary to the interests of England, are not sufficient to convince every impartial man; a very few reflections will prove that England does not believe those secret engagements formed by Russia against her.
If, in fact, the cabinet of London did believe in the existence of such engagements between France and Russia, why did it not, at the very instant it made that discovery which induced it to attack Copenhagen, assail the Russian squadron in the Mediterranean, instead of permitting it to clear the Straits of Gibraltar? Why did three Russian vessels, which were coming from the North Sea, pass through the English squadron which was blockading at Copenhagen? Why, if secret stipulations had been made at Tilsit to the disadvantage of England, did the cabinet of London have recourse to the mediation of Russia, in order to conciliate its differences with Denmark? Let these ministers be at least consistent with themselves, and let them not assert, a few pages lower, these very words—“But until the Russian declaration was published (that is until November), his majesty had no reason to suspect that any opinions which the emperor of Russia might entertain of the transactions at Copenhagen, could be such as to preclude his imperial majesty from undertaking, at the request of Great Britain, that same office of mediator.” Thus the English have recourse to the mediation of Russia, in order to come to an arrangement with Denmark, more than three months after the Treaty of Tilsit; and they pretend, as we shall see still farther down, that they undertook the expedition against Denmark, only to “oppose the arrangements at Tilsit, and to defeat one of the objects of those arrangements.” They seized Danish vessels, on account of arrangements which the emperor of Russia had made at Tilsit; they permitted the vessels of the emperor of Russia to pass freely; they were at peace with Russia, for they had recourse to her mediation; it is hence not true that they then believed that Russia had formed arrangements against them; it is hence not true, that they now believe in the existence of those arrangements. How is this unhappy nation fallen! by what miserable councils are her affairs directed! Her ministers, in framing a manifesto of a few pages have not good sense and reflection enough to avoid contradictions thus gross.
“But his majesty had entertained the hope, that a review of the transactions of that unfortunate negotiation, and a just estimate of its effects upon the glory of the Russian name, and upon the interests of the Russian empire, would have induced his imperial majesty to extricate himself from the embarrassment of those new counsels and connections, which he had adopted in a moment of despondency and alarm; and to return to a policy more congenial to the principles which he has so invariably professed, and more conducive to the honour of his crown, and to the prosperity of his dominions.” (2)
(2) The good faith of the cabinet of London shines forth here in all its brightness! It is hoped that the emperor of Russia, having formed engagements opposed to England, would fail in keeping them almost immediately. Doubtless the English government judges according to its own feelings. It reveals its secret to all the world. The treaties which it signs are made only for the occasion ( sort des actes éventuels ); the obligations it contracts are but simulated engagements, which it violates or keeps according to its caprice or interest. We repeat it; the emperor of Russia signed nothing at Tilsit which was contrary to the interest of England; but if he had done so, his character, his loyalty, did not authorise England to think that he would have at once violated his engagements. We
shall not lay any stress upon the tone of all this paragraph, in which Russia is represented as “yielding in a moment of despondency and alarm.” The Russians will answer it better than ourselves. We will only observe the difference which subsists between the declaration of Russia and the answer of England. We find in the first, the noble language of a prince who respects supreme rank, and the dignity of nations, and who, if he speaks of facts shameful to a state, does it only because he is compelled to unfold the reasons of his complaint. We see, on the contrary, in the answer of England, the gross insolence of an oligarchic club, which respects nothing, which seeks to humiliate by its expressions, and which, for want of good reasons, has recourse to calumnious imputations and insulting sarcasms.
“His majesty had much cause for suspicion, and just ground of complaint. But he abstained from the language of reproach. His majesty deemed it necessary to require specific explanations with respect to those arrangements with France, the concealment of which from his majesty could not but confirm the impression already received of their character and tendency. But his majesty, nevertheless, directed the demand of that explanation to be made, not only without asperity, or the indication of any hostile disposition, but with that considerate regard to the feelings and situation of the emperor of Russia, which resulted from the recollection of former friendship, and from confidence interrupted, but not destroyed.” (3)
(3) Two great nations, equal in power and courage, were shedding torrents of their purest blood for the sole interest of the oppressors of the seas. These calamities touched the two sovereigns: they were desirous to put an end to them; and the emperor of Russia, though animated by so powerful a motive, was desirous that England should be sensible of the effects of his ancient attachment, and required that France should accept his mediation; a condition which the generosity of the emperor of Russia rendered less unpleasant ( moins pénible ) to the emperor of the French. Still it might well be so, since the mediation he was called upon to accept was that of a prince so recently reconciled to France, and this mediation being so proposed, and so admitted, England, instead of accepting it with eagerness, answered so great generosity by insulting distrust. She required that the secret articles of the Treaty of Tilsit, which concerned her, should be communicated to her. She was answered that there were no secret articles which concerned her; and doubtless, in order to dissipate so odious a suspicion, the emperor of Russia, who was always earnest to leave the door open for negotiation between France and England, ought to have expressly fabricated such articles. He had no right to expect that such generous cares should be so ill rewarded. In truth, it is hard to carry further the forgetfulness of all decency, all feeling, and all reason.
“His majesty willingly does justice to the motives which originally engaged Russia in the great struggle against France. His majesty avows with equal readiness the interest which Great Britain has uniformly taken in the fates and fortunes of the powers of the continent. But it would surely be difficult to prove that Great Britain, who was herself in a state of hostility with Prussia, when the war broke out between Prussia and France, had an interest and a duty more direct in espousing the Prussian quarrel, than the emperor of Russia; the ally of his Prussian majesty, the protector of the North of Europe, and the guarantee of the Germanic constitution.” (4)
(4) The Ministers of London have, indeed, a strange lack of memory. If they wished to persuade Europe that they were not in connexion with Russia when the war broke out between France and Prussia, they ought to efface from the memory of every one, and withdraw from all the publick documents, the pieces which they published on the events of 1805. Those pieces, published by England, have made known that the Cabinet of London, in order to turn aside the tempest which was gathering at Boulogne, formed a treaty with Russia and Austria. It was contrary to the opinion of Prince Charles, and all men of intelligence, that an Austrian army precipitated itself upon the Iller. The faction which the English government had then at Vienna, did not examine whether it suited the powers of the coalition to wait till the Russian troops were united to those of Austria. This delay of three months was alarming to England; the long nights of autumn threatened her with too great danger, and Cobentzel sent the note which determined for war, at the very moment when the army of Boulogne was embarked; and the destiny of Mack was decided at Ulm, while the Russians were still in Poland. While England can be answered by facts thus publick, how should she deny that it is for her, and her alone that Austria and Russia have made war? Austria did not delay concluding peace; Russia remained at war with France. Afterwards, a Russian Plenipotentiary signed a treaty of peace at Paris. Russia did not ratify it; for the sole reason, that having, in conjunction with you, made war, it was in concert with you that she wished to make peace. Thus, after having made war for England, it was still for her sake that Russia continued the war. It was not for Prussia, for Russia owed nothing to that power, because Prussia, after having signed at Berlin a treaty of co-operation, caused it to be almost immediately disavowed at Vienna, separated herself from her allies, & concluded apart her arrangements with France. The possession of Hanover, so desired by Prussia, was not only not intended by Russia, but even against her interests and her will. It is further an historic truth, that Prussia was induced to take up arms on the report of the treaty of peace signed at Paris by M. D'Oubril, and in consequence
of assurances given by the Marquis de Lucchesini, that by a secret article of that treaty Poland had been ceded to the Grand Duke Constantine. This inconceivable cabinet of Berlin, after having deceived the whole world, was at length caught in her own toils. It is hence true, that when Prussia took up arms in 1806, it was at the same time against France and against Russia; it is not less true, that after the battle of Jena had already destroyed the Prussian army, and the French were already at Berlin and on the Oder, there was still no treaty between Prussia and Russia. Russia was obliged to march to the Vistula, on account of the war in which she was involved with France since 1805, and in order to defend herself. This confounding of the most recent events, this ignorance of the occurrences of our own times, is worthy of the present ministers of England. Their whole conduct, finally, unfolds the selfishness and michiavelism of this cabinet.
“It is not in a publick declaration that his majesty can discuss the policy of having, at any particular period of the war, effected, or omitted to effect, disembarkations of troops on the coasts of Naples. But the instance of the war with the Porte is still more singularly chosen to illustrate the charge against Great Britain, of indifference to the interests of her ally; a war undertaken by Great Britain at the instigation of Russia, and solely for the purpose of maintaining Russian interests against the influence of France.” (5.)
(5.) Therefore the emperor of Russia has no right to complain that the cabinet of London should employ the forces of Britain for the sole profit of England, while he himself was actually engaged with the French army. If the English squadron, which forced the Dardanelles, had chosen to unite with the Russian squadron; it had taken on board the 10,000 men which were sent to Egypt, and united them to the 12,000 Russians at Corfu, the attack upon Constantinople would have been an effectual diversion for Russia. The conduct of England was in a spirit totally opposite to this: after having sustained an indelible disgrace before Constantinople, she made an expedition to Egypt, which did not deprive the grand vizier of a single man, and which had nothing in common with the quarrel in which she had engaged Russia.
Therefore the emperor of Russia is to ascribe the whole blame to himself, since he would not wait for the succours which England was disposed to grant him. But these succours ought to have been sent while Dantzick was yet in the possession of Kalkreuth. If to the 12,000 men which laid down their arms and capitulated in the streets of Buenos Ayres, England had joined the 15,000 men which have set Copenhagen in flames, these forces would not, it is true, have afforded a triumph to the arms of Britain—France was in an attitude of defence: she respected England enough to expect greater efforts—but Russia would not have been able to complain. It was of little moment to the cabinet of London, that two nations of the continent were massacring each other on the Vistula; the treasures of MonteVIDEO and Buenos Ayres excited her cupidity, and Dantzick received no succours.
His majesty, as his ministers affirm, made the greatest efforts to fulfil the expectation of his ally.—And what have been the effects of these great efforts? The arrival of 6,000 Hanoverians at the Isle of Rugen in the month of July; that is, a month after the contest had been terminated. Was it not evident that so wretched an expedition was conceived for no other purpose than to occupy Hanover, in case the Russian army had been victorious? Is it not evident that it arrived at Rugen only for English objects? Is it not evident, that if the French army had been victorious, the aid of 6000 men would have produced no effect? Is it not evident, that by the month of July the French army must have been either victorious or beaten? Is it not evident, that the 20,000 Spaniards, and the 40,000 Frenchmen from the army of Italy, (of which a part had been placed at the disposition of France, by the security given her through the expeditions to Egypt and Buenos Ayres) joined to the 24,000 Dutch troops who were at Hamburg, would, by the month of July, form an army more than sufficient to render futile all the efforts of England?
It was not, therefore, in the month of July that succours ought to have been sent; it was in April. But the Hanoverian legion was not then formed; and till the ministers had it in their power to set in motion this mass of foreign deserters, they had only national troops at their disposal, and we will state why they did not chose to employ these. The 15000 men of Buenos Ayres, joined to the 15,000 British militia, might have furnished in the month of April, an army of 30,000 English. That, however, did not suit the cabinet of London: the blood of the continent alone must flow for the defence of England. Whoever reads attentively the debates of parliament, will find there the development of this policy, and it is this policy alone which Russia justly complains of. She had a right to see 40,000 English land, in the month of April, at Dantzick or at Stralsund. Has England done so? no. Was she able to do it? If she answers in the negative, she is then a very weak and miserable nation, and has little title to make so great demands upon her allies. But what was wanting in the ministers was inclination; they wish only for piratical operations; they calculate the results of war at so much per cent; they think only of profit; and the fields of Poland presented nothing but danger and glory. If England had at last taken part in some battles, English blood must have been spilled; the people of Great-Britain, upon learning the sacrifices which was required, would have wished for peace; the mourning of fathers, the mothers weeping for their children fallen in the field of honour, might have produced, even in the hearts of those ministers, the
same sentiments which a long war has inspired in the French, the Russians, and the Austrians. The British cabinet, in its turn, could not prevent itself from feeling a horror at perpetual war, or else the men of blood who compose it would be execrated by the people. The land war is not like a war by sea: the strongest fleet does not require more than fifteen thousand men, abundantly supplied with provisions, and having no privations to suffer. The greatest sea fight is not equal to a skirmish at land, and cost but little blood or tears. France, Austria, and Russia, employ in war armies of 400,000 men, who are exposed to all sorts of dangers, and who are daily fighting. The desire of peace arises even in the bosom of victory; and in sovereigns, the fathers of their subjects, it finds a place among the dearest sentiments of their hearts. Of all the forms of government, oligarchy is the most severe; even that, however, is inclined to peace, when war costs so many victims. The system which influences England not to support her allies is the consequence of her selfishness, and the effect of the barbarous maxim of perpetual war. The English people do not revolt at this idea, because care is taken to remove from them the sacrifices of war. It is thus that, during four coalitions, we have seen England laugh at the sight of the misfortunes of the continent, feed its commerce with human blood, and make a sport of the scenes of carnage in which they took no share. She will partake again of the esteem of Europe—she will be worthy of having allies, when she shall present herself in the front of the band with 80,000 men: then, whatever might be the event, she would not wish for a perpetual war: her people would not submit to the caprices of an inordinate ambition: her allies would not be her victims. It is in fighting with one another, that the Russians, the Austrians, and the French have learned to esteem each other; it is in fighting that they have made hostile and cruel passions yield to the desire of peace. England has acquired her superiority on the seas by treachery, at Toulon, and in La Vendée. To the convulsions which she has stirred up, she has only opposed a few ships of the line, and some thousands of men. She has neither experienced the want of peace, nor the bloody losses of war. But it is natural that the continent should wish for peace, and that the continental powers should hold the policy of England in horror.
“The vexation of Russian commerce by Great-Britain is, in truth, little more than an imaginary grievance. Upon a diligent examination, made by his majesty's command, of the records of the British court of admiralty, there has been discovered only a solitary instance in the course of the present war, of the condemnation of a vessel really Russian; a vessel which had carried naval stores to a port of the common enemy. There are but few instances of Russian vessels detained, and none in which justice has been refused to a party regularly complaining of such detention. It is therefore matter of surprise as well as of concern to his majesty, that the emperor of Russia should have condescended to bring forward a complaint which, as it cannot be seriously felt by those in whose behalf it is urged, might appear to be intended to countenance those exaggerated declarations, by which France perseveringly endeavours to inflame the jealousy of other countries, and to justify her own inveterate animosity against Great-Britain.” (6)
(6) It is true that the admiralty court has only condemned one Russian ship, but this argument is not less fallacious: more than one hundred Russian ships have been obliged to change the course of their voyage, have been subject to odious searches, and been detained in England. Since the manifesto of the cabinet of London, more than twelve of those ships which were detained at the time that the Russians fought for the cause of England have been already condemned. It is not then to the admiralty court that application ought to have been made to verify the occasions of Russia's complaints. It is the registers of the cruizers at sea, and of the commanders of the ports, which ought to have been consulted. It is a strange manner of proving that one has done no wrong to seek the proofs of those wrongs where they do not exist.
“His majesty did not refuse the mediation of the emperor of Russia: although the offer of it was accompanied by circumstances of concealment which might well have justified his refusal. The articles of the treaty of Tilsit were not communicated to his majesty; and specifically that article of the treaty, in virtue of which the mediation was proposed; and which prescribed a limited time for the return to his majesty's answer to that proposal. And his majesty was thus led into an apparent compliance with a limitation so offensive to the dignity of an independent sovereign. The answer so returned by his majesty was not a refusal: it was a conditional acceptance. The conditions required by his majesty were—a statement of the basis upon which the enemy was disposed to treat, and a communication of the articles of the peace of Tilsit. The first of these conditions, was precisely the same which the Emperor of Russia had himself annexed, not four months before, to his own acceptance of the proposed mediation of the emperor of Austria. The second was one which his majesty would have had a right to require even as the ally of his Imperial majesty; but which it would have been highly imprudent to omit, when he was invited to confide to his imperial majesty the care of his honour and of his interests.” (7)
(7) Sophistry and hypocrisy add to the sentiments of disgust which is felt at reading such absurdities. However horrible the principle of perpetual war may be, it would be less shameful to avow it; there is a sort of greatness in boldly proclaiming crimes. England says, that she has not refused the mediation offered by the emperor of Russia; and yet two

Very sorry that her note appeared in answer to that letter, her troops entered Copenhagen, declaring, in this manner, war, not only against Russia, but against Austria and the whole of the continent.—Her answer to the cabinet of St. Petersburg was read by the light of the conflagration of Copenhagen. And what was that answer? That England wished to know the basis of the negotiation.—How wretched a shift, when the question involved such important interests! Lord Yarmouth and Lord Lauderdale knew those bases; let it be asked of them, whether they believe France wished for peace. The most desirable basis was disclosed in the notes of Russia, since she offered her mediation for a just and honourable peace . England demanded a guarantee, and the emperor of Russia demanded his. Was there on earth a guarantee more powerful and more august? As to the communication of the secret articles concerning you, what right had you to ask for them, since none such existed? what was your real intention? To refuse the mediation. You have refused it; and the hand which signed the refusal was then reeking with the blood of Danes, the dearest and oldest of the allies of Russia. (To be continued.)
Late Foreign Intelligence
From Papers received at the Office of the Publick Ledger.
LONDON, January 28.
General Whitelocke's trial began to day, and occupies the publick attention very much. The court was not so crowded, however, as might have been expected. All the witnesses against the General are wounded officers, and they exhibit an afflicting spectacle as the parade the avenues of Chelsea college.
General Whitelocke looks very ill—he is ten stones lighter than he was when he set out for South America. After the charges, &c. were read, he requested the court to dispense with the usual practice, and allow his quarter master and adjutant general to be present, and assist him in his defence. This was granted, and seemed to give him much pleasure—his lips quivered, and a momentary redness came into his cheeks. There is something very remarkable about his eye brows. These officers are the principal evidences against him.
The judge advocate general then began his charge; it was very brilliant, and lasted half an hour. The rest of the day was occupied in reading the instructions given Whitelocke on his setting out, &c.—General Gower was examined for half an hour.
The court of king's bench was occupied all day in hearing counsel for Picton, who was convicted of putting a poor female to the torture in Trinidad. The further hearing was postponed to Wednesday next. This is the twentieth pleading in my remembrance, and so it will be die in diem , as long as a guinea remains with which to fee counsel.
HOUSE OF COMMONS, 7 o'Clock.
American Intercourse Bill.
Mr. Eden thought it extremely precipitant to renew this bill at present, before we knew the real sentiments of America. Were ministers prepared to say that America was inclined to join with us in our present contest? If not, he thought the measure an anticipation not at all warranted from the late conduct of America. It was, at least, an anticipation of what ought to be the result of our negotiation.
Mr. Rose, in answer, said he admitted America had acted very rashly, in adopting some of her late measures; he was anxious, however, not to close the door of conciliation; and he was desirous to meet her precipitancy with moderation on our part. He would not pledge himself as to the PACIFIC DISPOSITIONS of America, yet, he thought it advisable this bill should be renewed for a few months—it would be recollected, that if not renewed, no American ship could enter our harbour after one month expires. He was anxious, therefore, TO HOLD OUT MODERATION AND CONCILIATION TO THE LAST EXTREMITY, AND IF WE ERRED AT ALL, HE WISHED IT SHOULD BE ON THE SIDE OF MODERATION.
The bill went through the committee. Lord Castlereagh is on his legs making a long speech about Copenhagen.
Paris papers to the 21st ult. have arrived. It appears by these, that the differences between America and Algiers have been adjusted, by the payment, on the part of the former, of the usual annual contribution. The French ship Patriot, which effected her escape from the Chesapeake, about the middle of December, is arrived at Aix. The orders for the seizure of British merchandise are rigorously executed throughout Russia.
It is said that Buonaparte has declared his intention of passing a decree, according to which, all neutrals entering French ports are to be detained until a general peace.
Other two Gottenburgh mails arrived on Tuesday. The most important fact they contain is the removal of 23,000 men, the greater part of the Danish army, from Holstein to the Island of Zealand. Nothing is said respecting the invasion of Sweden by Russia; but this movement of the Danish troops seems to countenance the opinion, that a combined attack is intended to be made on the dominions of our gallant ally. Our ministers, however, will doubtless send a sufficient force into the Baltic, to prevent any descent on the Swedish coast by the Danes.
A vessel is arrived in the Thames which left Lisbon about twenty days ago. She confirms the intelligence received long since, of serious insurrections having taken place about the middle of December; of which also a sufficient confession will be found in the Dutch papers, from which we have made some extracts to day. A restless spirit was manifested in the Portuguese; but they were so strictly watched by their enemies, and were themselves in so defenceless a state, that all effectual or salutary resistance was out of their power. Several of the Portuguese had succeeded in making their escape to the British squadron, and to prevent others from following their example, a number of the French military had been dispersed on board the craft in the Tagus, to prevent the passage of boats down the river. Others of the French troops were stationed at various points of the coast; so that no means were now left for escape.
No further information respecting the Rochefort squadron has been received. The Phoenix of thirty-
six guns, captain Mudge, had a narrow escape, the day after the Eurydice, having been chased by the whole squadron. Both sir R. Strachan and sir T. Duckworth are gone in pursuit of it.
The French lugger Marouin, of 14 guns has been captured by the Iris frigate, and brought into Plymouth. The captain of the lugger reports that two French frigates, of 40 guns each, had escaped from St. Maloes, and were gone upon a secret expedition.
The official papers relative to the late offers of mediation, on the part of Russia and Austria, were laid before parliament on Tuesday. We shall present them to our readers in our next.
Government, it is said, mean to send a force to the Baltic, in consequence of information that a Russian armament is fitting out at Cronstadt, to proceed to Carlscrona, with a design of capturing the Swedish fleet.
The American ship Lyon has arrived at Falmouth from St. Andrew. The captain states, that before he sailed it was reported that an embargo had been laid upon all neutral vessels in the ports of France, and a similar measure was daily expected to take place in Spain.
GEN. WHITELOCKE'S TRIAL.
This morning the trial of General Whitelocke commenced in the great hall of Chelsea college.—Very soon after ten o'clock, the members of the court martial being all assembled, their names were called over by the hon. Mr. Ryder, the judge advocate, and they took their seats at the table according to the seniority in point of rank, and were then sworn. Gen. Whitelocke then entered, dressed in his uniform, and attended by several officers; after which the following charges against him were read:
First Charge —That lieut. gen. Whitelocke, having received instructions from his majesty's principal secretary of state, to proceed for the reduction of the province of Buenos Ayres, pursued measures ill calculated to facilitate that conquest: that when the Spanish commander had shown such symptoms of a disposition to treat, as to express a desire to communicate with major general Gower, the second in command, upon the subject of terms, the said lieut. general Whitelocke did return a message, in which he demanded, amongst other articles, the surrender of all persons holding civil offices in the government of Buenos Ayres as prisoners of war. That the said lieutenant general Whitelocke, in making such an offensive and unusual demand, tending to exasperate the inhabitants of Buenos Ayres, to produce and encourage a spirit of resistance to his majesty's arms, to exclude the hope of amicable accommodation, and to increase the difficulties of the service with which he was entrusted, acting in a manner unbecoming his duty as an officer, prejudicial to military discipline, and contrary to the articles of war.
Second Charge —That the said lieut. gen. Whitelocke, after the landing of the troops at Enfanada, and during the march from thence to the town of Buenos Ayres, did not make the military arrangements best calculated to ensure the success of his operations against the town; and that having known previously to his attack upon the town of Buenos Ayres, upon the 5th July, 1807, as appears from his dispatch of July 10, that the enemy meant to occupy the flat roofs of the houses; he did, nevertheless, in the said attack divide his forces into several brigades and parts, and ordered the whole to be unloaded, and no firing to be permitted on any account; and under this order to march into the principal streets of the town, unprovided with proper and sufficient means for forcing the barricades, whereby the troops were unnecessarily exposed to destruction, without the possibility of making effectual opposition; such conduct betraying great professional incapacity on the part of the said lieut. gen. Whitelocke, tending to lessen the confidence of the troops in the judgment of their officers, being derogatory to the honour of his majesty's arms, contrary to his duty as an officer, prejudicial to good order and military discipline, and contrary to the articles of war.
Third Charge —That the said lieutenant general Whitelocke did not make, although it was in his power, any effectual attempt, by his own personal exertion or otherwise, to co-operate with or support the different divisions of the army under his command, when engaged with the enemy in the streets of Buenos Ayres, on the 5th July, 1807, whereby those troops, after having encountered and surmounted a constant and well directed fire, and having effected the purport of their orders, were left without aid and support, or further orders; and considerable detachments under lieutenant colonel Duff and brigadier general Craufurd, were thereby compelled to surrender; such conduct on the part of lieutenant general Whitelocke, tending to the defeat and dishonour of his majesty's arms, to lessen the confidence of the troops in the skill and courage of their officers, being unbecoming and disgraceful to his character as an officer, prejudicial to good order and military discipline, and contrary to the articles of war.
Fourth Charge —That the said Lieut. General Whitelocke, subsequently to the attack upon the town of Buenos Ayres, and at a time when the troops under his command were in possession of posts on each flank of the town, and of the principal arsenal, with a communication open to the fleet, and having an effective force of about 5000 men, did enter into, and finally conclude a treaty with the enemy, whereby he acknowledges in the public despatch of the 10th July, 1807, that "he resolved to forego the advantages which the bravery of his troops had obtained, and which advantages had cost him about 2500 men, in killed, wounded, and prisoners;" and by such treaty he unnecessarily and shamefully surrendered all such advantages, totally evacuated the town of Buenos Ayres, and consented to deliver, and did shamefully abandon and deliver up to the enemy the strong fortress of Monte Video, which had been committed to his charge, and which, at the period of the treaty and abandonment, was well and sufficiently garrisoned and provided against attack, and which was not, at such period, in a state of blockade or siege: such conduct, on the part of the said Lieutenant general Whitelocke, tending to the dishonour of his majesty's arms, and being contrary to his duty as an officer, prejudicial to good order and military discipline, and contrary to the articles of war.
The court having made some regulations respecting the mode of examining the Witnesses, the ad-
vocate-general stated to the court, that he attended to conduct the prosecution, assisted by the officer who was adjutant-general at Buenos Ayres, and that general Whitelocke had expressed a desire to have the assistance of the officer who was quarter-master-general at Buenos Ayres, in his defence.
Upon this point some doubts arose, as, if that officer were allowed to assist gen. Whitelocke in his defence, he could not be examined as a witness.
The court was cleared for the purpose of considering this point, and the doors were not opened again at half past 11 o'clock. Mr. Harrison attended as counsel for gen. Whitelocke.
The following are the names of the officers composing the court martial:—
Sir W. Meadows, President. Generals Garth, Norton, Lake, Monson, Moore, Nugent, Hulse, Dundas, Pigott, Clanricarde, Cuyler, Ogilvy, Fox, Sir E. Duffe, Harris, Manners, Wellesford, Garth, Stavely, Sir C. Ross.
The hall has been very well fitted up for the occasion; it is matted, and warmed with German stoves. The court was not crowded. It was expected that the court would sit till four o'clock.
January 30.
Some French letters, received on Thursday, state that SPAIN HAS CEDED THE FLORIDAS TO FRANCE, and it is supposed, according to these letters, that the Rochfort squadron is gone to take possession of these settlements.
The American committee met on Thursday, and a long discussion arose upon the question, whether a memorial should be presented to ministers, relative to the present state of our relations with the United States, or rather with respect to the consequences of a war with America? The result was decided in the negative only by the casting vote of the chairman, Mr. Sansom. But a general meeting is, notwithstanding, about to be called in London, of all those who are concerned in, or connected with the American trade, for the purpose of preparing a memorial to ministers upon the subject of our present relations with that country.
List of the minority, who voted against lord Castlereagh's motion, for thanking the army and navy employed in the Baltic expedition.
Lord Ossulston, W. Smith, H. C. Combe, John Smith, Hon. J. W. Ward, Richard Sharp, S. Whitbread, Henry Pierce, Hon. T. Brand, George Hibbert, Thomas Creevey, Hon. M. Mathew, Henry Martin, Robert Hurst, W. Honeywood, Hon. W. Howard, Henry Parnel Francis Horner, Harbury Tracey.
TELLERS.
Lord Folkstone, Sir Francis Burdett.
General Whitelocke's Trial.
Between nine and ten o'clock yesterday morning the court assembled, and a few minutes after ten the judge advocate called over the names of the generals composing it. The business of the day commenced with the judge advocate recapitulating the evidence given yesterday by major gen. Gower, whose further examination occupied the court this morning, upon the first charge, of including the civil officers of the government of Buenos Ayres, as prisoners of war, in the summons.
Gen. Whitelocke stood at the table between the president and general Lake. He looked remarkably well, and paid great attention to the proceedings. He was accommodated with a chair, of which he occasionally availed himself. Major gen. Gower stood opposite the president, nearly on the other side of the table.
Numerous copies of a plan of the city of Buenos Ayres were laid upon the table, for the inspection of the court, to which the members occasionally referred during the course of major general Gower's evidence.
No officers are to be examined on general Whitelocke's court martial of rank below that of field officers commanding columns on that expedition.—They are all to give their testimony according to their seniority of rank.
GREENOCK, February 3.
Dispatches were on Friday received at the admiralty from lord Collingwood. They were brought to Portsmouth by the Tigre, which arrived on Thursday from the Mediterranean. It is said that lord Collingwood's dispatches, which are dated the 14th December, off Toulon, contain an account of information having been received by his lordship, that the French had determined to make an attack on Sicily; and that, for that purpose, a naval force was expected at Naples from Rochfort and Brest. It is probable, therefore, that the squadron which lately escaped from Rochfort has proceeded to the Mediterranean, and we shall be glad to have this conjecture confirmed, for we shall then have every reason to expect that some of our squadrons will fall in with them.
Toulon is closely blockaded by our fleet, and the French force in that port consists of only five sail of the line. Lord Collingwood has captured five Danish ships of considerable value.
Advises from Admiral Purvis and Sir Sidney Smith were received on Friday of so late a date as the middle of the last month. They are of no material importance. The French and Spanish ships at Cadiz manifested, towards the end of December, a disposition to put to sea, but since that time they have remained in a perfectly inactive state. The Tagus continues to be closely blockaded. The preparations for the siege of Gibraltar are continued by the French and Spaniards, but the troops assembled on the Spanish lines are not yet very numerous.
A number of letters arrived on Friday in London, from France, Holland, and Hamburg. They all concur in deplored the dreadful effects of the late tyrannical decrees of Buonaparte, and in foreboding eventual ruin to the mercantile interests, from a perseverance in those oppressive and impolitic expedients.
HOUSE OF COMMONS.
Tuesday, January 26.
Mr. Secretary Canning presented to the house the papers respecting Russia, to which reference had been made in the speech of his majesty's commissioners on the opening of the session.—Ordered to lie on the table.
Russian Mediation with Denmark. Mr. George Ponsonby wished to know whether or not his majesty's ministers had any objection to lay before the house copies of such papers as related to the request of his majesty to the court of Russia, for its mediation with the court of Denmark, to restore peace between that country and Great Britain, after the attack on Copenhagen; and whether they had any objection to his moving for them now; as, if they had, he must only give notice to include that object amongst his other motions on Monday next.
Mr. Secretary Canning answered, it certainly was not the intention of his majesty's ministers to have laid before the house all the papers upon that subject; however, as he said upon a former night, there would be no objection to the production of some of those papers; and if the right hon. gentleman would move specifically for any particular document directed to that court, with the answer to it, there would be no objection to his motion.
Mr. Ponsonby replied, that his object was to be informed of the nature of the application, and of the answer received; and the right hon. gentleman, who must know the nature of all the papers that passed much better than himself, who was totally ignorant upon the subject, must, of course, know the particular ones which would best answer the purpose he had avowed. He supposed, for instance, that some instructions from his majesty's secretary of state had accompanied his majesty's request to the British minister at the Russian court, as to the manner and tone in which he was to propose and support it. Some answer must, he supposed, have been received in return accompanied by the opinion of his majesty's ambassador at the Russian court. In short, it must be for the kindness of the right hon. gentleman to instruct him how he was to shape his motion, in order to obtain the precise information he wished for.
To this Mr. Secretary Canning assented—both the right hon. gent. withdrew; and
Mr. Ponsonby, on his return to the house, moved an address to his majesty, in the usual form, praying that he would be graciously pleased to order that there be laid before the house, copies of such papers as passed between his majesty's ministers and his ambassador at the court of Russia, relative to his majesty's request for the mediation of his imperial majesty towards a restoration of peace between his majesty and the crown of Denmark. Ordered accordingly.
Negotiation for Peace, and secret Treaty with Portugal.
Mr. Whitbread rose to ask the right hon. secretary (Mr. Canning), whether it was the intention of his majesty's ministers to bring forward any specific proposition founded upon the papers this night laid upon the table? Because, if not, he should now give notice that he would, on a day which he could not then name, bring forward a proposition of the utmost importance; namely, for inquiry respecting the propriety of employing the present season for negotiating a peace with France. While he was on his legs, he wished to ask his majesty's ministers if there was any objection to lay before the house a copy of the secret treaty entered into with Portugal or the dispatches from Lord Rosslyn, in consequence of which his majesty's ministers had resolved on not defending Portugal.
Mr. Secretary Canning answered (as we understand, for he spoke in a very low tone) that no specific proposition, founded upon the papers this evening presented to the house, was at present intended by his majesty's ministers. With respect to the other subject of which the hon. gentleman gave notice, he must, of course, be at liberty to use his own discretion. And, with regard to the production of the secret treaty with Portugal, there was one objection to its disclosure, which he thought insurmountable; namely, that there was an article in it, stipulating, that the subject should be kept secret, and not be disclosed but by the mutual consent of both governments. It was not deemed expedient at present to lay before the house lord Rosslyn's dispatches.
Mr. Whitbread replied, that he could not see any bad consequence likely to arise from a disclosure of the terms of the treaty, now that the court of Portugal was gone to the Brazils.
Mr. Secretary Canning repeated, that however unimportant the terms of the treaty might or might not have been rendered by the departure of the Portuguese government, the stipulation of secrecy was still a bar to the disclosure.
Orders of Council.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer presented to the house copies of his majesty's late Orders in Council respecting the ships of neutral nations, in consequence of the tyrannical edicts of the French government.—Ordered to be printed.
Lord Henry Petty wished to know from the right hon. gentleman, what course his majesty's ministers wished to adopt respecting these Orders?
The Chancellor of the Exchequer had no objection to explain. It was his purpose that, after those papers should be printed, they should remain in the hands of gentlemen long enough to consider their nature, tendency, and importance; and then he should name a day on which he should have the honour to propose them for the deliberation and decision of the house, in the form of resolutions in a committee of ways and means.
Lord Henry Petty thought the subject of too much general importance to be considered in a mere financial view, and in a committee of ways and means. The right honourable gentleman should be aware that there were strong objections to those Orders on the ground of legality, which could not be so well discussed in a committee of ways and means.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer had no objection to any mode of discussion that should seem most expedient to the house; and, therefore, on the day upon which he should have the honour of submitting his propositions for consideration, it would be competent for the noble Lord, or any other member to take the debate either upon the motion for leaving the chair to go into a committee, or in the committee itself. The choice was to himself quite indifferent; but, if left to his own course, he should take the committee, as it would afford him more frequent opportunities of answering objections, and explaining more fully upon a subject of so much importance. On the ground of legality, he was fully aware that many of the regulations proposed in those Orders could not be carried into effect without the sanction of parliament; and as those points were of a financial nature, he thought they would most properly be proposed as Resolutions in a

committee of ways and means, and afterwards adopted, if approved, in an act of parliament. If Wednesday should be thought by gentlemen too early, he should have no objection to defer the business until the Friday following.
Dr. Lawrence thought the subject of too great importance to be discussed under the form of financial resolutions in a committee of ways and means. There were many points in the orders themselves totally contrary to the law of nations; and he thought a committee of the whole house much better adapted for the full discussion of the subject.
Expedition to Copenhagen. Lord Castlereagh gave notice that he should, on Friday next, propose a motion of thanks to the army and navy employed in the late expedition to the Baltic, for their gallant services on that occasion.
LISBON, December 18. On Monday the 13th inst. five in the evening, the populace unexpectedly collected together in the two principal squares of the city, so that for some moments a serious tumult was apprehended. In an instant French troops and Portuguese cavalry and infantry were sent to restore peace and order. The remaining troops which were dispersed in the city, found themselves necessitated to fire. They remained forty-eight hours under arms, as the mob incessantly endeavoured to renew the disturbance. At last, after thirty-eight of the ringleaders had been taken into custody, the military gained a victory. The General has adopted the severest measures to prevent or punish all further violations of the peace.
ROME, December 18. A busy activity still prevails in the office of our secretary of state, and it is said that the Papal dominions are about to undergo a very great change.
MANTUA, December 25. At the time of the emperor's passing through, the senator Lucien Buonaparte had a personal conference with his illustrious brother, and then returned to Rome.
PARIS, January 9. His royal highness prince William of Prussia, brother to his Prussian majesty, is arrived at Paris, and has had a special audience of his majesty.
OPEN (HUNGARY), Dec. 13. The following are the articles resolved by the Diet, which has just closed, and which have been confirmed by the emperor.
 "1. The States offer his majesty 12,000 recruits. As soon as these are delivered, the recruiting is to proceed as before.  "2. A subsidy in money is offered the emperor. Both nobles and commons are to grant a sixth of their revenue from their real estates, and a 100th of their personal property.  "3. The town and harbour of Fiume are to be incorporated with the kingdom of Hungary.  "4. Permission is granted to export certain goods from other Austrian provinces into Hungary.  "5. The exportation of grain from Hungary shall not, without especial cause, be prohibited." 
COPENHAGEN, Jan. 2. The Russian captain lieutenant Dods, who acquired so much fame at Tenedos, arrived here within a few days as courier, bringing, as we are assured, a declaration from Russia against Sweden; in which it is required of Sweden, that she shall, before the 16th inst. join in the league against Britain; with the notification, that, on her refusal, 60,000 men are ready to march into Finland.
NORFOLK BOROUGH. At a Hustings' Court, continued and held the 24th day of July, 1805.
John Dixon and Sarah his wife, John Allen and Francis Keeling his wife, and Anne Moore Valentine, an infant under the age of twenty-one years by the said John Dixon her guardian and next friend.
Complainants. Against Jacob Valentine, administrator of the goods and chattels of John Valentine, deceased, unadministered by Anna Valentine, the former administratrix.
Defendant. This suit abates as to the complainant John Dixon, by his death—the attachment awarded against the defendant being returned executed, and he having failed to file his answer; on the motion of the complainants, it is decreed and ordered, that Master Commissioner Cowper, examine, state, and settle an account of the Slaves and other personal estate of John Valentine, deceased, which came into the hands of the defendant Jacob Valentine, and report any matters specially that either party may require.
A Copy, Teste, WM. SHARP, C. C.
Master Commissioner's Office, Norfolk Borough, March 18, 1808.
The parties named in the above order are hereby notified, that I have appointed Thursday, the 24th instant, to proceed to the examination of the papers submitted me in this cause, on which day at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of the said 24th instant, the parties are desired to attend with their books and accounts at my office.
JOHN COWPER, M. C.
By virtue of a Deed in Trust from Thomas H. Parker to Lattimore Halstead, will be Sold on the premises at Publick Auction, for ready money, on Saturday the 2d day of April next,
All that Tract of LAND and appurtenances, in the County of Norfolk, near the Borough, which David Pierce sold and conveyed to the said Thomas H. Parker, containing seventy-five acres more or less, and which is now in the occupancy of Thomas Williamson and L. Simon.
THE TRUSTEE. March 7.
NOTICE. On Wednesday the 6th of April, at 12 o'Clock, will be Sold at Publick Auction, on the premises for ready money,
A HOUSE and LOT, pleasantly situated on Botetourt and Thomas Streets, Smith's Point, by virtue of a Deed in Trust executed by James Abbott, to secure the payment of four hundred dollars due William Plume & Co. with interest from the 30th March, 1803.
THE TRUSTEES. March 16.
WANTED, A convenient Dwelling-House for a small family, situated in an agreeable part of the town. Apply to the Printer. March 18.
For CHARLESTON, The Schooner PLOUGHBOY, Capt. Hall, will sail in ten days. For passage only, apply to Daniel R. Waddey, & Co. March 16.
THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
MONDAY EVENING, MARCH 21, 1808.
CAPTAIN BENTHALL, late of the brig Flora, of this port, sailed from the Clyde on the fifteenth of February, in the ship Frances, Capt. Taylor, bound to New-York. On Tuesday last capt. B. got on board the schooner Polly and Eliza, from Boston, arrived here on Saturday, and has favoured us with papers to the third of February.
In this day's Ledger will be found such articles as we thought most worthy of selection. The papers we have received do not contain any interesting matter in the way of news, being chiefly filled with debates in parliament, upon subjects, in which the people of this country have no interest, and with addresses to the king, approving the late measures adopted by his ministers.
In one of our papers are some important documents laid before parliament, touching affairs with Russia, and those relative to the proffered mediation of Austria, for a peace between France and Great Britain. The great length of these documents preclude their insertion in this day's Ledger; they will be given hereafter. Some of these documents are of a very recent date, as late as the 13th of January. The cabinet of London declined the mediation of Austria for various reasons, but principally because the Austrian minister could not state the basis on which a negotiation was to be opened. In consequence, the Austrian minister demanded his passports, which were sent to him on the 13th January.
The papers which we have received are silent upon American affairs; our Embargo and Non-Importation acts appear to excite no sensations, the comments upon those measures, are contained in extracts from the American papers and letters from this country. Our readers will learn with surprize that our Embargo produced no rise in the price of American flour, of which there was a large quantity in England; it was selling in London on the 29th and 30th Jan. at 39 to 42 shillings sterling per barrel.
We have inserted a few remarks of MR. ROSE, a member of the administration, and father of the British Envoy to this country, so far as they go they are of a conciliatory nature.
Verbally we understand that a war with this country is neither wished or expected in Great Britain, and the disposition of the government of that country may be considered as friendly, as our embargo and non-importation acts produced no change in its measures.
A letter from Glasgow of the 14th February, to a gentleman in this place, says the American ships which had commenced loading were discharging their cargoes, in consequence of the non-importation act, and were returning in ballast.
LOUIS NAPOLEON, the king of Holland, has published a decree, in which the same system of blockade is extended to Sweden, as to Britain; we shall publish this decree in our next. A similar decree has no doubt been issued by the great Napoleon.
Our vessels (when they can get out) are now prevented from trading to Sweden, and all this is done by him, who is contending for the liberty of the seas!
We shall be glad to hear what excuse will be offered for this violation of neutral rights, for excused, we count upon a certainty it will be.
On the 16th instant, a number of the Wheelbarrow Criminals , made their escape from Baltimore, and with them the noted Thomas L. Judge , "fair complexion, black eyes and hair, five feet ten inches high," well known in this place. A reward of 300 dollars is offered for him.
A bill introduced into the senate by Gen. Smith , for organizing the sea militia , as recommended by the President, has been laid over until the 31st December next, which is a decent way of getting clear of the measure.
Declining Influence. —Lately in the Assembly of Rhode-Island, a motion was made to pass resolutions approving the late wise and energetic measures of the federal administration, when dreadful to relate only two members were found to favour this motion. The affair was covered by a motion to adjourn, and carried, only two voting against it.
A pilot who came up this morning, informs us, that on Thursday last he saw five ships of war about nine or ten leagues to the southward of the Capes, and that yesterday a frigate stretched into Lynnhaven Bay, and went to sea again without coming to an anchor.
The accounts which have been published of the arrival of the Rochefort squadron at Guadalupe, do not appear to be correct, as advices many days subsequent, do not state that this fleet had been seen in the West-Indies, and they could not be in Guadalupe without being known to be there in the English islands.
DIED at sea, the 18th February, Captain FREE-MAN GARDNER, of the British schooner Commerce.
A BILL, as we are informed, is now depending in congress, authorising the president of the United States to take off the embargo, not at his own discretion, or at any limited time, but whenever the present belligerent powers shall consent to grant to American vessels the free navigation of the ocean and undisturbed admission into their ports. This, we conceive will be the taking the proper course, and assuming that dignified and independent attitude which becomes a great nation intent only on peace and justice, and determined to maintain its own rights, without being influenced by fear of, or partiality for, any other nation. We trust it will have the good effect of compelling both Great Britain and France to pay us more respect than hitherto, and lead them to appreciate justly the importance of the American trade, by making them feel the inconveniences of its loss. Its ultimate effect will probably be that Great Britain will acknowledge the principles of the law of nations for which we contend, and will make a treaty with us upon our own terms—in which event, according to the tenour of Buonaparte's own decrees, they are no longer considered as applying to us. ( Vir. Argus. )
From various signs and tokens we are inclined to believe that most of the advocates of col. Monroe's election are as much influenced by a dislike of Madison, as by their attachment to his worthy competitor; and that, if they find the chance of Monroe's success is desperate, they will even join the Clintonians, rather than lose their chief object, which is to prevent Madison from being elected.—God grant that, in this, we may be mistaken: but time and the course of events will shew, whether we are so, or not. ( Ibid. )
(CIRCULAR)
Treasury Department, March 2.
Sir,
I enclose the printed copy of an act supplementary to the act entitled "an act to prohibit the importation of certain goods wares and merchandise."
The third section exempts from the prohibition, all articles imported on board any vessel of the United States, cleared out before the 14th day of December last, provided such vessel shall return within a limited time. Although the penalties already incurred be not thereby positively remitted, I think it consistent with the spirit of the provision, to direct that all the articles seized and libelled under the non-importation act, and which had been imported in vessels as above described, be restored to the parties and that all the prosecutions in relation thereto be discontinued on payment of costs. This instruction is not to apply to articles imported in foreign vessels, or vessels without register; nor to any articles imported either clandestinely or under falsified invoices.
I am, respectfully, Your obedient servant, (Signed) ALBERT GALLATIN.
The Collector of
AN ACT,
Supplementary to the act, entitled "An act to prohibit the importation of certain goods, wares and merchandise."
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That nothing in the act to which this is a supplement, shall be so construed as to prohibit the importation of the following articles, that is to say:
 First. Wrappers and outside packages in which goods, the importation of which is not prohibited, usually are and shall be wrapped or packed at the time of importation.  Second. Bags or sacks in which salt shall be imported.  Third. Glass bottles or phials, in which drugs, medicines, or any other article, the importation of which is not prohibited, shall be imported.  Fourth. Printed books, maps, and charts.  Fifth. Watches, tradesmens and artificers tools, mathematical, astronomical and surgical instruments; gilt buttons, locks, and all other articles manufactured partly of brass and partly of any other metal.  Sixth. Shalooms and woollen stuffs, muskets, bayonets, swords, cutlasses and pistols. 
Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the articles of the following description, shall be held and considered as being embraced by the description of articles, the importation of which is prohibited by the act to which this act is a supplement, that is to say:
All articles manufactured entirely of silk and wool, or of silk and flax, or of flax and wool, floorcloths, woolen casimers, carpets, carpeting, mats, whose invoice prices shall exceed five shillings sterling per square yard.
Sec. 3. And be it further enacted, That no article imported on board any vessel of the United States, cleared out before the fourteenth day of December last, from any port within the United States, or the territories thereof, shall be subject to the prohibition enacted by the act to which this act is a supplement: Provided, that such vessels which may have cleared out for any port beyond the Cape of Good Hope, shall return to some port in the U. States or its territories within twelve months: And provided, that such vessels as shall have cleared for any port, shall return as aforesaid within six months from the said fourteenth day of December.
J. B. VARNUM, Speaker of the House of Representatives, GEO. CLINTON, Vice-president of the United States, and President of the Senate. February 27, 1808.
APPROVED, TH: JEFFERSON.
CONGRESS.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
MONDAY, March 14.
Mr. Quincy said, that he wished to submit a resolution to the house, the object of which was, to gain information relative to the situation of our foreign affairs. At the present crisis, he thought there could not be an individual in the country, who did not wish to receive information on this subject. When it was considered that this was the twentieth week of the session, he hoped no motives of delicacy would deter the house from making the request. Our affairs first began to assume a warlike appearance in 1805. In the president's message at the commencement of the first session of the ninth congress, he stated the situation of our affairs with
Great-Britain and Spain; but it contained not the smallest intimation respecting our relations with France, nor had any other message from that time to the present. It was evident that some correspondence had taken place between our minister and the French government, and there was no doubt but our government must be in possession of it.—It was of the utmost importance to the people of this country to know the intentions of the French government, with regard to neutral trade. To accomplish this object he offered the following resolution:
Resolved, That the president of the United States be requested to communicate to this house the dispatches addressed to this government, by the American minister at Paris, touching the proceedings of the French government, relative to neutral commerce, which have been received since the dispatches which were communicated to congress by the message of the 19th February, 1807.
Mr. Quincy called for the ayes and noes on considering the resolution. They were taken, and it was lost, ayes 44, noes 66, as follow:
Yees. —Messrs. Boyle, Champion, Chittenden, Claiborne, Dana, Davenport, Desha, Elliott, Gardner, Gray, Harris, Hoge, Howard, Kelly, Keven, Lewis, Livermore, Love, Macon, Marion, Masters, Milner, Jer. Morrow, John Morrow, Mosely, Mumford, Pitkin, Quincy, Rea, Riker, Rowan, Russell, S. Smith, Stanford, Stedman, Swart, Taggart, Tallmadge, Upham, Van Cortlandt, Vanhorn, Van Rensselaer, D. R. Williams.
Nays. —Messrs. L. J. Alston, W. Alston, Bacon, Barker, Bard, Bassett, Bibb, Blackledge, Blake, Blount, Brown, Burwell, Butler, Calhoun, G. W. Campbell, M. Clay, Clopton, Cobb, Culpepper, Cutts, Dawson, Deane, Durell, Eppes, Findley, Fisk, Franklin, Goodwyn, Greene, Helmes, Ilsley, Johnson, Kirkpatrick, Knight, Lambert, D. Montgomery, Nelson, Newbold, Newton, Nicholas, Porter, Pugh, Rhea, M. Richards, Seaver, Sloan, Smelt, Smilie, J. K. Smith, J. Smith, Southard, Storer, Taylor, Thompson, Troup, Van Allen, Verplanck, Wharton, Whitehill, Wilbour, M. Wilson, Withersall.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
British sch'r Commerce, Collins, (late Gardner) 34 days from Jamaica, Coffee, C. & F. Whittle—Friday in lat. 34, long. 72, 40, was boarded by an officer from a British frigate of 40 guns, another one in sight, who impressed one man.
Sch'r Polly & Eliza, Haws, 6 days from Boston.
Sch'r William, Osborne, 7 days from Salem.
Sloop George Washington, Fleeks, 2 days from Washington, N. C.
The Ship Fame, Davis, of this port, sailed from Kingston the 12th Feb. for Port Antonio. From Lloyd's List of January 26.
The brig Rising Sun, from Philadelphia to Bremen, is taken by a French privateer and carried into Amsterdam. The ship Prosperity, Anderson, from Ireland to New-York, foundered at sea—crew and passengers saved by the PATRIOT, FRENCH 74, arrived at the Isle D'Aix from Virginia. The John Adams, from Philadelphia to Rotterdam, is taken by a French privateer and carried into Dunkirk. The Fanny, from Bordeaux to America, taken by the indefatigable frigate and sent into Plymouth. Cleared from Greenock the 1st of Feb. Navigator, Bowden, for Charleston; Maria, Stokes for Savannah; Alleghany, Morris, to sail for New-York the 1st of March.
At Greenock the 15th Feb. ships Gosport, Derkheim, of this port, destination uncertain; Independence, Walker, for Charleston in a few days.
On Tuesday the 22d instant, at half past Ten o'Clock, at my Office will be Sold by the package, 30 packages of GOODS, as follows:
 NAILS and SPIKES, assorted, Carpenter's and Cooper's Tools; Axes, Hinges, Planes, Gimblets, &c  1 case Pins, Fish Hooks, and Combs,  1 do Muslinets, Nankeens, Shawls, Ladies' Shoes, &c.  1 do Pen Knives, Lancets, Razors, and Razor Strops,  1 do Buttons, and Silk and Cotton Braces,  1 do Writing Paper, Buttons, &c  1 do Elegant Parasols, 1 bale Dimities and Quiltings,  1 trunk Pins, Needles, Hooks and Lines,  1 case Watch Chains, Keys, &c.  1 box Table, Pen and Pocket Knives, and Scissors.  Terms, 60 days for all sums over 100 dollars, approved endorsed note; under that amount cash
WM. B. LAMB.
March 16.
WHARFAGE at half price during the Embargo.
WILLIAM CAMMACK.
March 21.
60,000 wt. prime Jamaica COFFEE, landing this day on our wharf from on board the British schooner Commerce, from Kingston, and for Sale by C. & F. WHITTLE.
March 21.
JAMAICA RUM.
For Sale by the Subscribers, 40 pipes and 30 puncheons high proof and fine flavoured Jamaica RUM, on liberal credit for approved paper, and a few puncheons for cash. Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co.
March 21.
LADIES' KID SLIPPERS,
E. STURTEVANT, No. 77, Main-Street, Has received per the schooner Polly and Eliza, and is now opening a variety of
Ladies' Kid and other SLIPPERS.
March 21.
FOR ALEXANDRIA, The Sloop MATTAPONY, Captain Read, will sail in a few days. For freight or passage, apply to the master on board at Marden's wharf, or Daniel R. Waddey, & Co. March 21.
THE BRIG CAROLINE, Will sail in a few days for RICHMOND—a few passengers may be accommodated by application at this office, or to Shadrack Hill, Master. March 21.
All those having claims against the Estate of JAMES VOGEL, deceased, are requested to render their accounts properly attested; and those indebted are desired to make immediate payment. Francis Teterel, Adm'r.
Williamsburg, March 4.

6000 bushels Stoved SALT, 50 crates well assorted Earthenware—For Sale on board the ship Sally, by A. Maclure. March 2.  The Subscriber offers for Sale, 78 puncheons well flavoured RUM, A few pipes Old Bordeaux Brandy, and 22 hogsheads choice retailing Molasses. Phinehas Dana. March 2.  THE COTTAGE, A small Farm handsomely improved in the neighbourhood of Portsmouth, commanding a beautiful view of Norfolk harbour is offered for Rent—and the HOUSE lately occupied by Doctor Leigh, pleasantly situated near the Ferry Wharf, in Portsmouth. Apply to Mr. William Pritchard, JAMES YOUNG. March 2.  AT PRIVATE SALE, BY S. MARKS, JUN. 60 hogsheads St. Kitt's RUM. March 2.
NOTICE. All those who are indebted to the estate of WILLIAM THOMPSON , deceased, of Little England, are required to make immediate payment, and those who may have claims against said estate are desired to render them, legally attested William H. Thompson. Feb 29  NOTICE. All persons having claims against the Estate of DANIEL COOK , deceased, of Nansemond County, are requested to bring them in on or before the first day of May next; those indebted to the estate, are requested to make immediate payment, wishing to settle the estate as soon as possible. Mary Cook, Admr'x. March 2.
Mary Cook, Admr'x. N B Whereas Bartholomew Redmon, of Norfolk Borough, having a bond in his possession, which was given by Daniel Cook and Edward Frith, jointly, for the sum of 3000 dollars or thereabouts; Edward Frith being exonerated, and the said Redmon refusing to give me up the bond, although there is not one shilling due on account of it, I caution all persons from receiving the said bond in any way whatever, as this notice will be plead in bar against it. Western Branch, Nansemond County, February 17, 1808.  The sum mentioned in the above should be as follows:—two Bonds dated 11th day of July, 1804 the one payable the 11th day of January, and the other on the 11th day of July, 1805—each in the penal sum of two thousand dollars, conditioned for the payment of one thousand dollars as each, both given jointly as above specified; which bonds are either of them, I again caution all persons from receiving in any way whatever, as this notice will be plead in bar against the payment thereof. Mary Cook. March 2.
Council Chamber, February 25, 1808. THE EXECUTIVE will receive on the 28th of March next, Proposals for constructing sufficient and proper Carriages for mounting all the pieces of Artillery belonging to this Commonwealth, at which time drafts of the most approved models, in conformity to which, the said carriages are to be constructed, will be submitted to the inspection of all persons disposed to contract for the same. The Executive will probably furnish all the necessary timber, and will have the iron work done at the Penitentiary—Subjoined is a list of the pieces intended to be mounted. Daniel L. Hylton, Clerk of the Council.   6 Brass Cannon 32 pounders,  9 Iron do. 24 do.  1 do. do. 18 do.  1 do. do. 12 do.  1 do. do. 6 do.  4 do. do. 4 do.  2 do. do. 3 do.   10 or 15 others of different sizes.
Received per schooner Traveller, from Boston, and for Sale, By EDWARD CLARK, 10 tons small, flat, and square Bar Iron, 100 bundles assorted Nail Rods. Nov. 18.  200 boxes Mould CANDLES, 30 half boxes brown Soap, 10 boxes white do. 60 bags Coffee, 5 tierces do. prime green, 4 hogsheads and 10 barrels loaf Sugar, 12 do. Muscovado do. 10 quarter casks old Sherry Wine, 2 hhs old L P Madeira do. 3 hhs. Red Port, 50 do. retailing Molasses, 15 crates well assorted Queen's Ware, Country Rum and Gin in hhs and pipes—For Sale by Phinehas Dana. June 8.
For RENT, A commodious small DWELLING, with all suitable out-houses and a good garden, pleasantly situated on Smith's Point. Possession may be had on the first of November. P. Barraud. October 3.
For RENT, The Store, Compting-Room & Cellar, at present occupied by Messrs. Wood & Hastings, no. 90, Main-street. Apply to Thomas Willock. August 24.
For RENT, (And immediate possession given,) The Brick-House, Store, and Cellars, at the corner of Gilbert's Lane, on Main-street, near the market, an excellent stand for a Dry Good or Grocery Store. Apply to Niemeyer & Von Kapff. December 28.
Just received for Sale, 25 gr. casks Gordon's old Sherry Wine, 20 boxes Hyson Tea, 30 do. superior quality Young Hyson, 12 pipes Holland Gin, 20 do. Country do. Mackinder & White.
FOR SALE, 30,000 acres valuable LAND, situated upon the river Washita, in one of the most fertile parts of Louisiana—Particulars with regard to local advantages, situation, title, and the most favourable terms to purchasers, will be made known by application to THOMAS TUNNO , in Charleston, or MORRIS MILLER , in Savannah. Feb. 3.
WOOD & HASTINGS, No. 76, Main-Street. Have just received an additional supply of Staple and Fancy GOODS. Among which are Black Silk Velvet; Tabby, do.; Black Silk Florentine; Silk Handkerchiefs; do. Fancy Shawls; Convex Navy Buttons; fashionable Coat do.; a variety of French Goods; 2 trunks Cambric Muslins; 2 cases Linens; 2 bales Cotton Checks; 1 do. Gilt Handkerchiefs; 5 do. Indigo, assorted, some very fine for Shirtings; a variety of Woollens. They have also on hand a general and extensive assortment of WOOLLEN GOODS. Every description of fancy Muslins and Dresses; Velvets; Const.utton and President's Cords; Dimities; Carpets; Hosiery, &c. &c. On consignment, just received, Hussar and Backstrap BOOTS; Ladies' Kid and Morocco Shoes; Mens' coarse do.; coarse and fine Hats. The above GOODS will be sold at very reduced prices for CASH, or undated credit, by wholesale and retail December 11.
Now landing from on board the schooner Mohawk, Roger Quarles, master, from Leghorn, 120 hogsheads Bordolease CLARET, 96 casks Roll Brimstone, 100 boxes Castle Marbled Soap, 50 tin boxes Saffron, 5 cases Florence Silks of all colours, a great many black, 2 hhs. shelled Almonds, 100 half shells Lucca Oil, of 30 flasks, 100 boxes Lucca Oil, 12 bottles each, 3 cases Chip Hats For Sale by William Pennock. October 12.
For SALE, 2 elegant Bay Horses, a complete match, 2 do. grey do. do. 1 remarkable fine bay, and one very excellent grey Horse—For which, Notes of the Bank of Newbern and Cape-Fear, or Proc. Money will be taken in payment—Apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. Sent 2.  THE SUBSCRIBER Has removed to the brick store at the head of Camp bell's wharf, fronting said wharf and Wide Water-street, where he offers at wholesale or retail his assortment of Groceries and Ship Chandlery, Among which are 14 hogsheads Muscovado SUGAR, 1 do. and 6 barrels loaf do. 6 do. Antigua, Jamaica, and Grenada Rum, 3 pipes French Brandy, 2 hhs. and 6 bbls Rye Whiskey, 4 barrels Apple Brandy, 1 do. Peach do. 10 bags Coffee, Imperial, Hyson, Young Hyson, and Souchong Teas, Pepper, Pimento, and Nutmegs, Molasses, Sherry, and Port Wines, London and Philadelphia Porter, English Cheese, Bar Iron and Castings, Nail and Spike Rods, German Steel, Powder and Shot, Tar, Pitch & Turpentine, Paints and Oil, black and bright Varnish, Canvas and Cordage, Nails and Spikes Also just received, 20 boxes Lemons, 12 half bbls. Beef Tongues, 20 kegs Tongues and Sounds, 40 kegs and 2 bbls Salmon, 5 bbls. Mackerel, 15 cases Sallad Oil, 1 cask Currants, 10 boxes Olives, Capers and Anchovies, 6 dozen bottles Cayenne Pepper, 3 do. do. Pickled Peppers, 30 boxes Soap, 20 boxes Candles, 50 barrels Alexandria superfine and fine Flour. John D. Haldane. July 31.
For SALE, 73 punch. choice Antigua RUM, 30 do. Grenada do. 600 bushels CORN, 80,000 drawn White and Red Oak STAVES, 60 barrels Pork. George Wilson. November 4.
For SALE, Imported in the Galiot Fortune, captain Norton, from Teneriffe, 100 pipes and 90 hhs. L. P. Teneriffe WINE, of superior quality. Apply to Phinehas Dana. September 28.
Coarse Liverpool SALT, For Sale on board the Ship Courtney, capt. Bryant, lying at my wharf. Apply to William Pennock. September 16.
Liverpool Blown and Cadiz SALT. Landing from the ship Planter, and for sale at the subscriber's, at a low advance, A PANEL OF Woollens, Bed Ticks, Hosiery, and other GOODS. Thomas Blanchard. September 28.
NOTICE. I am again compelled to solicit all those indebted to the estate of PHILIP COLLINS , deceased, to make immediate payment, as no longer indulgence can be given. Jane Collins, Admr'x. December 9.
WANTED for the Ship Sheffield, A CARPENTER; also, two young LADS, from 14 to 15 years of age, as apprentices, not to go in the cabin or to cook. Apply to Josiah Cowper. December 9.
For SALE, 4000 bushels Ground Allum SALT, And a few well assorted crates of EARTHENWARE. George Murray & Co. December 7.
Leather, Cordage, and Loaf Sugar. The subscriber will hereafter expose for Sale at his Ware-house on Campbell's wharf the above Articles, of the manufacture of Norfolk, at reduced prices for Cash, or on short credits only. Theo. Armistead. Feb. 20.
For SALE at my Brew-House, Strong, Table, and Ship BEER, by the hogshead, barrel, and half barrel—and a constant supply of bottled PORTER in packages and by the dozen. And in Store, Wines, Liquors, and Groceries, wholesale and retail. Joseph Hayes. Feb. 18.
For CASH or approved Discountable Paper, 20 bales best Russia CANVAS, 1 do. Ravens Duck; 1 do. Matras Tickling, 55 packages German Linen—For Sale by Niemeyer & Von Kapff. February 26.
Fresh Imperial TEA. Just received 17 boxes fresh Imperial TEA, of the present year's importation—Also on Hand, 25 tons assorted BAR IRON, 40 barrels and a few hogsheads Muscovado Sugar, 40 barrels and bag: Green Coffee; 25 hhs. old Antigua Rum, 20 hhs. Molasses; 8 pipes French Brandy, 10 crates assorted Queen's Ware, A few quarter casks of Sherry and Teneriffe Wine, Whiskey in barrels; Loaf Sugar, New York prime Pork and Beef; 30 casks Cheese, A few barrels Mackerel; Soap; Candles; Demijohns, &c. For Sale by Jennings & Roddey. February 26.
COCKE & SANFORD, Have received eighteen hogsheads and eighteen barrels Loaf and Lump SUGAR, which they offer for Sale on very moderate terms. On hand of their last importation, 2 bales flaxen OZNABURGS, 2000 wt. Seine Twine; 1 bale assorted Blue Cloths, 1 bale superfine Navy Blue Cloth, 2 boxes well assorted Irish Linens, Irish and Dutch Sheetings and Dowlas, 2 Trunks Cotton Hosiery; 1 case Dimities, 3 do. assorted Nankenees and Grand eills, 3 do. Callicoes; 2 do. Cotton Cambricks, 1 box French Cambricks and Handkerchiefs, 2 cases Me's and 1 do. Childrens' fashionable Beaver Hats. Feb 24.
NOTICE. The partnership of Ellis & Sprigg , of Hampton, is this day by mutual consent dissolved—all persons indebted to the said firm are requested most earnestly to come forward and pay their respective balances to Mr. C. Sprigg; and all those who have claims against said firm, to produce them to said C. Sprigg for settlement. Samuel Ellis, Per his Attorney in fact, Robert Gibson, Corbin Sprigg. Hampton, February 17.
For SALE, 5 cases only of superior PIGEON-EYE CHAMPAGN. Apply to the Editor of this Paper. Dec. 16.
New SHOES from New-York. SAMUEL COLEMAN, Offers for Sale such as have been generally sold in retail at 9s and 8s. 3d. for 7s. 6d.; those at 15s. for 13s. 6d. except of Morocco leather; Ladies' Morocco Slippers at 8s. 3d. for 7s. 6d. and in nearly the same ratio for every other kind of Shoes, where the former prices will bear reduction. VERNON'S BOOTS, which are well known to command higher prices in Baltimore than Boots made by any other person there—reduced to 11 dollars for fair tops, and 9 dollars for Hessian Boots, such as he himself sells in retail for 12 and 10 dollars. BUTTER at 17 cents per lb. in retail; a few tons of Iron; a few hundred bushels of ground Alum Salt; India Cottons; Brown Sugar, &c. &c. as low as they can be sold for a profit, for Cash Feb 17.
BOOTS. Elegant Hussar & Backstrap BOOTS Just received and for Sale by Wood & Hastings, Opposite Market Square Feb 8.
6000 bushels St. Ubes SALT—afloat. IN STORE, 35 puncheons 3d and 4th proof Antigua Rum, 100 hogsheads Sugar, principally Antigua, 40,000 wt. Green Coffee; 850 Demijohns, 7,500 bushels coarse Salt; 100 barrels Rye Whiskey, 30 tierces London Brown Stout, 20 hogsheads Philadelphia Ale and Porter, 150 barrels superfine and fine Flour; 40 kegs fresh Raisins, 10 pipes London particular Madeira Wine, fit for use, 600 ready made Check Shirts 20 hhs. Petersburg Tobacco, 50 barrels Pork; 100 barrels Sugar; a few cases Hermitage For Sale on liberal terms by C. & F. Whittle. February 6.
NOTICE. The Copartnership of RICHARD BOWDEN, & Co having expired, Richard Drummond is authorised to receive and pay the debts of said concern. Moses Myers, Richard Bowden, Richard Drummond. February 2.
Cognac Brandy, Hollands Gin, Country do. in pipes, Rice in tierces and half tierces—For Sale by C. & F. Whittle. February 24.
FOR SALE, Just received by Deagle's Packet from Baltimore, 150 bags of good Green COFFEE. Wilson, Cunningham & Co. February 6.
NOTICE. All persons to whom the Subscriber is indebted, are requested to make known the amount of their claims immediately. Wm. Hartshorne, Jun. January 13.
FOR CASH ONLY. GERMAN LINENS, &c. 16 bales coarse Linen, 450 pieces Paper Hangings 4 do. Ruffia Sheetings, 80 boxes Window Glass, 3 boxes German Rolls, 100 do. Sh. pt Pipes, 2 do. Rouans Sheetings, 120 do. Spanish Segars, 1 do. fine Flanders do. from 8 to 20 dolis. per box, 3 do. Platislas, 300 doz. empty Bottles, 1 do. fine Dowlas, 200 wt. reeled bottling Wire, 2 do. Table Cloth, 800 do. Glue, 1 do. common Shirt Linen, 11,000 best Coffee bags, 1 do. extra fine do. 4,500 cheap Gunny Bags, 1 do. Bed Tick 2 yards wide, 5 boxes Tumblers, Decanters, &c. Also, A large invoice of Lace, Jewellery and Dice, Elegant Chessmen, Flaglets and Clarinets, Violins, Bows, and Fifes, Flutes with four and six keys, do. patent lined, Ladies' Dressing Boxes, Toilet Looking Glasses, Shaving Cakes, Elegant Writing Desks, Scarlet Plush for Saddles, Seine and Sewing Twine. For Sale by Niemeyer & Von Kapff. February 4.
One Hundred Dollars Reward. RAN-AWAY from the Subscriber on the 26th December last, a Mulatto Man named TONY , a Blacksmith by trade; he is about 24 years of age, 5 feet 10 inches high—had on when he went away a dark cloth suit and pantaloon—his right foot has been broken, which causes him to limp, and is much larger than the other—He travelled in the stage from Edenton to Suffolk, the 28th ult. I have understood he went by the name of Benjamin James while in Suffolk—I expect he will endeavour to pass as a free man. The above reward will be given to any person who will secure him in any jail so that I get him again; and all reasonable charges paid if delivered to me in Plymouth, North-Carolina. JOHN WALKER. January 8.
For SALE, 45,000 wt. good COFFEE in bags, 94 puncheons old St. Kitts RUM. MOSES MYERS. January 8.
NOTICE. The Subscribers have removed to the Ware House, No 6, on Newton's wharf, formerly occupied by Messrs. John D. Haldane, & Co. JENNINGS & RODDEY. January 8.
MACKINDER & WHITE, Have received from London in the ship Planter, and Nabby, from Liverpool, their Fall and Winter GOODS. The best superfine Black, Navy Blue, and fashionable mixed Cloths, Calimeres, Patent Cords, Sauswads, black silk Florentine, Gentlemen's patent silk and beaver Hats; Ladies' Trafalgar, Calabria, Buenos Ayres, and Cottage beaver Bonnets; Childrens' beaver Caps and Bonnets; Ladies' plain and fancy Kid and Morocco Shoes; red and black Morocco Nelson's comforters; Gentlemen's Hessian and Spanish Boots, and dress Shoes and Pumps; superior rich gold Epaulettes, lace and silver Fringe; plain, tamboured, and Leno Muslin for dress; Callicoes, Chambrays and Ginghams; rose and striped Blankets; Kendal Cottons; strong white Plains; mixed Fearnoughts; Flannels; Manchester Cords; blue and drab Plains; Dimities and Marseilles; 4 4 1/2 Linens; coarse Hats do.; Nails, Window Glass, &c. The above are offered for sale by wholesale or retail, at the lowest terms for Cash or approved paper.
The Subscribers have removed to the Brick Warehouse on Merchant's Wharf, and have on hand for Sale, 100,000 W. O. hhd. drawn STAVES, 100,000 red do. do. do. 40,000 rough do. do. do. 50,000 do. barrel do. 10,000 pipe do. do. do. 500,000 sale Shingles; 100,000 building do. 10,000 three feet do.; 5,000 Garden Pales, 5,000 Chinquapin a C Cedar Posts. And also for Rent, A commodious WAREHOUSE. Proby, Harmanon, & Co. January 11.
Now landing from the schooner Prudence Mary, from New-York, 17 hhs. first quality SUGARS, 54 barrels prime Pork, city inspection, 70 boxes Mould Candles; 5 hhs. double refined Sugar, 5 pipes Brandy; 25 reams Writing Paper, 2 trunks fine and coarse French Lace, which will be sold at a low rate for Cash. Apply at No 1, Commerce-street William Hull, Jun. October 16.
Just got to Hand. 22 chests Hyson TEA, will be sold low for cash. George Wilson. Nov 18.
For SALE, by the Subscriber, 34 hogsheads WHISKEY, 50 crates Earthenware; 10 casks Glass do. 65 boxes 8 by 10, 37 do. 10 by 12 Window Glass, 16 gross Wine Bottles; 18 boxes Castile Soap; 1 hogshead and 5 barrels Philadelphia Loaf Sugar, 10 hhs. Petersburg, 2 do. Richmond, and 4 do. York River Tobacco; 15 bales Cotton, 38 whole and 9 half tierces Rice. A. Maclure. November 13.
One Hundred Dollars Reward. RAN-AWAY last October from the Subscribers, living in Monroe County, two Mulatto Men, ISAAC CONNER and WILLIAM CONNER , (brothers) both very bright, mulattoes. Isaac is about 5 feet 7 or 8 inches high, stout and well made, is marked on the under lip with a small reddish spot, and a scar on his forehead occasioned by the stroke of a whip; on one of his feet there is also a scar made by an axe; he is 22 years of age. Bill is 20 years of age, about 5 feet 10 inches high, also stout and active, and wore his hair in a cue of 6 or 8 inches in length. It is supposed they will attempt to get to Norfolk, as they have some acquaintances there, and were heard of in the neighbourhood of Williamsburg in company with some free mulattoes, who lives on Queen's Creek. Whoever confines them in jail so that we get them again, shall be entitled to the above reward. John Handley, Martin Franklin. N B Being very fair, they will no doubt attempt to pass for free men. Feb. 10.
At Private Sale, By S. MARKS, Jun. Corner of Commerce and Water-street, 10 hhs. Antigua, 12 do. N. E. 50 barrels do. RUM, 30 hhs and 20 barrels Sugar; 10 pipes Country Gin, 8 pipes Cognac Brandy; 150 boxes Mould Candles, 0 boxes Spermaceti Candles; 4 bales striped Blankets, 3 bales Blue Duffels; 1 do. fine Cloths; 2 do. blue Plains, 3 do. Rugs; 1 do. Check Shirts; 2 do. Hessian, 54 do. Tickenburgs and Oznaburgs; 2 do. Hessian, 1 trunk Madras Handkerchiefs. October 24.
For RENT, The DWELLING-HOUSE on Granby-street, belonging to captain Vickery, next door to Robert Boush, Esq.—possession will be given on the first day of January next. For terms apply to Alexander Wilson. December 18.
First quality Jamaica COFFEE. Just received and for Sale, 77 tierces and 24 barrels prime Green COFFEE. James & Thomas Tucker. December 28.
NORFOLK. PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, Opposite the Exchange Coffee-House. Price Six Dollars yearly, in advance.