Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1806-03-14 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.
VOL. II.]
FRIDAY EVENING, MARCH 14 1806.
[NO. 103.
WHOLESALE PRICE-CURRENT.
NORFOLK, FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 1806.
Table with 5 columns: ARTICLE, per, From, To, Remarks. Lists prices for various goods like Bacon, Beef, Brandy, Bread, Butter, Candles, Coal, Cocoa, Coffee, Cordage, Cotton, Duck, Flour, Fish, Fustick, Gin, Grain, Hemp, Hides, Hog's-Lard, Indigo, Iron, Logwood, Lead, Meal, Mahogany, Molasses, Peas, Pepper, Pimento, Pitch, Pork, Raisins, Rice, Rosin, Rum, Salt, Shingles, Staves, Tar, Tobacco, Tallow, Turpentine, Wax, Wines.
Premiums of Insurance on American Property. To Great-Britain, Ireland, Portugal, and Spain, without the Suez Canal of Gibraltar. 4 1-2 5. France, Holland, Bremen, and Embden, 4 5. In the Mediterranean, - - - - - 5 6. Madeira, Canaries, Azores, and Cape de Verd Islands, - - - - - 4 1-2 2. British and Neutral Windward Islands from Barbadoes to St. Thomas, - - - - - 5. Jamaica and Honduras, - - - - - 12 1-2. Porto Rico, - - - - - 6. Havana, - - - - - 4 1-2 5. Cape-Francois, (unarmed) - - - - - cannot be insured. Ports in the Bite of Leagone, - - - - - insured. Ports on the South side of St. Domingo, - - - - - 5 1-2. Persia, India, and China, - - - - - 2 1-2. Coasters, - - - - - 2 1-2.
Prices of Stocks. Virginia Bank, 3 per cent. under par. little to be had. Norfolk Marine Insurance Company, 12 1-2 per cent discount. United States Bank, none in the market. Exchange on London, 42 3/4 dollars for 100l. Sterling.
THIS PAPER IS PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A WEEK; PRICE TO SUBSCRIBERS FIVE DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS PER ANNUM, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE—SINGLE PAPER TWELVE AND ONE HALF CENTS—ADVERTISEMENTS ARE INSERTED AT THE RATE OF FIFTY CENTS FOR THE FIRST, AND TWENTY-FIVE CENTS PER SQUARE FOR EACH SUCCEEDING INSERTION.
FOR CHARLESTON, S. C. The Sloop SALLY, Joseph Davis, Master, Will sail in a few days. For freight or passage apply to the master on board, or to Fisk & Catlett. March 12. tf 575
FOR CHARLESTON, The Packet Sloop VENUS, Wilson Boush, Master, will positively sail on Sunday next. For freight or passage, (having elegant accommodations) apply to the master on board, at Newton's wharf. March 12. tf 576
Landing This Day, 108 Bags Prime Green COFFEE. IN STORE, 800 Barrels Superfine and Fine FLOUR, London Particular, 2 MADEIRA, in Pipes, Hhds. do. Market, 3 and quarter Casks. Jamaica and Windward Island RUM, Petersburg TOBACCO, Prime PORK, &c.—All of which will be disposed of on liberal terms, by C. & F. Whittle. Who Want A VESSEL, of about 800 barrels, to Charter. March 10. tf 577
Wanted to Charter for the West-Indies, A VESSEL, Of about 150 tons burthen—Apply to Richard Boyce. March 5. tf 561
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, The fast sailing American Ship INDIA PACKET, William Rindge, Master, burthen 400 bds. of Tobacco, will be ready to receive a cargo in 15 days. For terms apply to the Master, or to Phinehas Dana & Co. Who offer for Sale, 60 hhds. Muscovado SUGAR, 50 hds. MOLASSES, 40 puncheons N. E. RUM, 300 bbls. No. 1 & 2 BEEF, 250 boxes CANDLES, Jamaica, Antigua and West-India RUM. Feb. 24. tf 540
The Ship JANE, Wm. Colley, Master, Is loading for either Antwerp or Bordeaux, and will receive on freight Cotton or any small stowage. Apply to the master on board, or the subscriber, William Pennock. Feb. 24. tf 520
FOR LIVERPOOL, The Ship INDUSTRY, Noah Wright, Master, Two thirds of her cargo being engaged; it is expected she will sail early in March. For freight or passage apply to the master on board, or the subscriber, William Pennock. Who is now Landing, 35 Hhds. prime Jam. SUGARS, and 40 Bags Bourbon COFFEE. Feb. 24. tf 522
FOR SALE—A FLOTAT, 60 Hhds Richmond TOBACCO, 250 Barrels FLOUR, In Store, 40 Kgs LARD, 20 do. BUTTER, superior quality. A general assortment of Cordage and Cables, of 8, 9, 10, & 11 inches. Noble, Arbuthnott, & Co. WHO WANT TO CHARTER, AN AMERICAN SHIP, of 300 hogheads, for a port in France. Feb. 17. tf 513
FOR LIVERPOOL, Intended to sail by the 10th March, The American ship ALEXANDER, Miles King, Master—three fourths of her cargo in tobacco already engaged. For freight of the balance or passage, having excellent accommodations, apply to J. & W. Southgate. February 10. tf 500
For a Port in France, The fine coppered SHIP BELFAST, Geo. W. CARMAN, Master, burthen about 400 hogheads Tobacco, great part of her cargo being engaged; she will sail with all convenient speed. For freight of the remainder, apply to Messrs. Rumbaut, Gerson, & co. of Petersburg, Mr. Warren Ashley, or John & James Galwey. Feb. 3. tf 486
Wanted to Charter, A SHIP, of about 300 hogheads burthen, to load for Falmouth and a Market. Also, A VESSEL, of about 1000 barrels, to load for Madeira. Apply to Robert Maitland, & Co. Jan. 27. tf 464
New landing at Maclure's Wharf, 35 Hhds. Newfoundland COD FISH. For Sale by James Dykes, & Co. March 10. tf 570
WANTED, A WET NURSE, To whom a liberal salary will be given. Apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. March 10. tf 569
Lisbon, Cadiz, and Liverpool SALT, For Sale by William Pennock. March 12. tf 573
Landing on Maxwell's wharf, from schooner Liberty, Capt. Lewis, from Philadelphia, 4 Hhds. and 20 barrels Penington's LOAF SUGAR, A few Kgs fresh NUTMEGS, A few do. do. CLOVES. And in Store, just received, 10 Quarter casks choice Old Brazil WINE, fit for immediate use, 20 Bags heavy Black PEPPER, 55 Barrels Jersey Apple BRANDY. For Sale by Price & Wadsworth. March 12. tf 574
WARM SPRINGS In the County of Bath, Virginia. HAVING taken a lease on the Warm Springs for 10 years, from the 1st April, 1805, we wish to acquaint the publick, that a great expence and much labour we have improved it, to accommodate gently one hundred and fifty persons, having erected 15 new houses, among them is a range of frame stables 240 feet long, together with other stables roomy enough to hold about 100 horses; also, 10 new houses 21 by 17 feet, built convenient to the Bath, with stone chimneys, and finished off neatly—a large and commodious sitting room for the ladies, furnished with different kinds of instruments of musick, and kept for that purpose only. A new Bath will be made distinct from the present one, intended for such persons as may not chuse to mix with the strong and healthy. We have also taken a lease on the SWEET SPRINGS in the county of Monroe, distant 30 miles from the Warm Springs for 9 years, and are making the necessary preparations for the accommodation of the visitors. The strictest attention will be paid to give satisfaction, as we know from many years experience, that without it but few customers can be expected. It is with much satisfaction that we have it in our power to assure the publick that the different houses of entertainment on the roads leading to the Springs, have of late been much attended to by the proprietors, most of which, (above the Ridge) the subscribers have visited, and have found that appearances seem to indicate, that in future, travellers will be well accommodated. We wish to purchase a BLACK SMITH, for one that comes well recommended, a generous price will be given. Also, wanted to employ a discreet elderly WOMAN, to undertake the management of the place of House-keeper, either at the Sweet or Warm Springs, one inclined to be industrious, and qualified to discharge such duties, will meet with liberal wages on application to us. Robt. & Geo. Turner. March 12. tf 572
My health being such as to require a change of air, I shall leave this State some time in April; such persons as have claims against me will bring them forward for settlement, and those indebted are requested to discharge the same, or give security for future payment. William Leigh. Portsmouth, Feb. 28. tf 569
FOR SALE, An Elegant COACHEE, with Harness complete, has been but little used. For terms apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. March 7. tf 567
FOR SALE, 3000 Pieces Yellow NANKEEN, 11 Boxes Imperial TEA, 6 Chests Hyson do. The above of the best quality and entitled to drawback. Apply to Robert Maitland & Co. WHO HAVE ON HAND, Hibbert's best bottled Porter and Brown Stout. Also, Old L. P. Madeira Wine, fit for immediate use. March 5. tf 560
STORAGE. Our large Brick Ware-House on Town Point, is now fitted to receive property on Storage. The superior advantages of this building in point of security and despatch is evident, and attention will be paid to what is put in care. Articles Stored we are frequently authorized to Sell, and have generally on hand, FLOUR of different Inspections, Superior, Fine and Middlings. TOBACCO—Of different Inspections, RUM—Antigua, Windward Island, and Continental. BRANDY—Cognac, Bourdeaux, Spanish, Peach, Apple. GIN—Holland, Continental. WINE—Madeira, Teneriffe, Malaga, Claret, Port and Cape. Molasses, Sugar, Coffee—Cordage of various kinds—Salt loose and in sacks. George Murray, & Co. March 3. tf 543
Landing this day, and for Sale, from brig Fame 100 boxes Havana SUGARS, 47 hds. MOLASSES, 120 bbls. choice Green COFFEE. From on board brig Echo, 25 hds. Clayed SUGAR. And from schooner Combine, 65 casks RAISINS, 30 sacks soft shelled ALMONDS, 3,500 busheis St. Ube's SALT. Moses Myers. Feb. 17. tf 510
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virginia, August 31, 1805. 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. John Hamilton. 114
John Hamilton. 114
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TO THE PROMOTERS OF USEFUL KNOWLEDGE, I HAVE ventured to present for your patronage, a new work—It is a system of chemistry divested of such technical terms as retard the study, by those persons not desirous of entering into the useless refinements of the science; and it will convey particular descriptions of those processes that are for domestic purposes. The object of the work is to render the study of chemistry less difficult, more general and agreeable, as well as to lead to improvements in various Arts. Long has the greater part of mankind laboured under difficulties which might have been avoided by an acquaintance with the discoveries of philosophers. During the study of most sciences, we notice improvements unknown to the majority of the people; and in no one have these become more conspicuous than in the science of chemistry. Since the wild conjectures of deluded men were banished from its annals, the study has become one of the most useful and interesting to all of common understanding. The science is now characterised by a simplicity, host to only to the pride of the pedantick scholar. Its extensive scenes are open, and with powerful attraction invite the entrance of the intelligent in the pursuit of pleasure, of information, or of most of the arts. An entrance is desired, that the wonderful beauty and wisdom displayed in the operations of nature may be contemplated with rapture, in parts neglected by the vulgar as a "dreary void."
To those in the pursuit of pleasure, the study of chemistry affords the greatest delight. The conversion of solids into liquids, of liquids into gases, and of gases into other fluids into solids, are processes which although inferior to many in chemistry, give unusual satisfaction. To know the composition of the substances surrounding us, with their connection and relation to each other, and to understand many of the arts of chemists, will impart to the mind an agreeable action, while it increases its capacity to make improvements. And such are the fascinating powers attached to the pursuit of this knowledge, that France is fast becoming a nation of chemists, in consequence of the general study of the science by the ladies as well as gentlemen.
The respectable Cultivators of land will be much benefitted by an acquaintance with chemistry. It will teach them the properties of the soil they cultivate, the art of making manures, and the kinds of vegetables as well as Manures best adapted for their respective farms. An idea of this may be formed from the famous fact, that by a judicious management of the grave yards at Paris, such quantities of salt-peter were procured for the powder manufacturers as to enable the French government to prosecute their war!
To be able to detect the presence, and discriminate between the noxious and innocent metals, as well as to make most useful combinations of them; to ascertain the constituents of medicinal springs; to detect the adulterations of Wines and other drinks; and to correct corrupted airs, must be of consequence to most individuals. The burning of bodies—The Arts of making Gunpowder and Saltpetre—common Salt—and all other Salts—Of Tanning Leather—Of purifying and preserving animal and vegetable Matter—Of Dying and Painting—Of making Glass and Earthen Ware—Of Brewing—Distilling, &c. &c. depend on Chemistry. No doubt most of them would be improved by a further cultivation of the science, which, from its simplicity, could be done in but a small part of the time often mispent by the artists. This will appear less doubtful, by the following extracts from a letter I received from the President, Mr. Jefferson—and from one received from Judge Washington of Mount-Vernon.
"MONTICELLO, August 1805. "Of the importance of turning a knowledge of chemistry to household purposes, I have been long satisfied. The common herd of philosophers seem to write only for one another. The chemists have filled volumes on the composition of a thousand substances of no sort of importance to the purposes of life; while the arts of making bread, butter, cheese, vinegar, soap, beer, cyder, &c. remain totally unexplained. Chaptal has lately given the chemistry of wine making; the late Dr. Pennington did the same as to bread, and promised to pursue the line of rendering his knowledge useful to common life; but death deprived us of his labours. Good treatises on these subjects should receive general approbation. "Accept of my salutations, "and assurances of respect. "TH: JEFFERSON."
"MOUNT-VERNON, 13th September 1805. "I have long thought that a work upon the plan you suggest, was much wanted by those who form the great bulk of readers on chemical subjects. I have not met with a single treatise which has not appeared unnecessarily obscured by technical terms, which only scholars can understand. They have been more generally addressed to the comprehension of professional men, than to those of the humbler walks of life; for whose use this science might be made most essentially to contribute, by adapting it to their capacities, and by pointing out the way by which its principles may be applied to the more common arts, in which they are daily employed. You will I think, do great good to society and . . . by executing such a work as you propose. My best wishes will accompany you in your labours, and I shall be happy to aid them as far as I can. "BUSH. WASHINGTON."
But, fellow citizens, for you to know the Beauty, the Connection, the Importance of the Science which I wish to communicate to you, it is necessary that you know the Science itself. To relate in the most intelligible terms the discoveries of chemical philosophers will not be the extent of my labours. I shall offer a new view of the art of ascertaining the fertility of lands, and of the formation of vegetable juices, which has been approved of by some distinguished characters. I shall also relate some original experiments, a part of which establish a hitherto disputed doctrine concerning heat, and throw light on the art of enriching impoverished land. You will now determine by your subscription, whether the desire of one to disseminate knowledge highly useful and interesting to most of mankind shall be gratified—whether the proposed publication shall appear. T. EWELL.
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. As soon as a sufficient number of subscribers are obtained, the work shall be put to the press. It will be comprised in about 300 pages, Octavo, and be printed on good paper with suitable type. A general Index will be annexed to the work—with proper drawings of the apparatus commonly used by chemists. The work shall be delivered in boards to Subscribers at Three Dollars, per copy. **, Subscriptions for the above work, received by the Editor of this Paper. 242
ROBERT GIBSON, Has removed to the Fire-Proof Ware-House in Wide Water-Street, nearly opposite Commerce Street. Feb. 28. tf 536
NOTICE. THE Subscriber being desirous to close his unsettled concerns, requests all those who have accounts against him to present them at his office for adjustment, and persons indebted to him to make immediate payment. John Hamilton. 243
October 14. 243

THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
FRIDAY EVENING, MARCH 14, 1806.
We are still under the mortification of publishing again, without furnishing any article of European intelligence. Not one arrival to the North or South, later than we have before noticed, so that we are still in suspense as to the important events, which there is reason to expect occurred shortly after the date of our last advices.
The French and English statements differ so materially, that we are not surprised, at any conjectures which are formed. Whatever may be the issue of the events on the Continent, Britain has laid in a rich harvest of glory, and conquest. The almost annihilation of the marine of her enemies, must give her decided advantages, which the fate of the Continental campaign cannot deprive her of. The mines of South America have heretofore furnished the means of prosecuting the war, to France, but that resource will fail, for want of naval force or marine to transport them to Europe. Within seven months, France and Spain have lost nearly FORTY SAIL OF THE LINE, and what will be more severely felt, nearly twenty thousand of their most experienced officers and seamen. The annals of maritime war, present us with nothing like this. A marine is not to be formed with the facility of an army, it is the work of time; calculating upon the impediments and difficulties which attend the creation of a marine, which might venture to cope with that of Britain, it is not probable that France and Spain will meet England on the ocean in less than Twenty-Five years. A long peace and a flourishing commerce are necessary to restore to those nations their former maritime strength.
A letter from New-York to a gentleman in this place states, that advices had been received in that city, which say that the Port of Havanna was shut against Americans. This letter further states, that an increased alarm had been raised, with regard to our relations with Spain. The alarm was so great, that expeditions actually commenced had been laid aside.
ST. DOMINGO COMMERCE.—Although we some time since announced the passage of the bill interdicting this commerce, we have not before been able to present our readers with the debate, which occurred on its passage in the House of Representatives—it will be found in this day's paper. We were never advocates for this trade, but we must confess, that the interdiction has been produced under circumstances of mortification.
A CORRESPONDENT has left at the Office of the Publick Ledger, a copy of the BRITISH SPY, which is at the service of Old Roger, for ten days.
MARRIED—Last evening, by the Reverend Mr. Young, DOCTOR GEORGE DAVIS, of New-York, late Consul for the United States at Tunis, to Miss ANN PENNOCK, eldest daughter of William Pennock, Esq.
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From the Philadelphia Gazette.
MR. RELF.
Although Mr. Ogden's letter, published in yesterday's papers, does not tend in so positive a manner to implicate our administration in the expedition fitted out at New-York, it is very far from washing away the stigma which publick opinion appears to have already fixed on their conduct: there is in the said letter some significant expressions which appear to have been overlooked, and the meaning of which is too clear to be mistaken; Mr. Ogden, under his signature, says "but in respect to government, I acted with extreme caution—I was not so much pressed on this head as on others."
Mr. Ogden's intention is obvious enough, and the natural interpretation of this part of his letter appears to amount to this; I was so discreet and tender towards the administration, as not to let the cat out of the bag, and the more so as I was not pressed so much on this head as on the others.
If Mr. Ogden had not something important to conceal about the conduct of our administration in this affair, why act with extreme caution towards it?—Surely truth, the whole truth, if they were innocent, could no way be injurious to them; therefore where is the necessity for such extreme caution and circumspection.
Mr. Ogden does not say that government was not implicated, but only that they were not directly so by his answer; which is very far from being satisfactory, when we observe Mr. Ogden himself declaring very pointedly that he was not so much pressed on this head as on others.
It has been pretended that government could not be guilty of any share in this criminal transaction, as they have ordered a prosecution against certain individuals, but this observation will be found more plausible than solid, if we observe that this may have been a necessary and not a voluntary step on their part.
If government had communications with Miranda only, and not Messrs. Ogden and Smith, they very probably might imagine that these confidential communications would not be trusted to any other persons, and of course as Miranda was absent, they had nothing to fear on that head. We understand that the Spanish and French ministers have not ceased to make very vigorous remonstrances to the secretary of state about it, that many members of both houses of congress suggested immediately the necessity
of the measure, and publick opinion was calling aloud for others even more efficient and decisive.
Under such circumstances our administration could not have remained any longer deaf to so many imperious calls: decency, justice, and the duties of their station imposed upon them certain unavoidable obligations, and they could not do less than what they have done; as an evident reluctance is conspicuous in their tardy steps. We understand that government received serious remonstrances upon Miranda's expedition about the 5th of February last; that the administration avowed themselves already informed of the business in question, so that without being very severe in our conjectures, we may suppose them acquainted with it five days before, say the first of February. Why then the interrogatories have not taken place in New-York until the first of March? Why on a business of so much importance, in which our national honour and the immediate interest of our merchants so much depend, a month has been suffered to elapse without getting these important testimonies?
COMMUNICATION.
In the Aurora of this morning, I have seen with sincere regret certain remarks made by the National Intelligencer, relative to the questions lately addressed to Mr. Madison. This impotent attempt to justify either a criminal connivance, or a not less criminal neglect, rather tends to fix than to do away the stigma which appears to stamp the conduct of our rulers; as to the strong impression arising from well known facts and probable circumstances, nothing is opposed but vague and illiberal surmises, respecting the pretended author, thereby adding injustice to insult on the person alluded to. No, sir, the author of the questions is not a foreigner as it is imagined by the detected employers of Mr. Smith's pen; he is an American, as eager to resent a foreign insult as he is desirous of preserving his country's interest and honour. These two last appear clearly implicated by some recent events, and he has seen with indifference all the mischievous effects occasioned by the glaring violation of the rights of embassy, and the most supine neglect in the protection of our neutrality, of our good faith, and of our national honour.
Whether the Spanish agents have been informed or not of the late singular transactions is not my intention to decide; but I feel bold to declare that this supposed ignorance, so triumphantly presented as an apology for our administration is neither fair nor applicable. The federal government possesses the most efficient means of information in business of this nature, and equally so those of checking and counteracting any similar and piratical attempt. Their custom-house officers are numerous, the revenue cutters and their commanders are under their control—the officers of every other branch, the conformity of language, manners and many other collateral circumstances give to the administration many means which are out of the reach and power of an isolated foreign agent. Besides, Miranda does not appear to have visited any of those of Spain—he has not dined with them—he did not communicate to them his piratical plans—can the same thing be said of the officers of the federal government? let the impartial spectators at Washington answer the question, let those who know that the naval officer's eldest son, at New-York, is embarked with Miranda on board of the Leander decide this point.
MARCH 1, 1806.
Delachani's Memoirs, vol. 1. p. 186.
The parliament of Great-Britain being convened January 1727, the king informed the two houses—"that the alliance offensive and defensive concluded between the emperor had laid the foundation of a most excellent and formidable power, a power levelled against the dearest interests and privileges of the English nation, which must either surrender Gibraltar to Spain, and acquiesce in the emperor's usurped exercise of commerce, or resolve vigorously to defend their undoubted rights. He assured them that it was a secret article of this alliance to place the pretender upon the throne of Great-Britain; and that Russia was actuated by the same view, which she had however been prevented from taking any steps to accomplish by the recent operations of the British fleet in the Baltic. Two other squadrons, he said had been equipped, the advantage and glory accruing to the nation from which sufficiently spoke their raise. And he concluded with informing them that the king of Spain had actually ordered his ambassadors to quit the kingdom, leaving a memorial containing a formal demand for the restitution of Gibraltar."
Such was the umbrage given by the king's speech to the court of Vienna, that M. de Palm, the imperial resident at London, was ordered by the emperor to present a remonstrance to the British court, framed in terms unusually bold and pointed, charging the king with "calumnious misrepresentations, and with hazing assertions void of all foundation. He affirmed that there was no offensive alliance subsisting between imperial and Spanish crowns; that the article relating to the pretender was an ABSOLUTE NULLITY; and that the restitution of Gibraltar, however just the claim of the king of Spain, was foreign to the purpose of the treaty." The two houses expressed, in a formal address to the throne, their indignation at the insolence of this memorial, which they style "an extravagant insult upon his majesty, and a presumptuous and vain attempt to instil into the minds of his faithful subjects a distrust of his royal word."
With the memorial also was transmitted from Vienna a letter from the chancellor count Zinzendorf to count Palm, expressly commanding him, in the name of his imperial majesty, after presenting the memorial to the king of Great-Britain, to publish it, together with the letter annexed, for the information of the British nation. The chancellor Zinzendorf affirms in this letter, "that it is easy to see that the speech was made for no other purpose but to excite the nation to rupture and open war with the emperor and Spain; and to make the parliament approve the precipitate and burthensome measures which the government has taken for private ends too well known."
That on the first report of these false suppositions, the emperor and the king of Spain, in order to silence them, proposed a formal act de non offendendo into which all the contracting parties of the treaties of Vienna and Hanover might have taken place; but that this proposition was rejected. He says, that the articles of the quadruple alliance are expressly and publicly laid down as the unalterable basis of the treaty of Vienna, and that to affirm that by a secret pact concluded at the same time, engagements have been entered into by their imperial and catholic majesties, repugnant to the same, is an outrageous insult to the majesty of the two contracting powers, who have a right to demand a reparation proportioned to the enormity of the affront. And that the high contracting parties had no other view than that of making peace between themselves, without injuring any one else. The allegations contained in this letter and memorial, seem but too well founded; but the intemperate language of these papers gave high and just offence; and Mr. Shippen, M. Hungerford, Sir William Wyndham, and all the leaders of opposition in parliament, warmly concurred in the address presented to the throne on this occasion; and which passed the house without a dissenting vote: and an order was sent to M. de Palm, signifying "that the said Palm, having delivered into the hands of his majesty, at his late audience, a memorial highly injurious to the honour and dignity
of his crown, and having also publicly dispersed the same with a letter from the count de Zinzendorf to him the said Palm, still more insolent than the memorial, his majesty looked upon him no longer as a public minister, and required him forthwith to depart out of this kingdom."
Smollett's History of England, book 1st, chap. 10. 5. 35.
As Prior's powers were limited in such a manner that he could not negotiate, Mr. Menager, Deputy from the city of Rouen to the Board of trade, accompanied the English Minister to London, with full powers to settle the preliminaries of the treaty. On his arrival in London, the Queen immediately commissioned the duke of Shrewsbury, the Earls of Jersey, Dartmouth, Oxford, and M. St. John, to treat with him; and the conferences were immediately begun. After long and various disputes, they agreed upon certain preliminary articles, which, on the eighth day of Oct. were signed by the French minister, and by the two Secretaries of State, in consequence of a written order from her Majesty. Then Menager was privately introduced to the Queen at Windsor. She told him she was averse to war: that she would exert all her power to conclude speedily peace: that she should be glad to live upon good terms with the king of France, to whom she was so: rly allied in blood: she expressed her hope that there would be a closer union after the peace between them, and between their subjects, cemented by a perfect correspondence and friendship. The Earl of Stafford, who had been lately recalled from the Hague, where he resided as ambassador, was now sent back to Holland, with orders to communicate to the pensionary the proposals of peace which France had made; to signify the Queen's approbation of them, and propose a place where the plenipotentiaries should assemble. The English ministers now engaged in an intimate correspondence with the court of Versailles; and Mareschal Tallard released from his confinement at Nottingham, was allowed to return to his own country on his parole. After the departure of Menager, the preliminaries were communicated to Count Gallas, the Emperor's minister, who, in order to inflame the minds of the people, caused them to be translated, and inserted in one of the daily papers. This step was so much resented by the Queen, that she sent a message, desiring he would come no more to Court; but that he might leave the Kingdom as soon as he should think proper.—He took the hint, and retired accordingly; but the Queen gave the Emperor to understand, that any other minister he should appoint should be admitted by her without hesitation.
[FROM THE BOSTON CENTINEL.]
"Let your moderation be known unto all men."
[HOLY BIBLE.]
In moments of irritation, we are too much heated to consider the nature of the satisfaction due for an injury, the proper means of defence, or the consequence of revenge. To act thus without reflection or foresight, is at best the folly of passion. Experience teaches us we should rather take counsel from our interest, that our feelings, and that it is as wise to consult our duty as either.
If our rights are infringed, we wish a renewal of them without any unjust restriction. It is foolish, however, to seek this remedy at first, by the abandonment of those we still enjoy. The last resource of despair is not to be chosen in the first moments of disappointment, and perhaps the best mode to gain all we wish is to improve all we possess.
It is impossible for a man of any reflection or observation to keep these sentiments out of mind at the present critical moment. The disputes between this country and England so long attended with rigor on her part and injury on ours, will no longer admit of vain complaints and harsh recriminations. They must terminate shortly in the silence of war or peace, on what way should we wish them to terminate, and whatever the proper means of producing the end we desire.
Do we wish for war? No man of experience will answer in the affirmative. We have nothing to gain but every thing to lose by it. Our neutrality during the last and present war has elevated our country, even beyond the expectations of the most romantic politician. Notwithstanding all the injuries we have suffered, we have progressed most rapidly from national bankruptcy to national wealth; while individuals have exchanged competence for fortune. Is it then wise to venture on untried scenes, to alter at once our habits, employments and relations, and to venture in games where the winner is too often ruined? If the event was doubtful, and the pressure of our affairs excused it, a wise man would strive to reconcile himself to the change, and study the means of rendering it safe and honourable. But we are not in a situation which requires an appeal to the last resort.
No one can honestly say that war is necessary, until the means of preserving peace prove unavailing. When this is the case, we may take arms with confidence, and the contest is holy and honourable, whatever may be the issue. That destiny can never be severe to any man, which stops him in the career of patriotism. The fate of that nation is glorious, with its rights. But as yet we have not tried the means of reconciliation, and need not alarm ourselves with the sad images of war. Let us recur to old measures and we may hope a similar result.
During the last European war, when the French practised all the outrages and violence of barbarous times, we had recourse to all the means of pacification. Though we had nothing to fear from her in war, which we did not suffer in peace, we sent embassy after embassy, and even humbled ourselves under abuse, when we might have resented the injury with equal honour and success. When we were at last driven to take arms, we still proffered the olive branch. It was thought the policy of our country, and it finally restored between the two nations the relations of friendship.
When England, at the commencement of the last war was excited by a very natural and almost justifiable jealousy to oppress our commerce with unjust restrictions, many measures of defence were proposed by men of different feelings. A non-intercourse bill, and the sequestration of debts were then advised as proper modes of retaliation. The genius of America had not then deserted her, and these hopeless projects were abandoned, until other means should prove effectual. Pacific overtures on our part succeeded, and commercial arrangements were formed by the two countries, which proved equally conducive to the prosperity of both. Our enterprise grasped the world. Our success was equal to the adventure. We acquired more than we hoped, and our hopes surpassed our means.
At the renewal of the present war, we had proceeded for some time with all the ardour and zeal of good fortune. We have been stopped again in our career by the renewal of harsh and vexatious restrictions on the part of England. She has again appealed to principles which we cannot admit, and claimed as rights, what we cannot grant her even as an indulgence. In the exercise of these assumed rights we find a source of complaint, for it has cost us much, and threatens to cost us more. It is, however, nothing novel or monstrous, but a partial renewal of the injuries we complained of in 1793. What then remains to be done?
In answer to this question, every man of sense will advise us to resort to the measures adopted in 1794. If we have heretofore succeeded in our negotiation,
with England on the same points, may we not promise ourselves the same success by using the same means? England has not now perhaps as strong reasons for relaxing her claims as heretofore. We too have better reasons to hope it. We may appeal to her justice as powerfully as we have done to her interests; and her interests will forcibly second our demands. From both we may calculate with certainty on effecting an adjustment of our disputes, and arrangements which not necessarily be mutually advantageous.
If we may argue from the past, or predict anything from the present, why shall we rashly enter a course of measures which at best cannot injure England but must certainly injure ourselves. It has been stated that the trade carried on between this country and England requires a credit of forty or fifty millions of dollars. When a check is put to a branch of traffic which bears such a relation to our whole commercial concerns, extending to all parts of our country and connected with all the busy occupations, as well as grateful comforts of civilized life, we should anticipate no ordinary evil. It must be felt at once at the publick treasury and by the private purse.—If it continue, it must affect both countries indiscriminately, though perhaps unequally. If it should there stop the shuttle, it must arrest the plough. The merchant must limit his enterprise, and the farmer would want a customer. Foreign articles would rise every day, in price in our market. Our own produce would as necessarily fall. The English by enforcing their principle, would leave us to repine in a dungeon of our own choosing. The trade they would compel us to abandon they would carry on indirectly themselves; and thus gain a partial indemnity for our just irritation, but foolish mode of retaliation.—In this trial of "who could do the most harm," it is plain there is a chance of England's exposing us to the greatest evil. At least we must suffer much with a limited dispirited trade, a reduced capital and credit, and diminished revenue, we could not boast much of the pleasure of revenge.
All this is allowed by those who are urging us to the suicide of non-intercourse.—But they defend themselves by an assurance derived from the situation of England, of this measure's inducing her to relax her claims as a belligerent and to yield to our demands. With a mob of disappointed manufacturers and their starving workmen, they expect to intimidate the British cabinet and to compel submission to our terms. Is there any thing in history to support this expectation? The ministry of England has been generally made of sterner stuff. They are at least stubborn enough to struggle before they surrender to peremptory demands.—They have supported the nation against the weight and oppression of absolute and inevitable evils, notwithstanding treason at home, and a triumphal foe abroad. They will not be utterly dismayed at a measure, which they know never has and never can be carried into complete effect, while the face of nature and passions of man remain unaltered. They may at least shew a little firmness where the evil is matter of conjecture, and try what relief may be found in more adventurous enterprise. For they know Bonaparte clothes his army in English cloths; and that we can as easily exclude the light of the sun as the manufactures of Manchester, Liverpool and Bristol. The national pride will readily submit to some evil, rather than sacrifice its claims to our threats. At the best, we ought to fear as much from the monopoly of England in Europe, as we have to hope from our own restrictions on her trade at home; and it is wisest never to discover to others by experiment, that our friendship or enmity is not of so much importance as they esteem it.
But have we any reason to think from the situation and late conduct of England, that she will rest contented with this state of discontent, which will only injure her?—If she cannot enjoy the benefits of peace, she will and must avail herself of the advantages of war. If she cannot profit by her connexion, she will very prudently enrich herself by its discontinuance. An hundred millions of dollars, which our unprotected commerce offers her, will more than pay her extraordinary expenses incurred in her naval expeditions, for the little time we should be inclined to a contest, in which there is so little to be acquired. Her present naval establishment admits of a complete destruction of our trade in spite of our gun-boats and decaying frigates. We undoubtedly should occasion her some serious inconvenience, but nothing would be gained which would serve to restore to life an annihilated commerce. We should do what men could do, but we could not change the order of nature. In our present circumstances we could not expect victory but to defeat.—If, therefore England conceives she cannot safely abandon the principles she has assumed, without some compensation, we must expect from her situation temporary hostility if we invite it, especially when she will from this change become the carrier of the world, and acquire some indemnity for the loss of a direct trade with us.
The conduct of England in similar emergencies does not promise a pacific reception of our new kind of commercial negotiations. Whether the principles are correct or not, will be an eternal subject of dispute; but in what manner she acts when other nations have endeavoured to effect a relaxation by direct or indirect hostility, admits of no question. When the three northern powers, in 1800, in the language of the British cabinet, "commenced a project to establish a new code of maritime laws, inconsistent with her rights, and hostile to her interests," it did not proceed far without effectual interruption. The battle of Copenhagen, is an eternal memento of the spirit with which England will meet an attempt to legislate for her by fleets, and armies, and embargoes. At that moment, if ever, her situation demanded concession to a powerful ally, whose influence on the continent, she duly appreciated. But she forgot every relation, she broke every tie, when force was the argument resorted to in order to change her doctrines. And can we promise ourselves a more successful event to the hostility of a non intercourse bill? This answers to the Prussian embargo, and may provoke something worse than the restriction of our trade. At most it promises us no good, and threatens a certain evil, whose extent cannot at this moment be calculated. As it is not, however, necessary to incur any hazard or provoke any injury, it is certainly the part of wisdom first to seek peace in the regular mode and to leave in reserve all our resources in case of failure.
It is evident, however, that our government expect, from the situation of Great-Britain, that our non-intercourse will at worst meet only with non-resistance. They would not otherwise, in our present wholly unprotected state, without fleets or armies, and a commerce rich beyond former time scattered over every sea, urge on their present measures. We must, however, warn them, that their hopes may be too sanguine, and that our wealth and revenue may stimulate England to attempts we should not fear from her temper. We should remind them, that a mistake on this point would involve many of us in miseries, and cover them with the execration of a disgraced and impoverished people.
The measures, therefore, to be pursued by government are too plain and obvious to need enumeration. Honour and peace, and profit are before us. Let them not be idly sported with. Let our administration pursue the steps of Washington and Adams. Let a minister of talents and probity be despatched to England to represent our wrongs—and demand redress. In the mean time let us prepare for war. If our embassy fails, we shall be better able to assert our rights. Our property now afloat

FOR SALE. At WILLIAM B. LAMB'S Vendue Office, at reduced prices for Cash, or approved paper at 60 days, 75 Puncheons RUM, 80 Bags COFFEE, 6 Hogsheads, 30 barrels SUGAR, 100 Boxes Mould CANDLES, 100 Cases GIN, 40 Casks Malaga WINE, 10 Bags PEPPER, 50 Pieces DOVLAS, 100 do. Romal HANDKERCHIEFS, 200 do. Bandana do. 50 do. Canton do. 100 doz. TAPES, 1 Case VELVETEENS, &c. &c. March 7. 3t 566
Now landing from on board the Sloop Director, and for SALE at the Warehouse formerly occupied by Messrs. James and Thomas Tucker, Maxwell's-wharf, 5 Pipes Cogniac BRANDY, 5 Hogsheads MOLASSES, 20 Casks Malaga WINE, 50 Barrels SUGAR, 20 do. Prime New-York PORK, 20 do. do. BEEF, 10 do. do. APPLES, 50 Boxes Mould and Dipped CANDLES, 10 do. SOAP, 10 Chests Souchong } TEA. 2 do. Imperial } 1 do. Hyson } All of which will be Sold low or exchanged for Country Produce. James M'Clenachan. Feb. 3. tf 485
FALL AND WINTER GOODS. GILLIAT AND MACKINDER, Have received by the Ship PLANET, Boush, from London, and FREDONIA, from Liverpool, their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, And will be Sold on less terms, for Cash, or approved Acceptances. Among which are 17 Bales of Napt Cottons. 15 Boxes Boys' and Men's Hats. 15 do. of Rose Blankets. 6 Trunks of Manchester. 8 do. Stripe do. 4 Boxes Cutlery, assorted. 9 do. White and Red Flannels. 50 Casks Shot. 10 do. White Plains and Kersys. 150 Kegs of Gunpowder. 12 do. Blue do. 40 Casks Nails. 14 do. Blue & Green Half Thick. 4 do. Seine Twine. 6 do. Stripe and Grey Coatings. 6 Trunks Men's and Women's Worsteds Hose. 2 do. Yarn Hose. 3 Bales of Ozaburgs. do. Carpeting and Carpets. Fleece Hosiery, for Ladies' and Gentlemen's wear. 8 do. Mixed Feamaughts. Muslins, Dimities, Calicoes, &c. &c. The above packages are well assorted. September 15. tf 145
FOR RENT, (And possession to be had immediately) A comfortable small TENEMENT, on Smith's Point, neatly fitted up, having two rooms below with two closets in each, and three rooms above, a new double storied Brick Kitchen, and other requisite out buildings. A spacious Garden and large front Yard are attached to this Tenement. P. Barraud. Jan. 29. tf 495
BANK NOTES LOST. A letter dated Williamsburg, 27th November, 1805, directed to Messrs. Thos. & Wm. M'Candlish, merchants, Norfolk, containing Bank Notes to the amount of Two Hundred Dollars, as below described, and supposed to have been deposited in the Post-Office, has either been lost, mislaid, or taken a wrong direction.—It is hoped that any person who may have become possessed of the same, accidentally or otherwise, will forward it on to the subscribers, as payment of the Notes have been stopped at the respective Banks. D. No. 1124, United States Branch, Norfolk, Dec. 6, 1804, - - - - - 100 Dollars. B. No. 97, Virginia Branch, Fredericksburg, February 6, 1805, - - - - - 100 Dollars. Wm. M'Candlish, & Co. Williamsburg, Dec. 9. tf 311
REMOVAL. JAMES TUCKER, Has removed to No. 1, HOE'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
NOTICE. I request all persons having claims against the Estate of JOHN WADDEY, Sen. deceased, of Northampton County, Eastern Shore, Virginia, to bring them forward properly attested on or before the first day of June next, as I shall plead this notice in bar against all claims that may appear after that date. I. R. Waddey, Executor to the Will annexed. Northampton Court-Yard, Feb. 1. 2m 490
EAGLE TAVERN. The Subscriber has taken that eligible stand in Market square, and has to inform his friends and the public in general, that he will spare no pains to make them as comfortable as possible while with him—he would be glad to take in Eight or Ten Gentlemen BOARDERS by the Year. Thomas Glenn. January 15. 3m 433
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. tf 136
Notice is hereby given that I shall apply to the Court of Northampton County, at April term next, for leave to discontinue so much of the road leading from Franktown to Oceannock Neck, as goes upon my land. Tully R. Wise. Feb. 14. 1m 509
COW-POX. The subscriber informs the publick, that some VACCINE MATTER which he has received from Philadelphia, has succeeded; and that those persons who have been prevented taking the disease from the loss of the infection here, can now be inoculated. George Balfour. Feb. 12. tf 505
Richmond Academy Lottery, NOW DRAWING, CONTAINING One Prize of Ten Thousand Dollars, Besides several other large Prizes. ** TICKETS for Sale by the EDITOR OF THIS PAPER. November 15. 279
FRANCIS SMITH, Has opened his Vendue and Commission Office at the Store lately occupied by Messrs. Bowman and Walker, No. 48, Main-Street. Jan. 20. tf 451
If George William Clarke who left England for this Country in July, 1802, is living, he will hear of something to his advantage on application at this of: Norfolk, Jan. 15. tf 455
JUST LANDED, 25 Hogsheads Choice MOLASSES. For Sale by Thos. H. Parker. Jan. 10. tf 426
HUNTER & GATEWOOD, Have received per Ship Jane, Captain Clifton, from Liverpool, the balance of their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, Which in addition to their former importation from London, makes their assortment general and complete—it consists of almost every article of useful and fashionable goods too tedious to enumerate, which they offer for sale, at their Store No. 42, Main Street, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms for Cash, or short payments. November 8. tf 262
FOR SALE, The CARGO of the Schooner Elizabeth Margaret, now landing on Marsden's Wharf, 342 boxes White & Brown Havanna Sugars, 28 Hogsheads MOLASSES, 9 do. HONEY.—For terms apply to John Brown. January 6. tf 412
FOR SALE, Liverpool Salt, Kendal Cottons, &c. The CARGO of the Ship Industry, Noah Wright, master, from Liverpool—Consisting of 12,000 Bushels SALT, 8 Bales Kendal COTTONS, 10 Cases COPPER, 18 and 20 oz. 18 Sugar BOILERS, of 150 gallons each, 3 Hogsheads SKIMMERS and LADDLES, 4 Casks Copper NAILS.—Apply to William Pennock. December 20. tf 367
MRS. MACDOUGAL, INFORMS her friends and the publick, that she has taken that handsome house belonging to Mr. Roberts, in the centre of Market Square, where she will receive Boarders on moderate terms—the strictest attention will always be paid to the diet rooms, and lodging, and every endeavour used to render a transient or permanent abode at her house satisfactory. September 25. tf 169
FOR RENT, And immediate possession given, The WAREHOUSE lately occupied by Mr. Edward Roberts.—Also, The WAREHOUSE lately occupied by Mr. Edward Johnston.—For terms, apply to Robert Gibson. January 20. tf 450
At a Court held for Norfolk County, the 26th day of January, 1806. Thomas Davis and Thomas Dickson, merchants and partners, under the firm of Davis and Dickson, Piffs. Against Gilbert Robertson and James Brown, merchants and partners, under the firm of Robertson & Brown, and Robert Gibson, Dfts. In Chancery. The Defendants Robertson and Brown, not having entered their appearance, and given security for performing the Decree to be made in this cause, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that they are out of the country: On the motion of the Plaintiffs by their Counsel, it is ordered, that they the said Defendants, appear here on the third Monday in April next, and give security for performing the Decree aforesaid. And it is further ordered that the Defendant Gibson, who hath effects of the other Defendants in his hands, or is otherwise indebted to them, do not pay, convey away, or secret such debts or effects, until the further order of this Court concerning the same. A Copy, Teste, William Wilson, jun. C. C. 3d Mon Ap. 472
THIS DAY LANDING, From on board the Schooner Eagle, Captain Gray, from Bordeaux, 160 Gasks CLARET. 981 Cases assorted do. 66 do. do. White do. 80 Baskets SWEET OIL. 2 Trunks and 3 Cases Ladies' and Men's SHOES. 8 Cases Men's and Children's Silk and Beaver HATS, assorted. DEMIJOHNS, 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
LIVERPOOL SALT. A Cargo of Stoved SALT, on board the Alexander—For Sale on moderate terms by J. & W. Southgate. A few hundred bushels COALS. Feb. 3. 3w 437
Landing at Newton's Wharf, 50 Hhds. prime St. Croix SUGARS. For Sale by James Dykes, & Co. March 7. 3t 593
FOR RENT, The three large and commodious Warehouse on the lower end of Gibson's Wharf—Possession may be had immediately, by applying to John Southgate, or William Dickson. Feb. 26. tf 534
MADAME V. CASAUMAJOUR, HAS JUST RECEIVED, 2 Trunks real Madrass Handkerchiefs, which she offers for Sale on good terms.—Apply at her Store No. 18, Market-Square. Feb. 24. 2aw5w 326
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
Wanted to Purchase or Hire, A smart active Negro MAN, From 20 to 25 years of age. Apply at the Office of the Publick Ledger. Jan. 10.
WANTED TO PURCHASE, A NEGRO WOMAN, who is a good House Servant and Sempstress; one without children will be preferred. For one well recommended, a liberal price will be given. Apply to the Editor. Feb. 3. tf 479
VILLAINY EXPOSED. On the 11th of August, 1805, JOHN ROBERTS, master of the Schooner Aurora, of Baltimore, sailed from Norfolk with 500 bushels of Coal, taken at City Point from one of the ships Bellisle, John Hall, master, from Glasgow. The said Coal was shipped for Mr. Merry, the British Minister at Washington; but instead of proceeding to that place, the said Roberts went round to Philadelphia, and there disposed of the Coal on his own account; after which he sold the vessel, and has not been heard of since. It was stated by him at Philadelphia, that the Coal was Virginia produce, and he entered a protest on oath before Nicholas Ditchell, Esq., Notary Public in Philadelphia, asserting that he sailed from Norfolk bound to Baltimore, with the Coal on board as ballast; and having in a heavy gale of wind sprung his foremast, was driven into port. Being bound to an adjoining state, and the cargo under the value specified in the 14th section of the Coastal Act, he was authorized to proceed without a clearance; but on his arrival at Philadelphia, being other than a district in the same or an adjoining state, in order to his being permitted to enter he made the said protest, and reported his vessel agreeably to the 22d section of the said act, declaring at the same time that the cargo was shipped by and consigned to himself. Should the said JOHN ROBERTS have returned to Baltimore, or his residence elsewhere be ascertained, it will be subserving the cause of justice to make it known to the Collector of that port, or those of Philadelphia, Norfolk or Petersburg. February 28. tf 535
TO RENT, A HOUSE pleasantly situated in the Fields, at present occupied by Mrs. Milhado.—For terms apply to David Milhado. Feb. 24. tf 527
NOTICE. MARTIN FISK has taken Mr. CHARLES J. CATLETT into partnership, the business in future will be transacted under the firm of Fisk & Catlett. Who have for Sale, 4000 pieces Yellow NANKIEENS first chop, Fresh Imperial Hyson and Young Hyson TEAS, 150 Crates Crocker's WARE, well assorted, 8 Tons Patent SHOE, assorted, 75 Kegs English GUNPOWDER, 100 Boxes London Crown GLASS, 100 Kegs White LEAD, ground in oil, 1500 lbs. SINE TWINE, 150 Casks NAILS, assorted, cut, and wrought, 200 Kegs OZANBURGS, 200 Boxes Mould CANDLES, 25 do. Spermaceti do. 50 do. Fresh CHOCOLATE, 200 lbs. Spanish Indigo, 50 Boxes fresh MUSTARD, (Dixon's Manufactury) 100 Rheams Writing PAPER, 200 do. Wrapping do. Also—This Day Landing, 50 Barrels BEEF, Boston Inspection, 50 do. MACKAREL, 12 Hogsheads choice retailing MOLASSES. Feb. 24. tf 525
SUGAR AND COFFEE. Landing this morning on Town-Point, the cargo of the brig Wheeler, from Guadalupe, consisting of Clayed and Muscovada SUGARS, And Prime Green COFFEE in tierces. To be sold on moderate terms. Robert Dickson. Feb. 7. tf 496
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. 1,000 CYPRESS PALES. 5,000 CEDAR and CHINQUETIN POSTS. Also—shall keep a supply of PLANK AND SCANTLING. Thomas H. Parker. August 19. tf 77
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY, ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street. THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, viz. 10d, 12d, 20d, Nails, 8d per lb. 8d, do. 9d per lb. Sheathing, do. 7 1-2d per lb. 6d, do. 10d per lb. 4d, do. 3s. per M. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 8d per lb. 6d, do. 4s 6d per M. 4d, do. 3s 6d per M. 3d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. 2d, do. 2s 7 1-2d do. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. March 18. 503
FOR SALE OR RENT, A PLANTATION, situated on Hampton Creek, consisting of about 500 acres; being the property on which Mr. W. Brough has long resided. It possesses all the necessary buildings for the convenience of a family, or particularly of an apple, is considered more productive than any other in that part of the country. There is also a Wind-Mill most eligibly situated.—For particulars, application may be made to Mr. G. Hope, Hampton, Mr. John Dunn, Norfolk, or the Subscriber in Richmond, who will give immediate possession. James D. M'Caw. Feb. 21. tf 519
We have received by the brig Fame, Capt. Cox, from Jamaica, 75 Puncheons high proof RUM, 4 Hogsheads MOLASSES.—For Sale by Redmond & Frith. Feb. 24. tf 523
TO PRINTERS. I WILL DISPOSE OF A FONT OF BURGEIS TYPE, Upon which the Publick Ledger is at present printed. It consists of about 600 lbs. WELL-ASSORTED LETTER, with French and Latin accents; has been carefully used; and is almost as good as when new. Should the whole be too much, any one who might incline to purchase ONE HALF, will please to make application, by letters post paid, or personally, at this Office. The terms will be liberal, and a credit will be given, if required, to a purchaser who can give good security in Norfolk or Baltimore. John Cowper. September 25. 164
NOTICE is hereby given by direction of the right honourable the Pay-Master General of his majesty's forces, that the affidavits of Officers on half pay and military allowances, who reside in the United States of America, commencing subsequently to the twenty-fourth day of December 1805, will not be passed at this office, unless the officer's place of residence, and also the county, district, or place for which the magistrate acts, before whom the said affidavit is made, (the competency of whom must be certified by the British Consul, if any shall be resident in the province or state, or by the governor, chief justice, or some other person in authority in the government thereof,) are therein specified, agreeable to the undermentioned form. D'd. Thomas, Accountant.
A. B. maketh oath, that he had not between the twenty-fourth day of _____ and the twenty-fifth day of _____ any other place, or employment of profit, civil or military, under his majesty besides his allowance of half pay, (or his military allowance, as the case may be) as a reduced _____ in the Officer to sign his name here, together with his place of residence.
Sworn before me at _____ this _____ day of _____ in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and _____ The Magistrate to sign his name here, and the county or place for which he acts. N. B. Chaplains must insert in their affidavits the following words between the words "Majesty," and "besides," viz "or any Ecclesiastical Benefice in "Great-Britain or Ireland." No alterations or interlineations of any sort will be allowed to be made in the above mentioned affidavit. January 20. tf 446
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.