The Patowmac guardian, and Berkeley advertiser (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]), 1794-03-17 00:00:00

The POTOMAC GUARDIAN, and BERKELEY ADVERTISER.
PRICE TWO DOLLARS PER ANN.]
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 1794.
[NUMBER 14—VOL 4.]
WHERE LIBERTY DWELLS, THERE IS MY COUNTRY.
Franklin.
CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES.
THE SPEECH of Mr. ROBERT RUTHERFORD, 30th January, on the Resolutions proposed by Mr. Madison.
PERHAPS too much stress has been laid on the interest of the moment and on the temper of nations. Be that as it may. The resolutions in question are truly patriotic, as they contemplate, with other objects, placing our manufactures in an easy train of progression, and retrenching a little some branches of our present commerce. And therefore this important business seems to resolve itself into two great questions, which I shall only keep in view on this occasion.
First, is there an excess in any branch of our commerce? Secondly, are these states arrived at the proper period to commence manufactures? In observing on this great business, I shall not proceed to minute deductions or abstruse reasonings. Much debate has already prevailed, and no doubt from motives the most pure and patriotic, and I trust the same purity of intention will actuate me at this time.
I have through life, been governed by a few plain maxims, and perhaps some of these may apply in the present case.
The husbandman who attends with unremitting care to his fruit trees or vines, when he discovers a branch or shoot drawing too much nourishment, he crops the luxuriant growth. And if the farmer discovers a disposition in his neighbour to divert the attention of his family from the common interest, and to pocket the fruits of their toil, he narrows the ground of future intercourse as far as possible with such neighbour.
I pay the greatest respect to the opinions of gentlemen, in short, I revere their sentiments, while I differ with them.
The United States are happily independent, and, as other nations, are to act a part on the great theatre of this world. And I am aware of the malignity, envy, jealousy, and all the other fell passions, so predominant with nations in general. I am also well aware that the commerce of this people is a subject which embraces present and remote consequences of the greatest importance. And I hope that I shall not incur the imputation of vanity, in saying that I am second to very few, in a tender and paternal regard for the well being of this our common country.
All temporal things are subject to excess, and the people, by their representatives have a right to judge when the tide, even of commerce, is verging to a dangerous and destructive channel. And shall not this great and growing country, exert a timely and cautious prudence, against the selfish policy of any nation. Surely the American people may pursue such measures as appear to be for the advantage of their free citizens without incurring the resentment of any.—But, if in despite of the purest intentions, and of justice and moderation a malignant and hostile temper in any, should be the result, it is the duty of a great and generous people, to meet the event with firmness, and indignant contempt, and to prepare for the worst.
I confess that I consider the genius of commerce, almost as a divinity, yet I cannot expand my faith with those who contend, that it may rush against, and overturn all the fences of reason, and in the end regulate itself. A position to me, as incongruous, as, that the atoms innumerable, which float in our atmosphere, shall at last adhere, and form an intelligent being.
If circumstances in the course of our commerce, are in some measure against us, and which few deny, the longer this subtle evil prevails, the more arduous the task in removing it, habits of long standing are very obstinate. We shall be told from time to time, that the period is not yet, when American manufactures may be introduced. It is natural for man to entertain a pleasing desire to remain on his native spot, and this will be the case, while the many thousands we support beyond the Atlantic, can be supplied by us with materials, and fed at home. It is in my opinion, high time to form the basis of our real independence. Some of our present commercial connections are so far on excess, as to endanger the propagation of a spirit and opinions, repugnant to the freedom and real interest of the great mass of the people, by inducing them to believe, that they ought implicitly to concur with those who advocate commerce, though in excess, be their motives what they may. It is visionary, to hope that all the agricultural productions of this extensive continent, can always find a market at the islands in the Atlantic, and those sterile tracts of Europe, which now receive them. It would afford me much real pleasure if such were the case. Fond as I am of Agriculture, and anxiously engaged for the prosperity of all that are prosecuting that very necessary and life sustaining business.
Lack of bread, or other articles which compose
our supplies, will at all times bring forward purchasers. No ship navigates the ocean to serve United America. It is interest that stimulates the mariner.
The eastern states are competent to several branches of manufacture, and to the production of wool, flax, &c. their habits of economy, patience and industry are entitled to great praise, I consider them as very respectable branches of the Union, while I admire that spirit of enterprise, conspicuous in their brave citizens. But if their scene of action should be a little circumscribed, they can be usefully employed at their peaceful homes, in the enjoyment of every domestic comfort.
The middle states are productive of iron, and other things necessary, and are prosecuting some manufactures with effect. They have from the first, been engaged in manufactures. This state, I will remember, has long attended to manufactures, and to the comfort of her artificers, which has conducted to the present opulence and real independence of their citizens. My recollection takes in the first manly growth of this state, look to it now—behold what the majesty of the people is acting and doing for the common weal.
Then why, hesitate, and thus timidly look to others for what is here attainable.
The southern states produce cotton and other necessary articles, and are susceptible of great improvement in manufactures, as great numbers of a certain description, that are for the most part idle, may be usefully and advantageously employed.
One state on the south-western frontier, can supply all nations with hemp, and it might perhaps be of public utility to encourage the growth of this valuable article, as well as some particular branches of manufacture.
Why should the American citizens, possessed of the most fertile and extensive continent with to act like those confined within very narrow limits? Let us cast our eyes to one of these great commercial nations. View their preposterous naval armaments. Are not their subjects oppressed and bowed down with taxes. But can this oppressive burden secure them against an enormous and fast increasing public debt. No—nor against perpetual conflicts, and the most violent discord with other nations.
Shall the great body of American citizens place all their hopes on the turbulent seas? Bid adieu to every endearing connection, explore every sea, and dangerous coast on the globe—for what? I bow to such intrepidity; such a spirit of enterprise. But what says reason? stay at home my sons, and comfort those with whom you are endearingly connected.
The great art of government, is to support, in comfort, the greatest numbers; and therefore the government of China is considered, by many, as a very good one, their numbers being exceeding great. These people are zealously attached to the soil of their widely extended country. The natives of China are not seen in every part of the habitable earth, nor on the remotest seas. Upon the whole, it is with me conclusive, that there may be dangerous excess even in some commercial transactions.—And that to cherish manufactures, as far as reason and the state of things dictate, is politically and absolutely necessary.
EUROPEAN INTELLIGENCE.
Further advices by the BRITISH DECEMBER PACKET.
FRANCE. NATIONAL CONVENTION.
Wednesday, December 4.
Letter from Hore, Representative of the people, with the army of the North, Dec. 4.
A RUMOUR is in circulation that the tyrant of Austria will not allow the French to rest during the winter. The Menace seems probable, for every day, and more frequently, our advanced posts are attacked. Our brave defenders know the plan, and are animated with new ardour.
“On Saturday last an action took place between Commines and Werwick, which will not be mentioned in the Brussels Gazette. Our advanced posts assembled on the first cannon shot, and what the enemy meant as a pastime, became fatal to them. The Gendarmerie crossed the Lys, some detachments of hussars, and infantry followed them, and the regiment of Landouvert, slaves, was cut to pieces, our brave troops conducted 140 prisoners, and five horses to Lisle. A few such lessons and the despots will put their slaves in quarters; and if the winter be convenient to Cobourg, we undertake to give him such a warning on the frontiers of the North as he shall remember.”
The Commissioner of provisions to the President of the Convention.
“We request you to lay before the Convention the letter sent us on the 30th Nov. by Citizen Mar-
chand, whom we sent into the department of the Pas de Calais and La Somme. The Convention will see how much the Citizens of Calais are devoted to procuring substance for our brave defenders. We add with pleasure a circumstance of which our Commissary has since informed us—that the Norwegians who bring us corn, aided by the people of Calais in their labours, and joined them in the fete in honor of Pelletier and Marat, dancing the Caramagnole, and crying prosperity to the French.
SORTIE FROM TOULON.
General Dugomier writes on the 1st of December, that on the 30th November, the English made a vigorous sally. They had already seized some advanced posts and taken a redoubt; but the French charged them with such impetuosity, that the enemy every where beaten, was forced to re-enter Toulon, after the loss of 1200 men killed and wounded. Among the prisoners is the General Commandant at Fulton, Mr. O'Hara, (loud applauses.)
Dugomier adds, that a whole camp of the enemy had been taken by the French, tents and baggage.
The army of the Moselle has not been successful in its attempt to seize Kizerlowen where 40,000 enemies were entrenched; the French made a fine retreat, in which lost not a single carriage, nor soldier. The army has carried off from Deaux-Ponts 7000 sacks of wheat, cloth, liquors, and other necessaries for the army; it has likewise taken 2000 horned cattle.
Some citizens of the United States of America, came to congratulate the Convention on the free and candid declaration they had made in the name of the French people to their Allies and Neutral Powers. They requested the establishment of a commission, charged under the inspection of the committee of Public Safety, to determine on commercial differences which might arise between the citizens of the two republics, and swore inviolable friendship to the French, who had assisted them to gain Liberty. Referred to the committee of Public Safety.
A letter was received from Lequinio and Laiguelot, Commissioners at Rochefort, intimating that a plot of the English to procure the surrender of Rochefort, l'Orient, Brest, St. Maloes, Bourdeaux and other ports of the ocean, had been seasonably discovered. That there had been found on board a vessel called l'Appollon which had been sent to Rochefort for the purpose of debauching the people numbers of papers which gave the most complete evidence that a diabolical plot was in agitation to procure the surrender of all these places, as they had procured that of Toulon. That an engineer on board the Appollon on being detected had blown out his brains, which had prevented them from drawing from him the secrets with which he was evidently entrusted. That a vessel sent to Bourdeaux for the purpose of stirring up rebellion, had been wrecked near Rochefort; that a guillotine had in consequence been erected, and had received the new name of the people's justice, which is written over the fatal national axe, and that from morning till night, the ruffians, federalists, &c. &c. who had entered into the conspiracy to sell their country, were expiating the crimes with their lives, and feeling the strokes of the people's justice.—(Applauses.)
Ferrand, Representative of the people with the army of the Upper Pyrenees, wrote that the 3 colored standard would soon be displayed on the Spanish territory. That on the 19th the Spaniards had been repulsed, and that the country of Val Carlo was at that moment in the possession of the Republic; that this conquest had cost France but a few men killed and wounded, and that the artillery had been dragged up by the strength of their own arms, 8 and 4 pounders, to the tops of steep rocks, where horses could not climb, and that neither snow, nor rivers, nor torrents, which they had to pass, could impede the courage of these young Frenchmen.
In the session of the National Convention of the 29th of November the assembly received with the utmost applause, a denunciation against the English nation by the Administrators of the Department of Garde. The infamous Pitt, as they term him, was particularly included in this denunciation, the origin of which proceeded from the massacre of 300 Frenchmen, who, they said, had been killed by the English at Genoa. They insisted on the destruction of London, and assured the Convention that they had only to decree it, and the Sans Culottes would leap over the space which separates the two countries, and London would soon be no more. They further requested, that the name of English should be proscribed in France, and the most barbarous names substituted for it, to perpetuate the remembrance of horrid massacres at Genoa. The Convention ordered it to be inserted in the Bulletin with honourable mention, but issued no decree respecting it.
The wife of Rabaut St. Etienne, lately arrested, in a fit of despair threw herself into a well, and was drowned.

The following letter was read from the representatives of the people at Angers, dated Angers, December 5.
"We hasten to inform you, that the rebels have attacked Angers, and have been beaten. They left us yesterday. The citizens of Angers have shown an energy worthy of republicans, in sustaining, as they have, a siege which lasted 48 hours."
"The women of the place, forgetting the weakness of their sex, assisted in carrying bullets and ammunition."
"The republicans of the citizens of Angers equalled the bravery of our soldiers. The rebels have left us 4 of their pieces of cannon. The fields are covered with their dead bodies. Five hundred were cut to pieces. They are retiring in disorder upon La Fleche; our cavalry are pursuing them."
The convention, after hearing this letter, declared, that the citizens of Angers had deserved well of their country.
Rosignol wrote an account of his situation. The army of Rennes, which knew of the attack of Angers, marched to that city, and entering it, after 24 hours forced march, fought with the citizens in its defence.
A post script announces, that the forces which Rosignol had sent to harass the enemy, had cut in pieces 500 of them, and that a speedy destruction of the rebels was expected.
SUNDAY, December 8.
The administrators of Strasbourg write from that city, under the date of the 4th of December, that the public spirit revives; that assignats gain upon specie; that the people prefer them to silver; that copper, iron, lead, and all metals of that city, are transported to Mentz for the founding of cannon. That Strasbourg has frequently, within the last two months, seen the enemy in its gates; That the cannon of the enemy have frequently shaken the ramparts, but not the minds of the citizens. That in spite of the presence of hostile armies, all the operations relative to subsistence have been carried on with activity and success; That the inhabitants of Strasbourg have joyfully deprived themselves of the comforts of life, for the supply of the army of the Rhine. The address concludes with inviting the members of the Convention to remain at their posts, until peace is established. Honorable mention.
MONDAY, December 9.
Read a letter from Blois, in the department of the Indre and Loire, dated December 7. "We have been in the most anxious solicitude during the last night. Different couriers have brought us word, that the rebels were marching in great force towards Vendome. Orders were instantly given to break down the bridge; and after much labour, and by the assistance of gun powder, two of the arches were destroyed. Unhappily there is much fanaticism and aristocracy throughout the department of Cher and Loire."
TUESDAY, December 10.
The representative Carnier writes from Foulout, dated the 7th instant. "That about noon on that day, a detachment of the banditti appeared under the walls of La Fleche, the bridges leading to which had been broken down. Astonished at this, they at first retreated. About two o'clock, three columns of infantry, to the number of 20,000 men, supported by a quantity of artillery, attacked us on 4 or 5 points on the river. The enemy at length got possession of a mill, which opened to them the free passage of the river. From that moment the fear of being cut off forced them to retire; which was done in great order. Notwithstanding the road towards Mons appeared so hazardous, we nevertheless went by that way, in order to cover that town."
During this battle, a very terrible fire was heard on the side of Angers, but we know no particulars.
Paris, Dec. 11. Monsieur Van den Yver, the famous banker, has been executed, with two of his sons. They were found guilty of endeavouring to ruin the credit of France, having advanced large sums of money to Madame du Barre, who sent them to Great-Britain to be placed in the British funds; of having lent 20,000 livres to the Bishop of Rochefocault, and the same sum to M. Rohan Cabor; and finally, of having been found at the Louvre with the Knights of the Poignard, to whose corps they belonged.
The trial of Madame du Barre before the Revolutionary Tribunal, was concluded on the morning of the 8th instant. The jury having pronounced her guilty of the charges adduced against her, she was condemned to die. As soon as sentence was passed upon her, she declared that she had important secrets to disclose. The execution of the sentence of death was therefore ordered to be suspended.
Brussels, Dec. 12. Several letters from the borders of the Rhine mention a fresh action, which took place, it is supposed, on the 6th instant. They state that Gen. Wurmser attacked the enemy at several points, completely defeated them, killed a great number, and took several pieces of cannon.
A letter from Courtray contains as follows: "We yesterday received intelligence that a column of Carmagnoles, consisting of 11,000 men, had sallied out of Lille towards Menin. Troops and artillery were dispatched after them immediately, but Menin does not seem to be their object, and we cannot yet learn what the enemy have in view: The artillery however is not returned."
HAGENU, December 4.
On the 1st instant, the republicans made a general attack. The action was very bloody, and lasted till night. The enemy, it was thought, were completely routed; but on the following day they re-
After repeated efforts to break our ranks and push forwards, they were again repulsed with the loss of 7 cannon. Gen. Keglevick was killed by a cannon ball. The Duke de Bourbon, who with the duke d'Enghein, his son, at the head of a column of horse, charged the enemy, was wounded in the hand; and Duke d'Enghein surrounded and a prisoner for a short time. As the Carmagnoles directed their main attack against the division of Condé with a force greatly superior, this corps was obliged to fall back; but having received sufficient reinforcements, the Prince of Conde dismounted, and marching sword in hand at the head of the infantry, fell upon the enemy, routed them, delivered his grandson, and took 5 pieces of cannon. The patriots retreated towards Strasbourg.
L O N D O N,
December 5. The 34th and 41st regiments are ordered to Toulon from Ireland.
The flank companies from fourteen regiments on the Irish establishment, consisting of 100 rank and file each, are to be formed into four battalions—two of grenadiers, and two of light infantry. The whole compose a body of 2800 men, the finest troops in the British service. Their particular destination is not known.
December 14. Letters from Dunkheim, dated December 2, state, that the French army is stationed behind Carlberg. The Prussian Van is at Katzenbach, and General Szekuli took this day from the Sans-Culottes behind Landstuhl two hundred horses, a military chest containing 18,000 livres, and a great number of baggage waggons; three French Commissaries, and 100 men were taken prisoners, and the victorious Prussians took an immense deal of booty.
Lord Howe's return to Sea may yet give him an opportunity of bringing in some ships of the enemy. Sixteen sail of the line it may be expected, will come out of Brest, to protect their valuable convoy, now on its way from America.
DECEMBER 16.
For the account of the late action in Deux-Ponts and Alsace, we refer our readers to the letter from Brussels. When they observe the numbers of the killed and wounded, they will perhaps, pause to consider whether the objects of the war may not be too dearly purchased. Till we read the article from Brussels in the London Gazette, we were persuaded that our correspondent's information had greatly exaggerated the carnage. But when we saw there the loss of the enemy stated at 15,000 without the least mention of the loss of the Allies, we were satisfied that the slaughter on both sides had been too great to be published in any official form by either party. We must still wait for further intelligence, before we can pretend to say on which side all this bloodshed has inclined to scale.
December 17. Last night dispatches were received from the head-quarters of his Royal Highness the Duke of York, dated the 13th instant. The army under the command of his Royal Highness was upon the point of marching to Ghent, its appointed winter quarters.
By the Dutch mail, which came in last night, we had further accounts of the bloody action which took place between the Duke of Brunswick and the French, on the 1st instant.
Although the republicans were driven back with great loss on the first onset, yet they returned to the attack a second time. It was on this occasion that, in the army of Gen. Wurmser, Gen. Keglevick was shot, and the Duke of Bourbon wounded in the hand. The corps under the command of the Prince de Conde was principally engaged in this action.
On the 4th, the French made a fresh attack, in which they were also repulsed.
The accounts from the army of the Duke of Brunswick state, that the French has evacuated Bliescastle, and retreated to Saarbruck.
Letters from Madrid of the 3d ult. state, that a corps of 60,000 men has been ordered to be raised to reinforce the Spanish army.
A warrant, it is said, has been issued by the Lord Provost and Sheriff of Edinburgh, for the arrest of the eldest son of a Scotch Peer, who took an active part in the business of the British Convention.
December 20. Letters from Lord Howe's fleet inform us that not one of our line-of-battle ships were ever nearer than within 4 miles of the French. The accounts brought home, therefore, by the first ships that left the fleet, must have been erroneous. Nothing is more difficult than to calculate distances at sea; a mistake, therefore, might easily happen.
December 21. By our accounts from Franckfort, dated December 13th, we learn that large detachments of Imperial troops are daily filing off through that city, to reinforce the army of General Wurmser, or that of the Prince of Saxe Cobourg.
Besides the attack with the republicans made upon the Austrians and the corps of the Prince de Conde, on the 2d instant, they hazarded a 2d attack, on the 8th, on the whole corps of Conde, and upon the right wing of the Austrians. They were, however repulsed with great loss.
The corps of Conde lost, on this occasion, the brave General Geld.
Mr. Datre, the messenger, arrived yesterday evening at the Secretary of State's office, with dispatches from Tourney, which place is still the head quarters of the British army in Flanders. His letters, which are dated on the 17th instant, relate, we understand, some approaches of the enemy, who hold the allied troops continually upon the alert, but have not ventured upon any serious attack. Their numbers have considerably increased of late,
Government has certainly received dispatches from Toulon, the chief contents of which are preserved with much secrecy. We are happily able, however, to contradict a report which has risen since their arrival of the abandonment of that place by the allies. Though the French have succeeded in establishing themselves on several of the surrounding heights, the allies, when the dispatches came away, were in possession not only of the place, but of all its forts, near the most important of which, Fort Malgue, Lord Hood had drawn up the British fleet. The harbour being exposed to shot and shells, his Lordship took this measure, a few days before the departure of the messenger for Gibraltar, from whence the account arrived.
The enemy, it is true, are in great force in the neighbourhood, and the dispatches contain a request for immediate reinforcements. On account of the great number and extent of the posts to be maintained, 40,000 men, it is said, are stated to be necessary for the defence of the place.
A letter from Jersey, dated the 15th inst. were written by a gentleman employed in an official capacity, announces that one of the agents sent into Brittany to inform the Royalists of the arrival of Earl Moira at Guernsey, is returned thither, after executing his commission, and brings the following very important news.
"That a numerous body of the royalist army had marched towards La Guerche, situated between Angers and Rennes, and 6 leagues from the latter city; that a very bloody engagement had ensued in which the Carmagnole army lost a great many men in killed and wounded, with all their artillery; that the city of Rennes was thrown into great alarm, and demanded succours on all sides."
This news is confirmed by letters from Earl Moira, at Guernsey, dated the 17th, who had received an express of the above news. But we have not learnt the date when this action took place.
In consequence of the above information, we have the best reason to believe, that Admiral Macbride has received fresh notice to hold himself in readiness to put to sea again immediately, as the royalists have announced their intention of returning to the sea coast.
We understand it is the intention of the royalists to march first to Rennes, from thence to Dinan, not far distant from St. Maloe's, and having gained possession of the latter place, it will be an easy task to gain the harbour of St. Cas.
It is not precisely known, whether the column of the royalists which engaged at La Guerche is the same which formerly advanced towards Dol, and afterwards proceeded towards Anjou; or whether it is the corps commanded by M. Charrette, which, after taking Chemill, was about to pass the Loire, and enter Brittany.
Extract of a letter from Dover, dated December 19.
This morning arrived from Ostend the Turkish Ambassador; his name is Jusuf Effendi; he has a suit of about 20 persons, amongst which is an Aga of the Janissaries. On his landing, the guns of the castle and forts were fired: A guard of grenadiers was ordered from the Devonshire militia, and their band plays before the inn he is at. He appears very affable and fond of being seen.
"The Ambassador departs to morrow for the capital. Before he sets off the military will be drawn out, and every attention shown him that is possible."
The arrival of the Turkish Ambassador in this country has given rise to a variety of speculations concerning the object of his embassy. Some have supposed that it must be to negotiate a general peace: This is, of all others, the most absurd conjecture that can be made. We believe that the public will find the true cause of this mission is the wish of the Ottoman Porte to be better informed of European politics; not trusting any longer to Jew agents or uninformed correspondents.
BASSETERRE, (St. Kitt's) Jan. 16.
On Sunday last arrived here, his Majesty's ship Ulysses with drafts for the 9th regiment. The Ulysses is one of Sir John Jervis's Squadron, which arrived at Barbadoes last week. We have been very particular in learning the strength of this armament in ships and men, which is as follows;
Boyne 98 guns, Sir John Jervis, Vengeance 74, Commodore Thompson, Irresistable 64, Veteran 64, Woolwich 44, Ulysses 44, Quebec 32, Vesuvius Bomb Ketch,
And upwards of 70 sail Transports, having on board about 10,000 picked men, with the largest train of artillery ever before shipped from England; Prince Edward with the 7th regiment, of which he is Colonel, is expected momentarily to join the expedition, from Quebec: Rear Admiral Gell is also on his way for the West-Indies from Gibraltar, with six sail of the line and two regiments of foot; Major General Present had 2000 men ready for embarkation at Barbadoes; the Scepter of 64 guns and several frigates, have been for some time blocking up Fort Royal and St. Pierre's, so that the whole force which will immediately attack Martinico, will be from 12 to 13,000 land forces; not to mention the French Emigrants.
The Rose frigate and Zebra sloop of war, parted from the fleet and went to Madeira for wine.
The Asia of 64 guns, and the Adamant of 50, with some frigates are to convoy the English merchantmen, the Asia and Adamant are afterwards to join Sir John Jervis's Squadron.

UNITED STATES.
NEW-YORK, February 26.
COMMUNICATION.
A gentleman in London, December 16, writes the following to his friend in this city—the authenticity of which any genuine ARISTOCRAT will vouch for.—“Intelligence has this day been received at Lord Grenville's office, which states, that on the 30th of November a general engagement took place between the French and combined armies, which continued the best part of the day. From the immense number of the French the event of the conflict was some time doubtful; but at length, by a masterly manœuvre of his Royal Highness the Duke of York (who was not more than 30 leagues from the place of action, and which plainly proves the superiority of British skill and valor) the French began to give way, and a most dreadful carnage ensued—The French army was totally cut to pieces, not even one escaped to tell the dreadful tale—So great was the torrent of blood, shed on this occasion, that the whole country, for 10 miles round, was entirely inundated by it. The torrent carried away, in its bloody course, several lofty bridges and 2 or 3 stone buildings. The loss on the part of the combined armies was inconsiderable, being only ONE MAN killed, and 2 or 3 slightly wounded. All their baggage, &c. would have fallen into the hands of the combined armies, had they not been swept away by the bloody torrent. Early the next morning intelligence was received at head quarters, that the French army were making disposition to renew the attack! in consequence of which, the combined armies fell back, to occupy a more advantageous position!”
PHILADELPHIA, March 1.
Extract of a letter from Lisbon, dated December 7.
Yesterday's post from Cadiz, mentions their having advices from Gibraltar of the Algerines being all gone in; we are afraid, however, this is not much to be depended upon, though the risk during the winter is certainly less. We note you on the other side for the information of yourself and friends the late arrivals in Cadiz—the last here was on the 18th of November, the Wasington, George DeKay, from New-York.
Produce continues demanded, and there is every appearance of its being higher in the spring, when the present stock will be consumed, and we shall receive little or nothing from America.—Wheat 560 to 660 rees per alquer. Indian corn 400 per ditto. We sold lately a cargo of the latter, from Norfolk, which though damaged by the worm or fly, nets above a dollar per bushel. Staves much wanted. We are selling the Wasington's cargo at 90,000 rees per short thousand, and they would have fetched 100,000, if they had had the proper length of 57 inches.
Lisbon white-wines, 62,000 to 74,000 rees per pipe. Carcavello, 72,000 to 84,000 per ditto according to age. Salt, 1850 rees per moy. Spanish dollars, 750 rees each.
Hoping to be acquainted soon that America has taken some spirited and effectual measures to clear our coasts of the pirates, into whose clutches 10 or 12 vessels, at least, have fallen, we remain, with sincere esteem, &c.”
NORFOLK, February 25.
On Sunday last arrived in Hampton Roads the brig Two Sisters, Capt. Jones, in 30 days from St. Eustatia. Captain Jones informs that the day before he failed a proclamation was received there from the Windward islands, which authorised the British ships of war and privateers, to capture all neutral vessels who have French property on board; vessel and cargo considered lawful prize. That the laws in force at the time of the reign of Louis XVI. are to be the laws by which the Americans are to be guided, and that all vessels that have other produce than tafia and molasses on board are to be condemned, vessels and cargo, for the benefit of the captors, as illegal traders. In consequence of the above a number of vessels had already been condemned, among which were the brig Richmond, Captain Dayes, belonging to Portsmouth, and the sloop Diligent, Captain Cunningham, of this port.
The English fleet had arrived at Barbadoes, consisting of 17 sail of the line, and some frigates, with 10,000 troops, destined for the attack of the French islands.
BALTIMORE, March 12.
A report has been circulated for some days past, in Philadelphia, and has obtained general belief, that General Clark has gone down the Mississippi, with 2000 men, on an expedition against New-Orleans. The general government have unequivocally denied having given the least countenance direct, or indirect, to this attempt.
A letter from a gentleman in Philadelphia, to his correspondent in this town, says, “Our situation is truly critical. The indiscretion of some of our citizens affords subject of serious disquietude. It is certain that General Clark, under a commission from M. Genet, has gone down from Kentucky, with 2000 men, against New Orleans. He will be joined by others from South-Carolina and Georgia.
The allied army at the evacuation of Toulon, took with them two of the French line of battle ships, and three frigates, having, it is said, previously burnt all the remainder.
It is said, that when Lord Hood should receive a reinforcement from England, he was to sail on an expedition against the island of Corsica.
A letter was received at Hager's Town on Saturday last, from a gentleman in Philadelphia, which stated, that a cutter had arrived there express, with despatches from the British court to their Minister, requiring, through him, a definitive determination of Congress, either to join the league of despots in the conquest of the French Republic, or to consider the United States at war with the powers now engaged in that (we trust) vain attempt, and that they must, in six weeks, declare their intentions, as any further state of neutrality would not be countenanced. This interesting communication being laid before Congress, the galleries were shut, and little doubt remained but a WAR would be the immediate consequence.
We last evening received a Baltimore paper of the 13th inst. containing the following important intelligence, received by the Morning Star, arrived at New-York from Carthagena:
That on the night of the 16th of December, the army of the Republic of France, investing Toulon, made a general assault—that after a very great carnage on both sides, the assailants became masters of it at 8 o'clock next morning—that during the attack, a council of war was held by the besieged, who came to a resolution to carry away as many of the royalists as they could, and burn the citadel, which was accordingly done—that so great was the precipitation of the allies, that they left behind all their artillery—that numbers who went down to the shipping, imploring to be taken on board, being refused, threw themselves into the water and were drowned—that on the 19th the British fleet got under way, and proceeded to the islands of Heirs, and the Spanish fleet sailed for Carthagena, where they arrived in great confusion on the 1st of January—that on the evacuation, immediate possession was taken by the besiegers, who ordered the inhabitants to collect in the grand square—separated the republicans from those who had traitorously surrendered the place, and put the whole of the latter to the sword;—the former with all the women were spared;—after executing vindictive justice in this summary manner, order was immediately restored.—and that the Duke of York, crowned with the laurels acquired by his British skill and valor , arrived in London on the 20th.
A letter from St. Eustatius of the 1st instant says, that the Quebec frigate had arrived at St. Kitts from England, with orders for an immediate embargo to be laid on all American vessels in the British West-India islands, and which had taken place. From a computation, 93 sail were at Jamaica, and upwards 200 sail at the islands. This transaction has not much the appearance of peace with America.
At a special Court held here on Thursday last, Michael Montgomery, of Holstein, was examined, charged with having passed at Charlestown, counterfeit bank notes of the United States and North-American Banks.—The Court, after thoroughly examining the witnesses, and attending to the pleadings of the counsel, were of opinion, that he should be sent for further trial—he was accordingly escorted to Winchester on Friday. A person by the name of Dixon, who it appeared was the principal in this business, made his escape soon after being apprehended.
A late New-York paper says, “five French ships of war, and several frigates, entered the Delaware a few days past.”
Thursday the 6th instant, No. 13,349, drew the 2d prize, 25 000 dollars, in the Wasington Hotel Lottery. This fortunate ticket is the property of Mr. Thomas Richards, of Alexandria.
Governor Lee, of this State, has drawn the 4th prize, 15,000 dollars, in the same lottery.
The Hotel was drawn by three lads, apprentices to a tanner, in Philadelphia, and not by the gentlemen mentioned in a former paper.
The French National Convention, November 17, on the report of the Committee of Safety, decreed as follows:
“The National Convention declares it to be their constant resolution to shew themselves terrible to their enemies, generous to their allies, and just to all people.
“The treaties now subsisting with the United States of America, and with the Swiss, shall be scrupulously executed.”
NOTICE.
THE Captains of the 67th Regiment of Militia, and the Field Officers of the said Regiment, are requested to meet in MARTINSBURG, on Monday the 24th instant, in order to fix the Districts in which they are respectively to inroll their several Companies. MOSES HUNTER, Lt. Col. Commandant.
March 14, 1794.
FOR SALE.
A negro wench, who understands cooking, house-work, &c. apply to
DAVID HUNTER.
Martinsburg, March 16, 1794.
THE Subscriber has erected a STOCKING FRAME, and commenced this day to work thereon. Said Frame is of the first and finest kind in this County, he therefore expects the patronage of the Public. The price for weaving stockings, are from four to five shillings per pair, &c.
JOHN SHOBER.
Martinsburg, March 12, 1794.
House of the Subscriber,
On Wednesday, the 19th Instant, A variety of Household and Kitchen Furniture, consisting of Beds, bedding, bedsteads, desk, tables, chairs, &c.
The terms to be made known on the day of sale, which will begin at Ten o'clock.
TO BE RENTED,
The well-known House and Lot, whereon I now live, suitable for a Tavern or Store. WILLIAM CRAGHILL, jun.
Martinsburg, March 13, 1794.
On Tuesday, the 1st day of April next, Will be sold by PUBLIC AUCTION, at the Dwelling House of the Subscriber,
A variety of valuable
Household and Kitchen Furniture, Consisting of beds, bedding, bedsteads, chest of drawers, corner cupboard, chairs, tables, crockery and glass ware, pewter, pots, kettles, &c. &c.
Also, a compleat set of Saddler's Tools.
It is hoped the creditors of the estate of the late William Skinner, will attend as purchasers, as it is earnestly wished their just demands may be paid.
Nine months credit will be given, on bond with approved security. The sale to begin at ten o'clock.
REBECCA SKINNER.
Martinsburg, March 15, 1794.
THE Subscriber takes this method to inform the inhabitants of Martinsburg, and its vicinity, that he intends to commence the DYING business. He will colour woollen, cotton and linen thread of any dye required; he will also be answerable for the stuff to his hands delivered, and the colour to stand. He will gratefully receive, and expects the patronage of the public.
JOHN FLEEK.
Martinsburg, March 12, 1794.
High Flyer,
Will cover Mares this Season, at the Subscriber's, two miles from Charles-Town, at the low price of Four Dollars the season, payable the first of October next, with cash, or merchantable wheat at cash price, delivered at any of the merchant mills in this neighbourhood. This horse (formerly the property of Mr. Robert Throckmorton, of this County) is full sixteen hands high, a fine bay, strong and active, his limbs well proportioned, a good carriage and figure; his blood not inferior to any covering horse in the County. The season will commence the 18th instant, and end on the 15th of July. Pasturage at two shillings per week, but not answerable for escapes, or accidents.
T. RUTHERFORD, jun.
Berkeley, March 18, 1794.
TO BE SOLD, A PLANTATION,
Containing 410 acres of Land, in two improvements, lying near Opeckon, on the road leading from Mr. James Struble's to Dean's Mill. In one of the improvements there are 130 acres cleared, has a square log-house and double barn, with apple and peach orchard, two large streams of water sufficient for a saw-mill half the year, and several small springs; on the other is a small cabin, about 25 acres cleared, with 6 acres of meadow, and 13 or 14 more may be made. For further particulars, apply to the subscriber, living on the premises.
SAMUEL WATSON.
March 15, 1794.
Forty Dollars Reward.
ON Friday night, the 7th instant, was stolen from Mr. Barnhouse's tavern, in Charles-Town, a Black Horse, about 14 1/2 hands high, his shoulders bare, by means of the thistle; his off hind foot white, and some white hairs in his forehead.—Whoever will return the said horse to me, with the thief, shall have the above reward, or 20 Dollars for the horse. DENNIS DUFFIELD.
March 14, 1794.
TO THE PUBLIC.
HAVING observed in the Potomac Guardian, a scurrilous advertisement, signed Aaron Farden, purporting a number of lies, from transactions said to have been done by my wife Jane Dunlap; I hereby assure the Public, that my wife was only maintaining my right in consequence of a line mutually run between the said Farden and myself;—the circumstances are strictly these, that Farden, in my absence, came over the line we had determined on, to erect a fence, and my wife opposed him in supporting my just claim, which she was in duty bound to do. Mr. Farden has been no sufferer from any injury done on his own premises, I therefore trust no censure will remain, in consequence of his advertisement. JOSEPH DUNLAP.
March 16, 1794.

SEAT OF THE MUSES.
From the London Morning Chronicle.
EPIGRAM ON THE PRESENT WAR.
A glorious war, JOHN BULL, where the whole gain is "grinning honor," for the thousands slain; "Tis false," say our allies, "for JOHN shall get, Full fifty millions sterling—more in debt!"
THE HEDGE HOG AND THE FOX.
A POLITICAL FABLE.
BEHOLD Britannia, fortify'd With wooden walls, and Neptune's tide, Can every vaunting foe despise, In self defence her prowels lies; But should the often interfere In foreign broils, and domineer, She may expect a reckoning day No coffers can forever pay. With pointed armour fortified, The hedge-hog every foe defied; While roll'd up in a ball he lay, His enemies were kept at bay: A Fox that knew all threats were vain, Address'd him thus in flattering strain; "Arise, great Sir, assert your worth, Display your armour, sally forth? Your presence will the forest awe, You'll give the savage nation law." Tir'd of security and ease, Willing to share as well as please, The hedge-hog pompously walk'd out, When Reynard seiz'd him by the snout, And soon convinc'd th' unhappy fool, He should have kept to nature's rule. Hence let Britannia warning take, And no Quixotic sallies make, But recollect ere 'tis too late, The hedge-hog's folly and his fate.
J. G. KONECKE, and Co. Are this day removing their Goods from the house of Mr. William Craghill, to their NEW STORE, one door North of the FOUNTAIN-INN, Where (in addition to their former supply) they are now opening a very large assortment of Dry and Wet Goods, Groceries, &c. far superior in quantity, quality, and variety, to any they have yet offered for sale in this town. Martinsburg, March 10, 1794.
ROBERT M'KNIGHT, Sign of the RISING SUN, Martinsburg, HAS removed to that large and commodious house formerly occupied by Mr. Alex. Rodgers, where he is furnished with a number of retired rooms, with fire places, for the reception of gentlemen who will be so obliging as to favour him with their custom; and am, for former favours received from the public, their very humble servant. ROBERT M'KNIGHT. Martinsburg, March 10th, 1794.
NOTICE. We earnestly request all persons indebted to us to call and pay off their respective balances; and those whose accounts are unsettled, we hope will at least call and close the same by giving their bonds for the balances that may appear to be due (if cash be wanting) as we are positively determined to close our books immediately, and in order to prevent unsuccessful applications, we give this information, that we have declined the crediting business entirely, and now offer a large assortment of well chosen GOODS, on the most moderate terms, for ready pay. We have at all times, a compleat assortment of Saddles and Bridles on hand, at low prices. We thank the public for the encouragement already received, and hope to merit a continuance.
J. & J. RIDDLE. Martinsburg. March 8, 1794. LOST from a Mare which broke away from Mr. Casper Walper's, at the Stone-House, on the evening of the first ult. a single skirted SADDLE, almost new, with plated bosses, buff facing, striped saddle cloth, and iron stirrups. Whoever has found the said Saddle, and will deliver it at Capt. Lemen's, Shepherd's-Town, at Mr. Walper's, or to the Subscriber, shall have one dollar for their trouble. WILLIAM KEARNEY. March 8, 1794.
JOHN ORR, BEGS leave to inform the public, that he has rented the Distill-House lately occupied by Mr. George Frank, near the oil mill, in Martinsburg, where he is now carrying on the Distilling Business. Any person delivering grain to him, or at either of the mills, to be distilled, shall receive five quarts of good merchantable liquor for each bushel of grain delivered as above;—or should any farmer want the whole proceeds of his grain, he will deliver ten quarts of good liquor for every bushel of grain received, and will wait for his pay for distilling until after harvest. He returns his thanks to the merchants of Shepherd's-Town and this town, who have encouraged him in the Bruh and Sieve making business, and acquaints them that he shall continue that employment. The highest price will be given for hogs bristles and horse hair. March 10, 1794.
THE Subscriber, most respectfully returns her thanks to her friends, who favored her with the tuition of their children the last season, and informs them, that the will again open school on the first day of May next, at the late dwelling house of Mr. Thomas Duncan's, where she teaches plain sewing and tampler, Tambo, Dresden work and flowering with colours, English and French embroidery, reading, &c. &c. MARGARET GREGORY. A few Boarders would be taken. March 8, 1794.
THE Subscriber having published that he should leave this County by the first day of April next, now wishes to inform the public, that he has postponed his removal, and shall continue to carry on his business of Saddle-Tree making in this County, as usual. He will give good encouragement to a journeyman, and would take an apprentice to the above business. FRANCIS BIDDLE. March 10, 1794.
Young Traveller,
WILL stand the ensuing season, at the plantation of the Subscriber, upon the Winchester road, three miles from Shepherd's-Town, adjoining Capt. James Kearney's, on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, in each week; and at Paul Verdier's, in Martinsburg, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, in each week, at the moderate price of Three Dollars the season, Five Dollars to insure a colt, or Eight Shillings the single leap, cash to be paid at the time of covering. The money for the season to be paid by the 1st day of September next. YOUNG TRAVELLER is a beautiful dark brown, full seventeen hands high, rising five years old next grass, was bred in the State of New-Jersey, out of the noted horse called Ajax; Ajax was got by an imported dray horse, out of a full blooded imported mare, both of which were imported from England by William Allen, late of Philadelphia; his dam was got by a full blooded imported Hunter, called Hector, and her dam was a full blooded mare, both of which were imported from England by Governor Reed, late of Philadelphia. The season to commence on the 18th inst. and close on the 1st of July. JAMES VERDIER. March 1, 1794.
MUNSTER,
RISING five years old, will stand this season at the late William Patterson, Esq.'s plantation, and will cover mares at 17/6, Pennsylvania currency, the season. This horse is near 17 hands high, of a beautiful dapple dark-brown bay, strong and well made, of an elegant carriage and figure. He was got by the noted horse Munster, who is of the dray breed, and is the largest and handsomest horse of his age in the county. Munster's dam was got by Capt. Newkirk's noted horse Sterling. The money for the season to be paid by the 1st of September next. Merchantable wheat or rye, delivered at Beeson's or Patterson's mills, at cash price, will be received in payment. JAMES PORTER. March 1, 1794.
TO be leased for three years, to any person who will erect thereon a log house, 20 by 16 feet, a half acre Lot on the new street lately laid off on the land of Jonathan Perkins, one quarter of a mile from Winchester Application to be made to MARTIN CARTMELL. March 1, 1794.
FOR SALE, AT THE PRINTING OFFICE, Blank Deeds of Bargain and Sale.
SHEPHERD'S-TOWN, February 12, 1794. ALL persons indebted to me, whole bonds, bills, notes, or open accounts are due, or indebted in any way to the estates of Thomas Shepherd, William Green, or Frederick Oller, deceased, are hereby earnestly requested to come and settle the same before March court next, as no longer indulgence can be given, and those who have demands against any of the aforesaid estates, will please to make them known that they may be settled. A house and lot, part of the estate of Thomas Shepherd, to be let for one or a term of years. JOHN MORROW.
AND All persons indebted to the estate of Charles Morrow, deceased, for dealings in this town, or at Mr. Daniel's mill, or for purchases made at the different sales of said estate, or in any other way, are hereby earnestly requested to make payment before March court next, as no further indulgence can be given, and those who have demands against the said estate, are requested to make them known that they may be settled by JOHN MORROW AND JOHN KEARSLEY. Executors.
THE subscriber having determined to return to the Bar, respectfully informs his fellow citizens, that he shall confine his practice to the District Court, held in Winchester, and to the Courts of the Counties of Berkeley and Frederick. By thus narrowing his circuit, he will be enabled to pay particular attention in court, to every case which may be intrusted to him, and at the same time to pursue a business more agreeable to himself, should he meet with the public countenance, that of conveyancing and giving advice in his chamber; he will seldom be from home, and in his absence a young gentleman capable of receiving communications, and of transacting common business, will constantly attend in the office. ALEX. WHITE. Woodville, Frederick County, February 27, 1794.
THE subscriber informs the public, that he has just opened a SCHOOL on the place where he lives, in the neighbourhood of Charles-Town, in which he will teach the LATIN and GREEK languages; ENGLISH GRAMMAR, WRITING, ARITHMETIC, GEOGRAPHY, or any other of the ARTS or SCIENCES for which there may be application made. The terms of tuition are as follows—five pounds for the learned languages, and fifty shillings for the English a year, to be paid at the end of every six months. He would also inform the public, that he lives in a neighbourhood where boarding may be had very convenient in very respectable houses, and would have no objections to take one or two boarders himself. Berkeley County, February 25, 1794. } WILLIAM HILL, A.B.
Young Spot, Will cover this season, at the Plantation of Nathaniel Cartmell, at the head of Opeckon, 5 miles from Winchester, at Fifteen Shillings and one bushel of oats the season, the oats to be brought with the mares, the money paid by the first of November next, and a note of hand given for the sum which may be due when the mares are taken away. Country produce will be received in payment (if paid immediately) at the market price.
The sire of Young Spot was got by Edmund Turner, Esq.'s horse Spot.—Spot was got by the Duke of Ancestor's horse Blank, which covered at Tea Guinea a mare. Young Spot's dam was got by General Zane's noted horse Bold Ranger. Young Spot is three years old the 1st day of June next, is full 16 1/2 hands high, a bright sorrel, well formed, and handsomely gated. Good pasturage may be had, gratis, but I will not be answerable for any mare that may be stolen, strayed, or escaped, in any manner whatever. MARTIN CARTMELL. Frederick-County, March 1, 1794.
NOTICE. THE Subscriber requests those that are indebted to him by open account, to come and settle, and if they cannot discharge what may be due, to give their obligations, as their accounts may be closed by the first of April next; he then purposed to open a large assortment of Merchandise, and wants his accounts settled before he begins business again, as they have been long standing. JOSEPH MINGHINI.
WANTED, A small Plantation, within a few miles of Martinsburg, for which real property in said town will in part be given. Apply to the Printer.