Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1806-09-10 00:00:00

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
Phoenix Fire-Office.
The Subscriber, Agent to the PHOENIX ASSURANCE COMPANY, of London, for the State of Virginia, begs leave to inform the publick, that he is now fully empowered to subscribe Policies of Insurance for property against Fire throughout the United States of America, in conformity to the Proposals hereunto subjoined.
N B. FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS can be insured in one risk on Buildings and their contents, and also on Ships and their Cargoes on board, in the First Class, but in all cases where Ten Thousand Dollars are exceeded, a special agreement must be made with the Agent, and an increase of premium added to those mentioned in the proposals, of not less than one eighth per cent. on the whole sum insured.
Richard Taylor.
September 8.
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157
PROPOSALS
From the PHOENIX COMPANY, OF LONDON,
For Insuring Houses, Buildings, Stores, Ships in Harbour, Goods, Wares, and Merchandise, FROM LOSS OR DAMAGE BY FIRE.
INSURANCE from loss or damage by Fire, hath been found a measure of great importance to the happiness of families, and has given additional security to commercial transactions. The distinguished approbation with which the publick throughout Great-Britain received the improved system of this Office, occasioned frequent application for the Insurance of Property in the principal cities and towns of Europe and America, and induced the Company, many years since, to extend their plan to the Western Continent. The Phoenix Company can refer to the unerring test of experience to ascertain their character; and, gratified by the unbounded confidence they have obtained upon the continent of America, and for the purpose of facilitating to the inhabitants the means of effecting insurance on their property, the Directors have lately determined to extend the sum which they have been accustomed to insure in any single risk, and have arranged Rates of Premium upon the various descriptions of property, which they trust, will be found moderate, just and equitable. The promptitude with which this office has adjusted the claims of sufferers, and the solidity of the funds, are so well known, that it is unnecessary to offer more on the subject, than to refer those who desire information, to the merchants of London, with whom they correspond.
* * In this office no injured person is liable to any call to make good the losses of others; but in case of Fire, the sufferer will be indemnified by the company. The company also make good losses on property burnt by lightning.
Rates of Annual Premiums to be paid for Assurances against Fire.
No. I. Hazards of the First Class, viz. Brick or Stone Buildings, covered with tile, slate, or metal. Furniture or Merchandise, not hazardous contained in such buildings.
For sums not exceeding 10,000 Dollars in one Risk, 37 1-2 Cents per annum, per 100 Dollars.
No. II. Hazards of the Second Class, viz. Buildings having the Four Walls entirely of Brick or Stone, carried through the roof and covered with boards or shingles. Furniture or Merchandise, not hazardous, contained in such buildings. Hazardous Goods, viz. Pitch, Tar, Turpentine, Salt-petre, Flax, Hemp, Oils, and Tallow, in buildings of the first class.
For sums not exceeding 10,000 dollars in one risk, 56 1-4 cents per annum per 100 dollars.
No. III. Hazards of the Third Class, viz. Buildings constructed partly with brick or stone, and partly with wood, or having either of the four walls of frame work, lined with brick. Furniture or Merchandise not hazardous, contained in such buildings. Hazardous goods, viz. Pitch, Tar, Turpentine, Salt-petre, Flax, Hemp, Oils and Tallow, in buildings of the second class.
For sums not exceeding 10,000 Dollars in one Risk, 75 Cents per annum per 100 Dollars.
No. IV. Hazards of the Fourth Class, viz. Timber or slight Buildings covered with shingles or boards. Furniture or Merchandise not hazardous, contained in such Buildings. Hazardous Goods, viz. Pitch, Tar, Turpentine, Salt-Petre, Flax, Hemp, Oils, and Tallow, in Buildings of the third class.
For sums not exceeding 10,000 dollars in one risk, 100 to 150 cents per annum, per 100 dollars.
* * Ships in port and their Cargoes, Ships Building or Repairing; also, Barges and other Small Craft, with Goods on board, may be insured against Fire.
† † Larger sums may be insured by special agreement.—All buildings in contiguity to other hazardous buildings, or in other respects situated disadvantageously, will be charged at an extra premium.—The rates may also in some cases be proportionably moderated upon Timber Buildings in the country, or when standing single and detached, or attended with circumstances of peculiar security.
‡ ‡ Tallow-Melters, Soap Makers, Brewers, Vinegar, and Sweet Makers, Hemp and Flax Dressers, Printing-Houses, Coopers, Carpenters, Cabinet-Makers, Coach-Makers, Malt-Houses, Bakers, Ship Chandlers, Boat Builders, Rope-Makers, Sugar-Refiners, Distillers, Chemists, Varnish-Makers, Turpentine-Works, Theatres, and all Mills and Machinery, are deemed extra-hazardous, and the rate upon such risks will be proportionably increased.
CONDITIONS OF INSURANCE.
I. Persons desirous to make Insurance on Buildings, are to deliver to the agent the following particulars, viz.—Of what materials the walls and roof of each building are constructed, as well as the construction of the buildings contiguous thereto—whether the same are occupied as private dwellings, or how otherwise—where situated—a so, the name or names of the present occupiers.
Each building must be separately valued, and a specified sum insured thereon—and in like manner a separate sum insured on the property contained therein.
All Manufacturers which contain Furnaces, Kilns, Stoves, Cookers, Ovens, or otherwise use Fire-Heat, are chargeable at additional rates.
In the Insurance of Goods, Wares, or Merchandise, the building or place in which the same are deposited, is to be described; also, whether such goods are of the kinds denominated hazardous, and whether any manufactory is carried on in the premises. And if any person or persons shall insure his or their buildings or goods, and shall cause the same to be described in the Policy otherwise than as they really are, so as the same be charged at a lower premium than is herein proposed, such Insurance shall be of no force.
II. Goods held in trust, or on commission, are to be insured as such, otherwise the Policy will not extend to cover such property.
III. No loss or damage to be paid on Fire happening by any Invasion, Foreign Enemy, Civil Commotion, Riot, or any Military or usurped Power whatever; nor for damage done by Fire occasioned by Earthquakes or Hurricanes: but this Company will make good losses on Property burnt by Lightning, IV. Books of Accounts, Written Securities, Bills, Bonds, Tallies, and Ready Money, cannot be insured.
V. Jewels, Plate, Medals, or other Curiosities, Paintings, and Sculptures, are not included in any Insurance, unless such articles are specified in the Policy.
VI. Persons insuring Property at this office, must give notice of any other Insurance made elsewhere on their behalf on the same, and cause such other Insurance to be endorsed on their policies; in which case each office shall be liable to the payment only of a rateable proportion of any loss or damage which may be sustained; and unless such notice is given, the insured will not be entitled to recover in case of loss.
VII. No order for insurance will be of any force, unless the premium is paid to the agent, or unless a sum has been advanced, and the agent has delivered his receipt on account of the office; and all persons desirous to continue their insurances, must make their future payments annually within fifteen days after the day limited by their respective policies, or the same will be void.
VIII. All persons assured by this company, sustaining any loss or damage by fire, are forthwith to give notice to the Company's agent, and as soon as possible after, to deliver in as particular an account of their loss or damage, signed with their own hands, as the nature of the case will admit of, and make proof of the same by their oath or affirmation, and by their books of accounts or other proper vouchers, as shall be reasonably required; and shall procure a certificate under the hands of a magistrate or sworn notary of the city or district in which the Fire happened, not concerned in such loss, importing that they are acquainted with the character and circumstances of the person or persons insured, and do know, or verily believe, that he, she, or they, really, and by misfortune, without any kind of fraud or evil practice, have sustained by such fire, loss and damage to the amount therein mentioned; and until such affidavit and certificates are produced, the loss of money shall not be payable; also, if there appears any fraud or false swearing, the claimant shall forfeit his claim to restitution, or payment by virtue of his policy.
IX. In case any difference or dispute shall arise between the assured and the company, touching any loss or damage, such difference may be submitted to the judgment and determination of arbitrators indifferently chosen, whose award in writing shall be conclusive and binding to all parties. And when any loss or damage shall have been duly proved, the insured shall receive satisfaction, to the full amount thereof, without allowance of any discount, fees, or other deduction whatever.
X. Persons chusing to insure for seven years, will be charged for six years only; also, for a less number of years than seven, will be allowed a reasonable discount.
* * Persons desirous of effecting Insurance, are requested to make application to RICHARD TAYLOR, in Norfolk, who is appointed the Company's Agent, and is fully authorised to grant Policies on behalf of the Company.
LONDON, 1806. 4wawitf 153
FALL GOODS.
Received by ship Alexander, captain King, from Liverpool,
30 bales of Napt Kendal COTTONS, 15 do. White PLAINS, 10 do. Rose BLANKETS, 10 do. FLANNELS, 6 Boxes Coarse HATS, 3 Trunks of Fancy Manchester CORDS.
The above articles may be had on very low terms for cash, approved notes, West-India or country produce, by an early application to
Gilliat & Mackinder.
August 29. tf 117
For Sale on board the Ship Alexander, 12,000 bush. Liverpool stoved SALT.
Apply to William Dickson, or
Alexander Maclure.
August 29. tf 125
Information Wanted.
IF THOMAS LEE, a native of the County of Cavan, in Ireland, who arrived in the United States about two years since, will apply at the office of the Publick Ledger, he will hear of something much to his advantage. Should the said Thomas Lee have departed this life, any person having knowledge of this circumstance, will render a favour by communicating it to the Editor.
August 29. tf 121
* * Editors disposed to serve the cause of humanity, will be pleased to give this notice a few insertions in their papers.
Now Landing on our Wharf, from the Schooner Catharine Shepherd, Capt. Webb, from Antigua,
50 Puncheons fine flavoured RUM, For Sale on liberal credit, by
Conway & F. Whittle.
July 23. tf 19
Wanted Immediately, a quantity of
Musk Rat SKINS, Northern Rabit do. Beaver do.—For which Cash will be given on application to
Oliveira, Fernandes, & Co.
August 22. 3w 108
We have for SALE, on low terms,
13 Pipes, London particular 11 Hogsheads } Madeira WINE, 3 Qr. Casks }
A Cargo of Ise of May SALT, 600 Sacks Liverpool stoved do. 20 Hogsheads low land TOBACCO.
J. & W. Southgate.
August 18. tf 87
We have received by the brig Sumner, from Jamaica,
57 puncheons high proof RUM, 15 Hogsheads MOLASSES—which are offered for Sale on very liberal terms, by
Redmon & Frith.
ON HAND,
A parcel of very good W. Island RUM. June 16. tf 834
The friends of Thomas Norman,
John Marshall, William Norris, Elijah Russel, and John Hubbard, (who represent themselves to be citizens of Virginia,) have been impressed into the British service, for want of documents to prove their citizenship, will apply at this Office, and give a description of their persons, measures will then be taken to obtain their discharge.
Thomas Newton, Collector.
Collector's Office, Norfolk, August 18, 1806. tf 86
FOR SALE,
850 Barrels whole HERRINGS, in
excellent order for Shipping, 80 do. cut do. 120 do. SHAD; 750 bbls. TAR, 450 do. TURPENTINE.
Richard Blow.
July 14. tf 907
PARLIAMENTARY INTELLIGENCE.
EAST INDIA AFFAIRS.
HOUSE OF LORDS, Tuesday, July 8.
LORD MELVILLE'S MOTION.
Continued from our last.
Upon the first resolution being put, Lord GREENVILLE rose and said, that in the whole course of the noble Lord's speech, not a single word had been said which alluded to the resolution which was then proposed to the house. For the other resolution no ground had been stated but the suggestion of the person who brought forward the motion, that the affairs of India were in a deranged and delicate situation. If the affairs of India were in this unsettled state that had been described, it would certainly not add much to the means of tranquillizing them, to bring forward discussions of this nature in parliament. As to the resolution that was then submitted to the house, not a single word had been said in support of it. He did not, however, mean to rest upon a captious objection, but would come at once to the consideration of the second resolution, respecting the recall of Sir G. Barlow, which was, in fact, the point upon which the discussion must turn. Upon this subject the noble Viscount had not, in his opinion, laid any plausible grounds for the production of the correspondence for which he moved. It was not enough to say that such correspondence must be known by this man's child, or that man's servant; the real question was, whether that correspondence was of a nature that was proper to lay before parliament. It was not until near the conclusion of the speech of the noble lord, that he heard him say something about restoring tranquillity in India, retrenching unnecessary expenditure, and savings in the finances; and therefore he should direct the principal part of his answer to what he conceived the most serious part of the speech, that which relates to the recall of Sir G. Barlow. Without discussing the reasons which induced his majesty's ministers to recommend the recall of Sir G. Barlow, he must state, that he was much surprised at the only remedy that the noble lord proposed for what he complained of, and which was merely that Sir George Barlow should be continued six months longer. What could be the reason for this recommendation? when in the course of the six months he should do what the noble lord said it was impossible for him to do; when he should have remained so much longer under those difficulties, which (as was stated) must completely weigh him down, then the noble lord himself would be ready to acquiesce in his recall. The noble lord had insinuated that there was some intemperance in the letters from his majesty's ministers upon this subject. This was a charge, however which he must utterly deny. He did not know on what grounds the noble Viscount could presume to impute, that the object of his majesty's ministers, in advising the recall of Sir George Barlow, was merely dictated by the wish to extend their patronage. If there was any fixed principle which his majesty's ministers felt should for ever govern their conduct with respect to India, it was this: that, between his majesty's ministers and the court of directors, there should be a spirit of mutual conciliation and co-operation, that each should endeavour to understand the other, and that they should act together for one common object, the good of the countries which were committed to their government. Nothing could so much tend to break this harmony, as to bring forward, for parliamentary discussion, the various correspondence which passed between them. The noble viscount had supposed a case of the court of directors and board of control, acting at cross purposes, and only impeding one another. This was certainly a possible case, but it was by no means a probable one. As for those mutual checks and controuls, the history and the analogy of the constitution of this country proved that they might subsist without at all impeding publick business. The constitution of the country was altogether a system of checks and balances, and yet it was found that these mutual checks contributed materially to the benefit of the empire; and, from the same analogy, he would infer, that it might also be beneficial to the system of the government of India. This was, perhaps, the first time in the history of parliament, that ministers were called upon to assign a reason why they advised the recall of one individual, or the appointment of another. It was strictly parliamentary when the general conduct of ministers was such as parliament disapproved of, to address his majesty for their removal, but it was quite unusual to call upon ministers for their reasons for every separate appointment which they had advised. During the twenty-two years which had elapsed since the passing of the act, the noble lord certainly could adduce no precedent of a similar correspondence being laid before parliament. If the house would call to their recollection all that had passed during those twenty-two years, they might be surprised that the charge of grasping at Indian patronage should have come from that noble lord. For his own part, he always wished that those who were accused should be tried by the law itself, and not by any fanciful interpretations and constructions that could be put upon it by other people. In this instance he stood upon the law, and called upon their lordships to look at the law as it now stood. If the law in stating one thing meant another, the country would have a right to complain of that legislature that would enact such laws. Those whose business it was to carry the laws into execution might also complain of the legislature for leading them into error by fraudulent prevarication. The law, however (as he contended) must be construed by the plain meaning, and the expressions that were found in it. The noble lord himself must admit, that the law gave a power of recall, and he could hardly deny that wherever there was a right there was also a duty. If at a future time ministers should be arraigned before that house for a neglect of their duty, it would be a very weak defence to say that the reason they neglected their duty was because they had taken the noble lord's construction of a very plain law, and misunderstood the obvious meaning of it. He had been appealed to personally, as to his recollection of the intention of the legislature in passing the act; he should therefore declare most solemnly, that it was as clearly in his recollection as if the transaction was but of yesterday, that it was certainly intended that his majesty's ministers should have the power of recall at their own discretion. He recollected even the arguments which were urged in the discussion of the bill of 1784, and he recollected that those who opposed it, took precisely the grounds that the noble lord now rested upon, and said, that the power of recall might virtually give ministers the patronage of India. It was answered then, as it might be answered now, that it never could be contended, that because the Crown has the power of negating an act of Parliament, that therefore it could direct the Legislature, and by a variety of reasoning, altho' it might with respect to India, have the power of negating the appointment, it did not follow that the whole of the
appointments must necessarily fall under the control of his majesty's ministers. If the noble Viscount could show, that this power had been exercised merely for the purpose of procuring the appointment of a person whom they wished to appoint, it would certainly be a violation of the law. The noble Lord must, however, recollect, that from the passing of the Act in 1784, to the year 1801, there had not been a single governor general appointed either to Bengal or Madras, that had not been recommended by himself to the directors. If there were the same system of recommendation should have been continued from the year 1801 to the present time, it would appear that the noble Lord should be the last to shew any surprise upon the subject. The noble Lord had undertaken to prophecy, that whatever might be the exalted character of the person whom his majesty's ministers should think proper to recommend, however disposed the directors might be to acquiesce in his choice, still the servants of the Company would be so disgusted as to make his situation painful and disagreeable. His majesty's ministers had recommended two noblemen of the highest rank and talents for the government (Lords Lauderdale and Minto.) He hoped the circumstances of their rank and talents would not be urged as an objection to either of them; but when he heard the noble Viscount talk of the prejudice of sending men of rank to India in the situation of governor-general, he could not forbear asking, if the affairs of India did not go on well when Lords Cornwallis, Wellesley, Powis, Sir Archibald Hamilton, and many other persons of consequence, none of whom were servants of the Company, were employed in the government? he believed there had been many persons of distinguished merit in India, who had not been recommended by the noble Viscount, and who could not claim the honour of the recommendation of being his personal relation. If the correspondence that was now moved for should be granted, it would destroy all the confidence & harmony which ought to subsist between the board of control and the court of directors. The late administration had appointed Sir George Barlow as successor of Marquis Wellesley, and almost immediately superceded him for Marquis Cornwallis, who was a man of that high rank that the noble Viscount now appeared to think ought not to be employed. Lord Cornwallis, however, although he possessed every other quality, wanted the essential qualities of youth and health. It was generally supposed in London that he never could bear the voyage to India, or that if he did arrive there, he would survive it but a very short time: although that was the prevailing opinion, yet the ministers at that time were so remiss upon the subject, that they made no provision for the event which had happened, and what might have been expected to happen. It was from this criminal neglect in the preceding administration that his majesty's present ministers were informed, only twenty-four hours after kissing his majesty's hand on their appointment, that Marquis Cornwallis was dead, and that by the neglect of their predecessors, no governor-general existed in India. It could not be expected of the present administration that in the first twenty-four hours after they were in office, they could find a proper successor for Lord Cornwallis, and obtain the assent of the court of directors. Neither could it be expected that in the first twenty-four hours, they were to be perfectly acquainted with the talents of Sir George Barlow, or his fitness for the situation of governor-general. Their first idea was to give him the full powers of governor-general, in order to complete the negotiations he had then in hand. They therefore recommended it to the court of directors to give him the necessary powers, but they never thought of the appointment as being anything more than a mere temporary appointment. It appeared, however, that what the noble Lord called ten days, or ten little days, was in fact a period of near three months. He certainly could have no personal prejudice against Sir George Barlow: that hon. baronet had anxiously and zealously co-operated in the measures of Lord Wellesley, whose government was, in his opinion, the most splendid and glorious administration which India ever knew. He had such a high opinion of the splendid abilities, the unshaken integrity, and the ardour of mind in the publick service, which was always manifested by Lord Wellesley, that it would be to him a great recommendation of Sir George Barlow to say, that he co-operated zealously in the measures and in the system of Marquis Wellesley, whose conduct he so much admired. As his conduct was however not now under discussion, he did not wish to add more upon the subject. The court of directors had formed one opinion, he had formed another diametrically opposite. He should not dispute with them the exercise of their judgment, and he hoped no one would refuse him the exercise of his own: time would shew whose opinion on this subject was justest. As to the production of the correspondence moved for, he trusted the House would see that it was highly improper. Although to follow the analogy of the British constitution, the Lords and the Commons were a mutual check to each other, yet it was found, that they always drew well together for the publick interest. He trusted that it would be the same way between the board of control and the board of directors. If the private reasons and personal objections which made ministers refuse the appointment of any individual were to be made a matter of publick discussion, no persons would be found to take the situation of ministers. There might be many reasons why, without any crime being imputable to an individual, ministers might suppose him unfit to be trusted with the interests of millions. If, however, in every individual case, ministers were obliged to tell each individual to his face, the personal objections that they had to him, or if (which would come to the same thing) their correspondence upon this subject was to be laid before Parliament, the situation of ministers would be intolerable to any one who possessed the common feelings of a man. On these grounds he must object to the production of the correspondence moved for.
After a few observations from Lords Hawkbury, Eldon, and the Lord Chancellor, the question was taken on Lord Melville's motion, and negatived without a division.
At Private Sale, at Sixty Days,
70 Puncheons RUM,
40 hogsheads, and 60 barrels SUGAR, 50 bag COFFEE; 23 pipes French BRANDY, Madeira and Lisbon WINE, in pipes and qr. casks, 80 boxes Mould CANDLES, GIN in pipes and cases.
Wm. B. Lamb.
July 28. tf 24
ROBERT GIBSON,
Has removed to the Fire-Proof Ware-House in Wide Water-Street, nearly opposite Commerce Street. Feb. 28. tf 488

TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
WEDNESDAY EVENING, SEPT. 10, 1806.
The papers of the Southern Mail affording nothing new, and those of the Northern Mail being anticipated by Captain Ferguson's packet from Baltimore, and being without any arrivals for some days, obliges us to give a paper of less interest than we would wish.
We have made our paper up chiefly from two leading republican prints. It is not our intention to offer any comment upon the unexpected attack from the Aurora upon the members of the administration. Mr. GRANGER, we have long noticed, was not a favourite with the Aurora ; the political disgrace of this officer would be less regretted than any one in place. We profess to have no knowledge of him, but from every thing which we can see and hear, a more unpopular man cannot be.
Accounts are stated to be received at New York, that Mr. PINCKNEY has been well received at London, and that all matters of difference will be speedily adjusted.
Rumours are afloat that the negotiation for the Floridas has failed. This will very probably, if not certainly be the case, if France and England should make peace. The French Emperor will in that case convince Mr. Jefferson, that our friendship is not of so much importance as he had imagined.
Yesterday afternoon the British frigate MELAMPE went to sea.
We have been informed that the Negotiation for the Floridas has failed. This information was received from Virginia very lately. It seems dispatches from Mr. Munroe our minister from the British court, were conveyed to Monticello, by one of Mr. Munroe's family, who lately landed at Boston. This gentleman mentioned the failure on his way to the President's. Wash. Fed.
Buonaparte will never relinquish his design of possessing either the Floridas or Louisiana. Disappointed by Great Britain in taking possession of Louisiana, he sold it to the United States for the sum of fifteen millions. The boundaries were however unsettled, and on receiving possession, congress passed laws creating Collection Districts within the limits of their purchase. Spain took umbrage at this procedure, obstructed the navigation of the Mobile, and refuses to settle the boundaries. It was our opinion, from the purchase, that the ceded territory, would be a bone of contention between the two countries. We think a rupture nearer than we at first imagined. Are we prepared to give up our rights, or will we in our desire to preserve peace, verify the assertion of Mr. Randolph that in our zeal to purchase Florida, or in other words to purchase peace, cast the national purse into the scale. We must either pay, relinquish our rights, or unsheathe the sword. The alternative is before us. One or the other we must do. Negotiation is now out of the question. Ibid.
THE "WESTERN WORLD." Extract of a letter from a gentleman in St. Louis, to his friend in Baltimore, dated Aug. 5, 1806.
The governor has been for some time past busily engaged in preparing for publication, a work intended to lash, refute, and expose a most infernal scheme, put on foot in Kentucky by a newspaper entitled the "Western World," to criminate Wilkinson, Brown, Judges Jones and Sebastian, and a great number of highly respectable characters, as having joined in a conspiracy to sell Kentucky to Spain, in the years 84, 85 and 86. This plan is undertaken by a certain John Wood, author of a work on the affairs of Switzerland, stolen from Mallet du Pan, and of a work entitled the History of the Administration of John Adams. This man's character is notorious; but he has contrived to weave the web of accusation with so much cunning, that it will be no easy matter to disentangle it.—By connecting together ingenious, slight and distant circumstances—bringing forward the testimony of deceased persons—he has contrived to dress up a tale calculated to obtain popular belief. The accusation is supposed to originate in the malice of an ancient family in Kentucky, that of the Marshalls, to which the present chief justice of the United States belongs; who have long entertained a deadly antipathy against the persons implicated—have attracted this Wood to Kentucky, and established this newspaper, and have the rancour and invention necessary to such an undertaking; but they little dream that Wilkinson is justified by the most positive and unequivocal vouchers from those very deceased persons whose names and testimony are unblushingly introduced to the contrary of what they are made to state, that the only person who had ever been made to criminate him, upon his knees implored the general's forgiveness—and that a scene of diabolical villainy, as black as treachery ever devised, will be laid open to the publick in the development of the business. The charge had been exhibited at Philadelphia, (then the seat of government) long ago, and after being sifted had been treated with the contempt it merits. The most ample justification, and the most dreadful exposition of character will soon take place." (Baltimore Telegraph.)
The following (says the Petersburg Republican) is an "extract of a letter from an intelligent Republican of this state, now in Kentucky, to his friend in this town." The situation of the writer, being a witness on the spot entitles it to more than usual respect:
THE EXTRACT.
"Our great men are all armed against two despicable printers; and will, I strongly suspect, be defeated in the contest. Wood, the renegado, the quandom editor of the Virginia Gazette, came to this state last fall accompanied by J. M. Street, a young man who formerly lived in a counting house in Richmond, and who had acquired some fame from his duel with Gilmore. They were employed, they said, by some company to the eastward, to make an extensive survey of Upper Louisiana, and intended to explore the country on foot. After loitering here about five months, they settled in Frankfort, and commenced the publication of the World. Wood (to use his own words) only writes—Mr. Street fights. They have with boldness, but I believe with truth, assailed some of the fairest and most popular characters in Kentucky. Numerous conversations with some of the oldest men here, convince me of the existence of the designs of the first Spanish association. Proofs of individual criminality, tho' not positive, are numerous. Wood is unveiling the eyes of the people, and exposing to them the views, the conspiracies, and the perfidy of men, whom they believed to be their most devoted and incorruptible friends. The accused shrink from investigation; they are determined to suppress it by any means; even by the pistol and stiletto. Their abortive efforts, however, have given new life to Wood's cause."
"So far, the editors may, perhaps, deserve encouragement; But their motives are mysterious and inscrutable; if not corrupt and nefarious. Wood's abandoned character, his profligate apostasy, his total destitution of integrity, and the warm support he receives from the Marshall family, with other circumstances, produce in my mind an entire conviction, that he is the tool of a faction, sent here to sow dissensions and excite animosities, among a heretofore peaceful and undivided people. It is almost certain, that he derives and continues to derive his information from the ..... of the U. States. The people of this state, indignant at the thought of being traded away by a few unprincipled and aspiring men, are determined to encourage and promote a thorough development of the views, &c. of the conspiracy. These circumstances will give to Wood's paper a circulation and a celebrity, which may enable him to poison the sentiments of the people, ere they discover the object of the editor, or their own danger. His talents as an editor are decidedly superior to all the others in the state; and federalism is already rearing itself, amid the divisions and controversies of the republicans."
The celebrated Irish patriot and barrister Mr. Curran, has obtained from the minister, the most lucrative and pleasant place in Ireland, that of master of the rolls. It is to all intents and purposes a sinecure.
Protests have been entered against the decision of the lords of England, on the charges against lord Melville, on the 1st, 2d, 6th, 7th, and 10th charges.
  The protesting lords were,   The duke of York } royal Ld. Auckland   of Sussex } royal Dundas   Lord Holland Suffolk & Berkshire   Lauderdale Besslyn   Oxford & Mortimer St. John   Carysford Dawney   Clifton   N. Y. father. 
FROM THE AURORA.
LOVE TRUTH ABOVE ALL THINGS.
Half knowledge, in every branch of human concerns, appears to be worse than no knowledge at all: it is particularly so in political affairs. Take up a story at the middle and go on to the end, and for want of a knowledge of the beginning, it is probable that you may go away as wise as you came: by mathematical rules you may ascertain the exact length of that side of a triangle which you do not see only by measuring the two visible sides, and determining their inclination to each other—but this will not do in politics, for here you must have "a view of the whole ground"—and if you attempt to form your judgment upon mathematical principles, it is a thousand to one, the variation of the political magnet, is so uncertain, that it may lead you to the most erroneous and fatal conclusions;—the lines of est. tes in Maryland, where no allowance was made for variation under old surveys, run into each other; the political man who is not careful to guard against such sources of error, may find himself in the same state as the jeds and quids have found themselves cross cut and dovetailed into each other—the title federalist dropt as if people were ashamed of it—and a new title assumed, as if no body could perceive that it was a bad title —which would neither bear the test of survey—nor of rectimeal demonstration—nor any law of reason or investigation.
It is certain that many transactions of three or four years past, which concern the publick most essentially, are yet much misunderstood or not understood at all. It is demonstrable that many men of the most virtuous and incorruptible character have been without knowing it, the instruments of serious mischief, and it is too true, that schemes of speculation and intrigue co-extensive with any iniquity attempted in federal times, and going to the very foundations of the national liberty and independence, have been put in operation, and have principally contributed to collisions and disagreements, which have taken place in the republican party prominently in congress, and very perceptibly all over the union.
It is in the nature of intrigue to disguise its designs; it marches in a mask; it assumes all forms and shapes; and all principles by turns; and while at labour to produce effects such as may accelerate its sinister purposes, it never fails to involve as many adventitious and auxiliary discontents and grievances, real or imaginary, as can be drawn into the vortex.
The differences that have arisen in Congress, have really their source elsewhere—and have been formed into a more colossal bulk, rather by an accumulation of various & discordent causes, than by any single cause—though certainly a single cause , has under-cover given direction, control, temper, and character to the whole. We assert, and can demonstrate, that the whole of the divisions among the republicans in Congress may be principally placed to the credit of the YAZOO SPECULATION.
Yet it must be allowed that there were subordinate causes which have operated in the same direction; and which, had the Yazoo fraud not existed, might have given body to a combination, pernicious to the publick indeed, but by no means fraught with danger iniquity so extensive and stupendous. As we have been called to this subject by the article in the National Intelligencer , which appears to speak under convictions of danger, yet has not gone to the source of that danger, we have judged it better to strike now, when the iron is hot on the anvil for us, rather than wait as we had proposed, to the opening of the next session of Congress for a full discussion. We were reluctant to touch the topic, but we shall not flinch when the topic is before us.
Among the collateral causes, which have contributed to the effects noticed, we shall enumerate a few—and if we find the publick opinion in favour of a more enlarged discussion, we shall pursue its la-byinth.
Among the causes which have too much facilitated the ruptures in the republican party, the following may be considered as in a considerable measure instrumental; it has been fatal to the former administrations, and while it continues to be so conducted, will endanger the popularity and the fame of the chief magistrate. The country holds too important a stake in him to suffer his reputation to be destroyed through false delicacy; we know that we shall wound him, by pointing out even the errors of his officers; but we shall risk even his pain and even the loss of his present good will, to do public justice, because in the end we shall be certain of his esteem. The first we shall notice is:—
The mode in which the executive department has been conducted. We say conducted, in contradistinction from the constitutional organization—for it has not been conducted as the letter authorises. To dismiss this at once we shall be more specific. By art. II. sec. I. "The executive power is vested in a president of the United States—only. By the constitution, art. II. sec. II. "The president may require the opinion in writing of the principal officers in each of the executive departments, upon any subject relative to the duties of their respective offices."
This part of the constitution merits particular attention, on a variety of accounts.
 1. Because it places the whole responsibility on the executive magistrate alone.  2. Because the business has been actually conducted in a manner at variance with the constitution.  3. Because even those who have reprobated particular measures, as proceeding from inferior executive officers, have acted upon a notion of a cabinet , of which neither the American constitution, nor the constitution of England, (to which reference is made by a sort of analogy,) knows or recognizes any such thing as a cabinet .  4. Because the inferior executive officers themselves have acted in many instances in this cabinet spirit, for as much as the fiction sanctioned more power and influence and authority in them, than the constitution authorises or justified.  5. Because this irregular authority and influence is assumed and exercised to ends of a most pernicious nature.  6. Because the irregular influence and power has been exercised—in some instances without even the knowledge of the chief magistrate and contrary to his judgment, and in other instances greatly to the public prejudice, and to the extreme discontent and disappointment of the most zealous, able and faithful friends of the republican administration. 
On the first of these points the constitution is explicit; let us also be explicit in the notice we take of it. Former administrations had pursued the same course. The administration of the executive under president Washington and was conducted by the executive magistrate, at first wholly in name and form, but with incidental and friendly consultations with the secretary of the state, secretary of the treasury, and secretary of the war departments. The accumulation of business, favoured by the means of dispatch which it afforded, meetings of the heads of departments at the chamber of the president. General Washington is said to have conformed strictly to the constitution in the early part of his administration; to have heard each of the secretaries. He is said never to have decided when they were present, nor to have offered his own opinion, but on the declaration of his determination. The exigencies of the turbulent period of the British treaty, and the ascendancy of an intriguing character now no more, are said to have given the first sanction to the inougruous fiction and dangerous innovation of a cabinet of state ; inougruous because not authorised or countenanced, by two strong and relevant circumstances; 1. The right to demand the opinions of the heads of departments in writing on matters within the sphere of their departments, a feature of the constitution which Mr. Gallatin appears to have perfectly understood when he sent his Jesuitical answer to congress last session, in reply to an enquiry concerning the information which he had given to Mr. John Randolph. 2. By the second section of the constitution, the senate is appointed to do those things which common ideas assume to be the functions of the fiction called a cabinet —they are the constitutional advisers; and the consent of two thirds of that body is necessary to carry into effect the result of their consultation—for it is with the advice and consent of two thirds of the senate, that treaties are sanctioned, which is the highest function of executive power, in as much as it goes to establish supreme law.
From these arguments, we therefore infer at once the irregularity of the practice, the illegality of the same, and therefore too when Mr. John Randolph (confiding in Mr. Gallatin's information) said there was no cabinet , he complained of the non-existence of that which really could not constitutionally exist; and which if it was assumed at any time to exist and act, ought rather to have been complained of for its existence, rather than from its non-existence.
Under whatever name it may be designated, it is evident from the complaint of Mr. Gallatin, that there was an omission to do something which it had been usual to do, and he conceived which ought to be continued to be done. It is evident that the secretaries of departments have not only acted under such an idea as that of a state cabinet , but that they have gone farther—they have performed executive acts without the knowledge of the executive magistrate. We shall specify the appointment of Wm. Davy to the station of general agent of Indian affairs of which the President knew nothing till he saw it in the publick prints; and another case, the restoration of the smuggled goods of Sir Alexander M c Kenzie seized on our territory; and the subsequent removal of Mr. Duncan the collector, only because he complained. This case is a remarkable instance of the abuse of executive authority assumed by a subordinate officer; this circumstance was first noticed in the Aurora ; the editor neither knows nor ever saw, nor ever corresponded with Mr. Duncan , in fact the information came from a source that Mr. Duncan did not suspect. It certainly was the duty of a free press to notice a transaction so extraordinary, it was noticed; the paragraph was cut out of the Aurora and enclosed from the treasury department to Mr. Duncan , and whether at that time or not, we cannot positively say, but his removal soon followed, and the news of his dismissal reached him in a state of debility brought on by the severity of the winter and the hardships which he had undergone in performing his duty.
Acts of these descriptions—are bad enough when exercised by a legal authority; but exercised as they have been, they cannot be, they are not calculated to preserve or to inspire confidence. These, and acts extra-official like these, have had a most pernicious effect. In these observations we have presumed sufficiently explained and established the above six points.
There is one other topic which properly belongs to this branch of the subject—though it is also connected with the source of all the existing mischief the YAZOO, we allude to the intrigues carried on and the influence exercised under cover of the general post office : this topic would occupy too much room in addition to the above for a single essay, we shall therefore make it the exclusive topic of another number—and a fertile topic it is —in it we promise our readers to expose schemes and intrigues co-extensive with the union—and involving in them the causes of many of the distractions which the publick has already witnessed.
From the American Citizen.
What does it mean?—Under this head, the Aurora , which came to hand yesterday, has an article containing many just remarks on the conduct of several prominent political characters among us, without a few improper and indelicate insinuations. I extract the following paragraph from the article.
"But it seems the Citizen also meditates the analysis of Decius —and if we can understand it aright, a vindication of something or somebody;—from Major Jackson or Field Marshal Coleman we certainly know what to expect—we know the extent, and measure the depth and altitude of their hopes and wishes—their capacities and flexibility with which they can accommodate the very little which they know , to the assault of that whereof they know nothing; but we must confess that what is meditated by the Citizen we can neither pre-conceive nor pretend to fathom, what purpose or what end is proposed to be obtained we cannot anticipate—for a man to take a dark lantern and hold the bright side to himself and grope thus through the world, would to us appear rather indiseret; the very direction posts—the curbstones—even the very mile stones, would tell a man in such a case
to turn back and avoid stumbling blocks —or else to reverse the lantern, and look before him—what can the Citizen mean ?—we know not; but this we know, that a man who is disposed to promote good ends, will not put at hazard objects of great consequence; and for which were the ends which he vainly proposed to be accomplished, he would obtain no thanks."
I will here ask what the Aurora means in that part of the paragraph which relates to me? and while I await an answer, for I wish to understand and be understood on this subject, I will concisely and frankly tell the editor what I meant when I half promised to analyze Mr. Randolph's production.
I consider our present administration as the best, because the wisest, and most patriotick, which this or any other country has known, and I view the illustrious gentleman who is at the head of it, take him all in all, as the greatest and best man now living. Having made this declaration, which I deem superfluous, but which, perhaps, the times call for, it is unnecessary to add that I will resolutely and to the utmost of my ability defend the president and his administration against any assailant.
I consider Mr. Randolph as an assailant of the administration, and in support of my opinion, I call in those strouts of great and unanimous approbation with which in all parts of the union he is hailed by the federal party. Farther; I think his attacks are grounded on motives and are directed to the accomplishment of an object entirely sinister . This opinion is neither lightly nor agreeably given. I think too, what I would not utter without full conviction of its truth, that to injure the administration he has misrepresented some facts, and suppressed others, which would have detected his misrepresentations. Allow him to be an assailant, is it honourable, does it comport with the character of a member of congress to misrepresent, to injure, to suppress, to ruin?—In order to satisfy Mr. Duane that these assertions are not made wantonly, in the spirit of hostility, or without foundation, let me call to his recollection a fact which Mr. Randolph has himself acknowledged and proclaimed.
The House of Representatives passed a resolution not to publish the message of the President. The resolution has not been rescinded. It is now in its full pristine force, and is therefore binding on every member. What is the conduct of Mr. Randolph in respect to this resolution? why, having, I will say without an adequate or any thing like an adequate cause, attacked the President and found that his rant was not relished, he publishes in violation of the injunctions of the House, and in vindication of his Hotspur conduct, the very inhibited message itself.—All men will agree that this step was improper, and most will admit, before I have done with the subject, that in taking it Mr. Randolph is not less unjust to himself than to the country. The message of the President, whose publication was promised, was grounded upon and was a consequence of certain dispatches, which accompanied that message to the House. Finding that these dispatches could not with any degree of decency or dignity be published, and seeing, as Mr. Randolph saw, that the message was inseparably connected with them, the one explaining the other, the house passed the resolution that neither should be made publick. These dispatches, which would show how extremely unjustifiable Mr. Randolph's conduct is, and at the same time evince that in this as in all other great and leading measures the President is perfectly right, Mr. Randolph has taken care to suppress . I charge him with having designedly, and with intent to injure the administration, suppressed these dispatches. It is no answer for the apologists of Mr. Randolph to say that he is not at liberty to publish them, for I hope they will not forget that neither was he at liberty to publish the message, and with the same impropriety, he might have published the dispatches. He should either have published both, or have kept back from the publick eye. From these cursory remarks Mr. Duane will see that whatever stumbling blocks I may find in the way of exposing Mr. Randolph, they will not be a consequence of groping with a dark lantern. Whether, however, I shall begin this disagreeable task depends on Mr. Randolph and his apologists. Let him cease to defame, and they throw out injurious insinuations against the President.
Having so far differed from one with whom I have every and becoming wish to continue to be on the terms of amity, circumstances require, and it behoves me to say, that with the rest of the article my opinion coincides, except that I do not know that Mr. Gallatin has countenanced the quids ; but if he has I admit that he is unworthy of the confidence of the government, or the party by which it is supported.—For a quid , although a sort of non-descript, is nevertheless known as the dirtiest and most profligate animal in nature.
It is true that while the joint efforts of federalism and quiddism , always tending to destroy the republican party, were neither seen nor felt at Washington, the National Intelligencer maintained a sort of inactive dignity and criminal indifference. He now however finds, and I congratulate the editor on the elaborate discovery, that a blow given to the party at one extreme of the union effects it at the other.
It is true, in some respects, as the Aurora states, that when men get into power they "endeavour to kick from under them the ladders by which they were raised," and this too is done by incumbents of dubious political merit, and who, living by the party, give the patronage of their offices to men who are known to be violently opposed to it!—I know such men, and I know what is more strange, and what excites my indignation, that they are retained in office. These subjects merit, and may receive a minute discussion.
FROM THE AURORA.
COME TO THE POINT.
A free press must not be hampered by considerations whether this or that class of men are to be pleased or displeased, nor the public left to guess at the causes of events in which they are deeply interested; for the minions of all parties conceal the errors and mistakes of those to which they are respectively devoted—and by whom they are either hired or supported; he who wishes to serve the public, instead of a faction, or of any interested class of individuals, must speak the truth, regardless alike of partial praise or partial censure. It is very probable that in the discussion which we have engaged for two or three days, we shall displeasure, both sections of the republican party; nay it is not at all improbable that the federal party, whose practical maxims of government and policy, we consider as different from their professions, and which we therefore irreconcilably abhor, and will while we have life and capacity oppose—it is very probable that they will chuckle at the circumstance of the Aurora acknowledging and pointing out certain errors in party policy, which have excited discontents that are already notorious among the republicans: we have no doubt that this will be the case; nay we venture to say that we shall excite the resentment and dissatisfaction of the two sections of the republican party, because we shall dare to show that there are errors on both sides; instead of saying that one or the other is immaculate or infallible.
We repeat it, that there have been errors on both sides—the passions of men the most habitually sedate, have been excited to a degree that is to be lamented; and the conduct of men habitually irritable, has been beyond all former bounds intemperate. In this conflict of passions, men too cold in spirit and

too little acquainted with human nature or the springs of human action, have been drawn to the one or the other side, as the peculiar fitness of their faculties to receive the impressions that were directed against them, or as the influence of reason or intrigue found a passage to their minds.
We undertake to say, that the discontents and divisions which were so palpable in the last session of congress, were produced and carried to their extreme, through the artificial excitements and pre-arrangements, of a few desperate and indefatigable intriguers; that the scheme embraced views and designs of various kinds; that the intrigues about a president in 1803 and the discontents of last session had a common origin; and that the election of a president in 1803, has been thus early anticipated and brought to produce combinations and influences, in favour of that stupendous fraud the Yazoo speculation .
In other words—there has been a tacit compromise of various interests of timeserving republicans with federalists—to produce certain acts of reciprocal favour—appointments to high stations and offices—and even the acquittal of great criminals and the consequent dishonour and disgrace of the nation and its justice, have been brought about by this iniquitous co-operation.
We have before us an affidavit, the length of which will preclude any present detailed animadversion, which contains in itself a revelation of intrigue, iniquity, prostration of official duty, and disreputable insult and dishonour to congress, that diminish, by comparison, the atrocious corruptions of the English parliament.
It may be recollected that at the last session of congress, a motion for enquiry was made into the conduct of the post master general . A motion was circulated at that period that the enquiry was founded on matters exclusively relating to the editor of this paper—we did not think proper to notice the mistake, because although there was some matter of enquiry made in an official way by a committee of congress, but on which the editor could afford no evidence that could be received in a court of law , there was some that would be convincing in a court of conscience .
The subject having been dismissed at the close of the session, in a manner that merits no present notice, the present occasion may be a proper one to develop the comprehensive schemes of intrigue which have been carried on, the effects of which are the discontents complained of by the public, and with the continuance and dangers of more numerous explosions from the same source the union is menaced.
The following affidavit is copied from the original, which the editor saw in the hands of a member of congress, (a member of the committee of enquiry)—and being an authentic act, delivered upon oath, will be appreciated accordingly:—
(COPY.)
I, Luther Loomis, of Suffield, Hartford county, and state of Connecticut, of lawful age, do testify and say, that some time in August, A. D. 1804, at Suffield, aforesaid, in company with the honourable Gideon Granger, post-master general of the U. States, he remarked that he wished to satisfy his republican friends, who as he understood, were not altogether satisfied with his public conduct; and in justification of his conduct, he went into a lengthy detailed account of various public transactions at the seat of government and other places, which took up the time of several hours. He said, that for a long time after he went to reside at Washington, all was tranquil with him. That he was treated with every respect and attention he could desire, both by the president, the heads of departments, and by the republican members of congress, until some difference arose between him and the honourable John Randolph, a member of congress, respecting a bill before congress relative to countervailing duties . He said it was true that the heads of departments generally, favoured the principles of that bill—that he knew Mr. Randolph was highly in favour of it , from being conversant with him on that subject, and that he himself had always been united with him in favour of the bill —and that he, the said Granger, continued in favour of the principles of that bill, until some time after his return to the seat of government, the then preceding year or the year before—and until receiving an address from the chamber of commerce of the city of New York, which was during the pendency of that bill before congress.—That after receiving their address and entreaties desiring him to intercede for them, at the seat of government, to make influence against the bill being carried into a law, and being honoured with their address, together with their arguments against the bill, and being acquainted with some very respectable members of that body, he set about the work; first, by making overtures to the heads of departments, one after another, with favourable prospects of success, and then to Madison . And after communicating to him the agreement of the chamber of commerce, and making use of his own argument on that subject, Mr. Madison could not see sufficient grounds to alter his opinion;—but if others were generally of opinion, that it was best to postpone the consideration of the bill, in that case although he was in favour of the bill, yet he should not advise a press it against the general opinion. The next place he went to the president, who made him, in substance, the same reply (as Mr. Madison) adding that he hoped the bill could not eventually fail of success. That he next approached Mr. Randolph, whom he knew to be one of its warmest advocates , with the papers containing the arguments of the chamber of commerce in his hand—and after introducing the subject, he stated to Mr. Randolph, the substance of the arguments, and told him that many of the members of that board were firm friends to our government —that if the bill was to be carried into a law, he feared it would tend to excite a ferment in the minds of many of the friends to the government; that the merchant's experience & judgment ought to have weight in the decision, and urged many other reasons for the postponement of its consideration—but all this without drawing from him (Randolph) any reply, other than "ah! ah!" or some words expressive of his contempt, for the said Mr. Randolph, left the room.—That he set about the business in good earnest to make influence with the members of congress to defeat the bill, and had the good success to quiet the minds of many of them, particularly the western members, with whom he was in great friendship, and who had been much in favour of the bill; and others who had been advocates for the bill agreed to be passive, or manage it in a way that would lead to its postponement or defeat; and said he finally succeeded in getting the bill postponed, which finally must put an end to it.
Thus, said Mr. Granger, I succeeded against the overbearing influence of said Randolph, in spite of all his influence: and from that time to the present he has been my bitter enemy. He further said the active part he took in favour of the Yazoo CLAIMANTS had heightened his bitterness against him: and drawn from him much invective and abuse. He further stated that he had been accused of exerting his influence to favour Burr's election in the state of New-York, yet after all the abuse, he said he had it in his power to prove himself clear; that under circumstances in which he was placed, no man could have done less than he did. And furthermore said, notwithstanding all that was done and said about him respecting his influencing the Burr party election in the state of New-York, so far from true, that he was the man that caused its defeat; which he effected by sending a confidential friend with communications to Dewitt Clinton of New-York, to give notice to him of Burr's plans and operations , which was the cause of its defeat; and that through his means he had the second time saved his country from a calamity, which otherwise would have been dreadful.
Mr. Granger acknowledged that he had been strongly pressed by certain gentlemen at Washington, the friends of Mr. Burr, to make use of his influence, (which they said was great, in many parts of that state) to favour the Burr party election: and said he totally declined it, and told them that he should take neutral ground: BUT AT LENGTH he was hard pressed by certain gentlemen to whom he was under great obligations, till he had at length permitted one of them to make use of his name for that purpose (to favour Mr. Burr's election!) under certain limitations, which he expressed in writing, and a copy of it was retained by him. All this he said was done lest he might exceed the bounds prescribed; that he was cautious to reduce it to writing, but did not express to me any part of its contents. He furthermore said, it was true he had written several letters on the subject of that election, to citizens of that state, but had been cautious not to implicate himself; and in particular, he mentioned one he had written to Elisha Granger of the Genessee country of that state, in which he stated that he had not altered his opinion respecting Jaron Burr , but many others here had altered theirs, and that he should not take an active part in that election; but still remarked that he was the man that prevented Burr's election. He furthermore said, that notwithstanding all the calumny and abuse, with which he had been treated, that he had saved his country from a third calamity by quieting the members of congress who had their minds blown up into a flame, in consequence of a joint manoeuvre in gaining a vote nominating Mr. Clinton for vice president. He further stated, that there was among part of the members, another joint plan in operation at the same time, to nominate a candidate much younger (supposed to be Mr. Brackenridge) to fill that office, that would do for a president at a future election—but Clinton was too old a man: upon which he (Granger) made the following remarks: That the seeds were sown, which after a long sleep, would spring up—before the second presidential election, from this time; there would a fire break out in the northern states another in the southern states, and another in the western states; that there would be great commotions in the state of Pennsylvania. Duane had been misled in regard to some publications against him; that on his return from the seat of government to this place he had called on Duane, and said for the future he would go right.
That he had also called on governor M c Kean and had a long interview with him, he would also go right. That all things were working well. The republican members to the north and westward would understand that they had been neglected in the nomination of the last vice president. Elliot and other members had found bullet lying on their table, threatening death if they did not vote right on certain questions. And furthermore, that all was working right. At the second election (1808) the scene will be unfolded. The interests of the northern and western members would not be sacrificed, and then he said, "By God I shall then triumph over the heads of these damned rascals." That he had succeeded in getting Nicholson, who was an able and influential member of congress, appointed to an office, which would draw him from congress; his weight will be out of the way—some others would soon be provided for: that they did not see the objects contemplated to be embraced by it: and that Randolph would certainly be run down, if he did not quit his seat, and that he would not be again appointed on the committee of ways and means.
(Signed) LUTHER LOOMIS.
Further remarks from the Aurora , connected with the above subject, speaking more particularly of the project of countervailing duties, it says:
"Upon the most deliberate investigation, and with the knowledge and good will of the president, secretary of state, and all the active and able men in every department of the government during the year 1803, the necessity of active measures was agreed upon, but it, was by some means never before accounted for, frustrated, and the committee discharged from the consideration of it on the 12th of February of that year. At this time the Yazoo subject however began to be discussed, and the secretary of the treasury was engaged in drawing his famous (or —) report upon that subject.
However, in consequence of the petitions of numerous American manufacturers—a resolution of the 21st of the same month passed, calling upon the secretary of the treasury to prepare and lay before congress at the next session a plan for levying more specific duties &c. so it was got rid of for that session, but on the 22th January, 1804, a report was made by Mr. Gallatin on the subject; conformable to the resolution of the preceding session, which was finally referred to the committee of ways and means—and produced the bill, which Mr. Granger, says he frustrated.
Now this history of the measure was necessary to the due understanding of its importance—the occasion of the bill was the wanton oppression of our trade and violations of treaty by Great Britain; after repeated efforts to defeat it in 1803, and after the actual discharge of the committee from the consideration of it; the timeous petitions of the American manufacturers afforded an opportunity for the revival of a subject so important both in relation to foreign policy and home industry.
Here we have a decision upon oath, that Mr. Granger confessed, that he had originally been in favour of the measure of countervailing duties —the heads of departments were in favour of it—the secretary of state was in favour of it—the chairman of the committee of ways and means (Mr. J. Randolph) was in favour of it—and a majority of members of congress—were in favour of it. Now mark what this officer of government says he did—as soon as Mr. Randolph treated his arguments (that is the arguments which he adopted from a body of merchants in opposition to his own judgment) as soon as Mr. Randolph shewed his contempt—he, Granger, "set about the business in earnest,"—what business, good reader?
Neither more nor less than that of corrupting or influencing, in a corrupt and unconstitutional manner, congress and the heads of departments ; and what was the tendency and effect of this corruption and influence thus audaciously declared and sworn to have been so declared.
To frustrate the levying of duties to countervail those laid by Great Britain. To frustrate measures which went to support our manufactures and shipping interest. To frustrate the wise policy of the executive. To prostrate and disgrace the representatives of the people.
Upon these detestable machinations—these intrigues, abhorrent of all virtue and honour—all national policy—all national pride—all the dignity and purity of a free representation, we shall leave to our readers to reflect and the enemies of a free government to gnash their teeth—if such an intriguer can triumph with impunity—such miscreants shall never be supported by a base silence or an insincere countenance on our part—we shall continue the discussion of this affidavit.
PETERSBURG, September 9. We learn from Richmond, that young SWINNY (by whose means, it was supposed, the venerable Judge Wythe was deprived of existence) had his trial before the District Court last Wednesday, on an indictment for MURDER , and was ACQUITTED .—On Thursday, he was tried upon an indictment for forgery , and found GUILTY .
NEW-YORK, September 2. FIRE. —From an extra sheet published yesterday by Messrs. Lang and Turner, we take the following article respecting the lamentable occurrence of Sunday evening: A most unfortunate accident which occurred last night, has prevented the editors of the New York Gazette from publishing their paper as usual this morning. Soon after it was prepared for press the office accidentally took fire, which destroyed their printing materials, books of accounts, &c. To their patrons they deem an apology unnecessary for the suspension of their paper a few days, until they can collect the necessary materials to resume their business. The New-York Gazette shall soon appear on a new type; and the editors will make every exertion to render it no less valuable and interesting to their subscribers. They beg leave to express their sincere thanks to their numerous friends who so generously exerted themselves on this unhappy occasion, and to whose timely assistance they are indebted for many valuable articles which escaped the conflagration. The public in general by their generous efforts, have conferred on them an obligation which shall always be gratefully remembered.
CHARLESTON, August 29. Further particulars of the loss of Captain Drummond.
Report of the loss of the schooner Comfort of Norfolk, captain Charles Drummond, communicated to captain Serrill, by Mr. Todd, who was a passenger on board of her when lost, and taken on board of captain Serrill's vessel off Hatteras, out of the brig Experiment, John Bockus master, who fell in with the wreck on the 25th inst. lat. 33, 15, n. long. 76, 30, w.
On the 19th August, 1806, sailed from Norfolk, in company with the pilot-boat schooner Tartar, of Nansemond, captain Cooper; parted with the said vessel at 8 o'clock on Tuesday evening, wind at E. S. E. At 4 o'clock on Wednesday morning wind hauled to the northward and eastward, a pleasant breeze and all her sails set; on Thursday the wind increased to a strong gale, scudded under the square sail and fore top sail, the wind at E. N. E. steering W. S. W.—at two o'clock on Friday morning hove too to the eastward, under a double reefed foresail; at 10 A. M. split the foresail, took it in, and set the balanced main-sail, got the fore-yard and main topmast on deck—a tremendous gale at E. N. E. and a very heavy sea—the vessel laboured very heavily, and shipping a great quantity of water; at half past 3 P. M. sounded in 17 fathoms water—the captain then thought proper to ware ship with the intention of getting her on the other tack; but, unfortunately, as soon as the helm was put to windward, before she had fallen off, a heavy sea struck her, and hove her down on her beam ends; the hatches immediately floated off, and the vessel filled with water, so that all attempts to save her were useless.
Captain Drummond was at the helm when the vessel went over, and was the first man drowned. The persons saved clung on to the wreck on which they remained for three days, before they were fallen in with by captain Bockus—when they left her, both masts were gone; and it was probable she would shortly go down.
Mrs. Mary Cooper, wife of captain Cooper, and two daughters; three servant maids, and two children; Mr. Archibald Leslie, a West India planter; Mr. Mercier, a minister of the Gospel of Charleston; Mr. Donally, a resident of Baltimore; Mr. Goosly, of Virginia; and a servant boy; capt Drummond, master; James Price, the captain's apprentice; and five black servants were unfortunately lost.
Taken from the wreck by Capt. Bockus;—Mr. Bernard Henry, Lieut. in the United States Service; Mr. John Todd, mate of the ship Aurora, passengers; the steward, and two black seamen.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Sch'r Carlton, Johnson, from this port bound to Barbadoes, put back with the loss of her foremast. Sloop Montezuma, Palmer, 14 days from Charleston.
Deagle's Packet will sail for Baltimore the first fair wind. For freight or passage apply on board at Newton's wharf. Sept. 10.
Now landing on our wharf, and for Sale on a liberal credit, viz.—from the British schooner Henry Morris, Capt. Dill, from Antigua, 44 hhd. prime Muscovado SUGAR, 6 Puncheons Old RUM, and 2 hhd. MOLASSES. From the British sloop Union, captain Livingston, from Jamaica, 50 Hogheads Fine Green COFFEE. From the American brig George, captain Cox, from St. Thomas, 19 Hogheads Muscovado SUGAR. C. & F. Whittle. Sept. 10. tf 167
COCKE & SANFORD, Have received per the schooner Father & Sons, Capt. Hopkins, from London, A part of their FALL GOODS, Which they will sell low for prompt payment. They expect a further supply by the first arrival from Liverpool. Sept. 5. 2m 143
HUNTER & GATEWOOD, Have received per schooner Father and Sons, capt. Hopkins, from London, part of their supply of FALL GOODS, consisting of a handsome assortment of Best superfine broad Cloths, and Casimires; fashionable Waistcoating; Gentlemen's Beaver and patent Silk Hats; silk, cotton, and worsted Hosiery; fine Irish Linens; Diapers, Shoetings, and Long Lawns; hand some furniture Calicoes; a few elegant Ladies' Shawls, and a variety of Fancy Articles. They are in expectation of receiving by the first arrivals from Liverpool, a supply of Woolens, Hardware, &c. &c. Which will make their assortment very general, and which they will dispose of on the lowest terms by wholesale or retail, for cash or good paper. Sept. 5. tf 132
FALL AND WINTER GOODS. Richard & John Taylor, Have received by the ship Alexander, from Liverpool, and Father and Sons, from London, an extensive assortment of Seasonable GOODS, which they offer for SALE by wholesale and retail, on moderate terms, for Cash or approved paper. Sept. 5. 1m 155
Sales at Auction.
To-Morrow, the 11th instant, at 11 o'Clock, Will be Sold, at the Office in Market-Square, lately occupied by Mr. Richard F. Burke, for Cash, 12 Hhds. and 20 barrels SUGAR, 15 Puncheons Grenada RUM; 10 hhd. MOLASSES, 30 Bags COFFEE; L. P. Madeira and Lisbon WINE. ALSO, A parcel of DRY GOODS, suitable for the season. Francis Smith, V. M. Sept. 10. 1 166
Pursuant to a Decree of the Court of Norfolk County, Will be Sold at 11 o'Clock, on SATURDAY 20th instant, at the Market-House in Norfolk, on a credit of twelve months, five NEGROES, viz.
George, Jim, Sue, Kitty, and Polly, late the property of Col. John Wiloughby, deceased, and the same Negroes held by his Widow as her dower. The Commissioners. Sept. 10. 3* 165
On Friday next, 12th inst. at 10 o'Clock, Before the New-Market, Will be Sold, 26 crates well assorted Crockery Ware. A credit of 90 days will be given on all sums of 100 dolls. and upwards—under, Cash. Notes with approved endorsers will be required. Wm. B. Lamb. September 8. 2 161
To be Sold, at Publick Auction, upon the premises, on FRIDAY the 26th instant, at 12 o'Clock, the following Property, being part of the Estate of Robert & Brown, and sold for the payment of their debts to the Custom-House,
A LOT on Commerce-Street Wharf, (east side) adjoining the Warehouse of James Dykes, & Co. 52 feet front and 40 deep, the foundation at least equal to any unimproved lot on the wharf.
Three Negroes—Philip, Anderson, & Boston; Household FURNITURE, consisting of Dining, Breakfast, and Card Tables, Chairs, Sofas, Beds and Furniture, Plate, &c.—Kitchen Furniture, Pots, Kettles, Pans, &c.—Two Shares in the Dismal Swamp Canal; two do. in the Norfolk Theatre; one Pew in the Presbyterian Church. Terms of Sale—approved notes at 60 days for all the above Property except the Land upon Commerce-Street, for which 3, 4, and 6 months will be allowed. James Taylor, Auctioneer.
Who is authorised to treat with any person at Private Sale for any part of the property, if application be made before the day of Sale. Sept. 8. tds 159
On Saturday, the 13th inst. will be Sold,
For the benefit of the Underwriters, THE SHIP THREE SISTERS, As she arrived from sea; her burthen is 188 Tons. The inventory may be seen on board, Calvert's wharf, or at my ware house. John Macgowan. Sept. 5. 4t 149
On Friday, 12th inst. at 12 o'Clock,
Will be SOLD, on Newton's wharf, 31 hhd. Antigua RUM, 13 do. do. old, 2 pipes Holland Gin, 1 do. Cognac Brandy, 1 brand and 1 bbl. Old Peach Brandy, 20 hhd. and 2 tiers Molasses, 12 hhd. and 30 barrels Muscovado Sugar, 2 bbls. Loaf and 2 do. Lump do. 4 casks Porter, 3 do. Ale, 4 bags Pepper, 1 cask Salt Petre, 10 casks Nutmegs, 35 boxes Candles, 2 tons flat, square, and round Bar Iron, 25 bbls. Tar, 15 bbls. Turpentine, 30 do. Rosin, 5 do. Pork, 1 do. Beef, 7 do. Mackarel.—Terms of sale for the articles above enumerated, for all sums not exceeding 300 dolls. 60 and 90 days—over 300 dolls. 3 and 4 months. 20 pipes and 19 hhd. cargo Teneriffe WINE, 3 do. and 3 qt. casks L. P. do. 1-2 hhd Port do. 1 chest Young Hyson, 10 qt. chests do. 16 chests Hyson 2 casks Weeding Hoes, 2 do. hilling do. (Skin TEA, 200 lbs. Carpenter's Axes, 2 dozen ballast Shovels, 2 Iron Tea Kettles, 110 casks Nails and Spikes assorted, 50 M. Brads and Sprigs, 65 cwt. drop and mould Shot, 3 cwt. small bar lead, 2 do. Pig do. 9 do. Sheet do. 3 do. deep sea Leads, 95 kgs English Gun Powder, 30,000 lbs. Cordage, 17 pieces Flemish Canvas, 5 pieces English Canvas, 200 lbs sewing & wrapping Twine, 4 Ensigns, 11 Cambooses, 7 Anchors, 24 kgs Manufactured Tobacco, 4 do. Cavendish do. 2 casks Candledick, 20 doz. chalk Lines, 12 do. Fishing do. 2 bbls. Brimstone, 4 doz. Windsor Chairs, 2 crates Queen's Ware, 2 doz. American Coast Pilots, 2 doz. Navigators with Appendix, 2500 feet duffed Oars, 4 boxes Window Glass, 14 by 12, 1 hhd. English Putty, 2 casks Verdigrise—35 pots Paint, assorted colours, Green, Blue, Yellow, &c. 170 kgs Paint assorted, White Lead, Yellow, Venetian Red, Green, Blue, and Black English Paints Ground in Oil, 2 kgs Dry Patent Yellow, 6 wt. Dry Prussian Blue, 1 cwt. Vermilion Red.—Terms of sale for the articles last enumerated, 90 and 120 days for a sum under 300 dolls. —over 4 and 6 months.—Approved indorsed notes will be required by Richard Bowden, V. M. Sept. 3. 4t 137
On FRIDAY, the 19th day of September, at 12 o'Clock, on Lee's wharf, (Town Point) will be SOLD for ready money, for the benefit of those concerned,
The HULL and Materials OF THE Schooner RICHMOND. Francis Smith. Sept. 3. 4t 146
FOR SALE,
New-York and English SLATE, A few Boxes Havanna SEGARS, of superior quality, 1 Cask TAMARINDS.—Apply to Reilly & Tunis. Sept. 5. tf 151
SIR, TAKE notice, that between the hour of nine in the morning and six in the afternoon, on Wednesday, the 1st day of October, at the office of Robert B. Taylor, in the Borough of Norfolk, we shall take the depositions of James Taylor, jun. Alexander Wilson, Moses Myers, and — Bnd, to be read in evidence in a suit in Chancery, now depending in the Borough Court of Norfolk, brought by us against you as an absent debtor, and others in this state having effects of yours in their hands, or indebted to you; at which time and place you may attend to cross-examine if you think proper. This notice we give, pursuant to the Act of Assembly, directing the mode of taking depositions, when one of the parties does not reside in the State of Virginia. Campbell & Wheeler. Mr. Thomas Wilson, Merchant, London. 156 Sept. 3.
GREEN COFFEE.
40 Tierces } Fine Jamaica Coffee, 40 Barrels } Landed from the Sloop Union. For Sale by William Pennock. Sept. 3. tf 163

FOR CHARTER. The Ship LIVE OAK , Gerrard Yarrell, Master, burthen 280 tons, in good order, and can be ready to receive a cargo in a few days. For terms apply to the master on board, or WILLIAM PENNOCK.
Who has for Sale, on board said Ship, 100m. feet Merchantable BOARDS. Sept. 8. tf 162
For a Port in FRANCE, The Ship FRANKLIN , Will sail in a short time, and has good ac- commodations for Ladies and Gentlemen. For terms, apply to the master on board. * * * No sealed letters or enclosures, will be received to carry in said Ship. Sept. 5. tf 154
For Sale or Charter, The American Ship GEORGE DYER , Job Bennett, master, burthen 250 tons, en- tirely new and completely fitted. Apply to Warren Ashley. Sept. 3. tf 140
For Freight or Charter, The Ship JANE , Melzar Joy, master, burthen 185 tons, can be ready to receive a cargo in ten days. Apply to the master on board, or Phinehas Dana. tf 144
Who offers for SALE, 77 Puncheons Jamaica RUM , Imported in said Ship. Sept. 3. tf 144
For Charter, The remarkable fine Ship  AMERICA , Captain Langdon, two years old, burthen 230 hogheads tobacco, now ready for the reception of a cargo. ALSO, THE BRIG  ROBERT BARCLAY , Two years old, burthen 200 hlds. tobacco, expected daily from New-York. For terms, apply to Richard Blow. August 29. tf 119
For Sale or Charter, The fast sailing Sch'r CAROLINE , James Gilbert, Master, burthen 120 tons, 240 or 250 barrels. Will be ready to receive a cargo in 4 days. Apply to Francis Smith. Who is now landing and for Sale, from said Schooner, on Maxwell's wharf, 23 Puncheons choice Grenada RUM . August 29. tf 124
For Freight or Charter, The brig JUPITER , burthen 1600 bar- rels—and the Schooner JAMES , burthen 750 barrels, both in order to receive cargoes Apply to Thomas Willock. August 29. tf 127
For Freight or Charter, The Ship ELIZA , William Daggett, Master, 400 hogheads burthen. C. & F. Whittle. Who have for Sale on board the said Ship, 10,000 bushels St. Ubes SALT . August 29. tf 128
For Freight or Charter, The good Ship JASON , Titus Salter, master, burthen 240 tons, can be ready to re- ceive a cargo in two days. For terms apply to the master on board, or to Phinehas Dana. August 29. tf 130
For Freight or Charter, The mod Ship ALEXANDER , Miles King, master, can be ready to receive a cargo in ten days For SALE, 12,000 bush. Liverpool stoved SALT , 30 Crates of well assorted CROCERY WARE . Also—An extensive assortment of  FALL GOODS , Which will be disposed of on low terms, for Cash. J. & W. Southgate. August 27. tf 116
We want a freight of Tobacco, For the Ship JULIA , Captain Vickery, to a port in France, bur- then 350 hogheads. C. & F. Whittle. August 25. tf 112
For ANTWERP. The good Ship PATSEY , David G. Bowles, master, burthen 370 tons, lying at City Point, having more than half of her cargo engaged and now receiving it on board—For the remainder, about 500 bales of cotton are wanted, which will be taken at a moderate freight, if application be immediate- ly made to Mess. Gallego, Richards, & co. Richmond; Rambaut, Gerou, & co. Petersburg, or to James Maurice, & co. August 25. tf 109
For SALE, The good Ship ELIZA , copped to the beams, burthen 275 tons— For terms, apply to Moses Myers. August 22. tf 106
For a Port in France, The fast sailing Ship Highland Mary , Part of her cargo is engaged for the Bay of Biscay. George Murray, & Co. August 20. tf 102
For LONDON, The well known elegant Ship  ALMIRA , Captain Whipple, three years old, and bur- then 500 hlds.—She will be ready to receive a cargo in three days, and has a considerable part of it engaged; for freight of the remainder, or passage, (having excellent accommoda- tions) apply to Capt. Whipple on board, or N. Heron. August 20. tf 98
For Sale or Charter, The fine starch, fast sailing Brig  ANN ELIZABETH , Richard Owens, master, 4 years old, burthen about 1300 barrels, and will be ready to receive a cargo in a few days. Apply to John Brown. Who has received from Madeira by said Brig, a few pipes, hogheads, and quarter casks London particular Madeira WINE , which will be sold low by applying as above. August 11. tf 66
For Freight or Charter, The fast sailing Brig ELIZABETH , Powers, master, burthen 1300 barrels, will be ready for the reception of a cargo in a few days. Apply to John Davis. Portsmouth, July 16. tf 908
For Charter, The fast sailing coppered Ship  FRANKLIN , Luther Dana, Master, burthen 500 hlds. to- bacco, and will be ready to receive a cargo in a few days. Ap- ply to the master on board, or the subscriber William Pennock. August 8. 3w 60
Ran-away from the Subscriber, a ne- gro man named TOM , about 45 years of age, a short thick fellow, about 5 feet high, speaks with a little of the Guinea accent; has lost all his fingers on one hand, and two on the other, by frost, his thumbs are saved on both. I purchased him from Nansemond, but he may be lurking about Norfolk. I will give Twenty Dollars if taken out of Norfolk or Ports- mouth, or Fifteen if in either of them, and delivered to me. John Cox. September 1. tf 134
NOTICE. All persons having claims against the Estate of DANIEL McPHERSON , deceased, are requested to exhibit them immediately to the Subscriber duly attested; those indebted to said estate, are informed that an immedia- te payment is indispensable. John Mc'Phail, Ex'r. August 1. tf 38
NOTICE. The Copartnership of P. DANA, & Co. being dissolved by the death of Mr. STEPHENS PARHAM ; bu- siness in future will be transacted by Phinehas Dana. August 20. tf 95
FOR SALE, Now landing on our wharf, from on board the British Sloop Patrick Bourke , Capt. Blay, from Antigua, 14 hlds. Muscovado , and 26 tierces Clayed SUGAR , by C. & F. Whittle. August 18. tf 83
102 hogheads choice SUGAR, Landing from on board the Brig Peace , from Trinidad.—For Sale by Moses Myers. ALSO, 50 pipes 4th proof Cogniac BRANDY . August 18. tf 84
40 Dozen excellent PORT WINE, For SALE by Angus Martin. August 18. 4w 89
Received for the Schooner Ranger, 17 Puncheons Tobago RUM . 5 do. do. MOLASSES . For SALE by Wilson, Cunningham, & co. August 8. 3w 58
Dissolution of Partnership. THE Partnership of John D. Haldane, & Co. of Norfolk, expired this 11th day of August, 1806, by limitation of time, agreeable to their copartnership articles.—All persons having claims against the said firm, will exhibit them to the said John D. Haldane and Alexander Baird, for settlement; and those indebted to the concern, are requested to make payment to the said John D. Haldane and Alexander Baird, who are fully authorised to grant discharges. John Baird, John D. Haldane. August 11. 3w 72
FOR SALE, The LOT and HOUSES , whereon John Hamilton, Esq. the British Consul resides; on it are a three story Dwelling-House, an Office, a Kitchen, and other houses necessary for family use—A Well of good Water newly fitted, and a Garden lately pailed in, a Ware- house and Cellar under it, the remains of a Wharf which will make a good foundation to build on, with all the privi- leges of lots situated on the river of extending a wharf—Also, two hundred and seventy-one and half acres of well timber- ed Land, with a good Fishery on Willoughby's Bay, taking in the mouth and part of Mason's Creek, where the best of Fish and Oysters can be conveniently taken—Also, a Lot in Smithfield, between Mr. Purdie's and Capt. Todd's lots. For terms apply to Thomas Newton. August 1. tf 39
ANCHOVIES, By the gallon—For SALE by John Gay. August 18. tf 88
For SALE by the Subscribers, a general assortment of Ship Chandlery, Cordage, and Cables, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 inches, English PAINTS and OIL, Sheathing PAPER, BAR IRON, TOBACCO, Richmond Inspection; FLOUR, PORK, Prime and Cargo, New-York Inspection, 200 Gun CASES; 20 Boxes SECARS . They have also on hand, an extensive and good as- sortment of  GROCERIES. Noble, Arbuthnot, & Co. March 31. tf 623
To Rent or Lease, for one or five years, A commodious BRICK-HOUSE , Situated on Smith's Point, lately occupied by the Subscri- ber; to this tenement is annexed an excellent garden, &c. Apply to Thomas Price. Who has for Sale, A likely NEGRO MAN , about 22 years old; an excellent house servant, and has been accustomed to drive a carriage. July 11. tf 898
For Rent, or Storage received, That large and commodious WARE-  HOUSE , on Hutchings' wharf. For terms, apply to John Brown, or Wm. Cammack. August 4. tf 44
This Day landing from on board the schoon- er Rising States , Captain Newcomb, 20 Pipes Holland GIN , entitled to debenture, 10 do. 4th proof Cogniac BRANDY , 12 kegs Ground GINGER . Fisk & Catlett. August 4. tf 43
FOR SALE, 430 Shares MARINE STOCK , For Cash.—Enquire of the Editor of this Paper. August 25. tf 113
FOR SALE, 73 punch. choice 4th proof RUM , Received by the brig Paragon , Captain Robertson, from Jamaica. Redmon & Frith. July 11. tf 899
At a Quarterly Session Court, continued and held the 30th day of August, 1806. John Gardiner, jun. Jonathan Worth, and Woodbridge Oulins, Merchants, trading un- der the firm of John Gardiner, jun. and  Co. AGAINST Francis and Francis, G. Robinson, absent debtors, Conway and Fortescue Whittle, and John Davis, Defts.
In Chancery. The Defendants Francis and Francis G. Robinson , not having en- tered their appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly, and the rules of this Court; and it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that they are not Inhabitants of this Commonwealth: on the motion of the Complainants by their Counsel, it is ordered that the said Defendants Francis and Francis G. Robinson do appear here on the fourth Mon- day in November next, and answer the Bill of the Complain- ants, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some paper printed in the Borough of Norfolk for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court- House of this Borough: and it is further ordered, that the Defendants Conway and Fortescue Whittle, and John Davis , who have effects of the said Francis and Francis G. Robinson , in their hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them till the further order of this Court. A Copy, Teste, William Sharp, C. N. B. C. 139
10 Groce Wine & Porter BOTTLES, 700 Groce CORKS , 500 lb. excellent GLUE , 11,000 two and 3 Bushel BAGS , 105 Boxes Window GLASS , 175 do. 1st qual. Spanish SEGARS , 27 Packages German LINEN . For Sale by John C. Niemeyer. July 28. 3m 25
All persons indebted to the estate of the late WM. DAVIES, Esq. will please make payment, and those to whom the estate is indebted, will please furnish their accounts properly attested, in order that provision may be made for their payment. Fortescue Whittle, Adm'r. June 18. 3m 838
FOR RENT, The three large and commodious Ware Houses 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
NOTICE. The partnership of S. MARKS, jun. &  Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent, and S. Marks, jun. is fully authorised, to settle the said concern. S. Marks, jun. Henry Bull. August 28. tf 122
Landing from on board the schooner Harriot, 60 Tierces RICE , and a few bales of  COTTON —For Sale by Fisk & Catlett. August 20. tf 100
GERMAN GOODS.  JOHN C. NIEMEYER, Offers for Sale the following GOODS , for Cash or on con- venient credit, for approved Bills only, viz. 5000 Bags 2 & 3 bushels, loose and in bales, 6000 East-India Gunny Bags, 330 pieces Hessian and brown Rolls, 325 pieces while Rolls, of four qualities, 140 pieces Tickenburgs and Oznaburgs, 160 pieces Platillas, white and brown, 15 pieces Dowlas, 20 do. Checks, 40 do. Britannias, 40 do. Rouans, 45 do. best Flemish Sheetings, 20 do. fine Bedtickings 2 yards wide, 24 do. Matrass Tickings, 18 do. German Canvas, 15 do. do. Shirt Linen, 44 yards each, from 65 to 110 dolls. per piece, 14 do. 37 yds. each, at 36 to 75 dolls. per piece, 240 do. Velvet Ribbons, assorted, 40 boxes English crown window Glass, 70 do. Baltimore window Glass assorted, at the manufactory prices, for cash, 2000 wt. Lamb's Wool, su- perior quality, 5000 doz. German Phials, ve- ry cheap, 2000 bunches red Garnet Beads, 300 doz. Watch Christians, assorted, 25 do. coarse thread Stockings, 10 do. fine do 100 boxes of Goddard's Spanish Segars, 75 do. 2d and 3d qualities, 12 boxes about 2000 straws 1-3 pint Tumblers, 3 do. Wine Glasses and Decanters, 23 do. China and elegant cut Glass Ware, 5 do. Toys, 60000 Toy Marbles, 1 case fine Hats, 100 wt. Twine, 120 doz. gold and silver Hat Cords, 35 boxes short Pipes, three groce each, 350 wt. Canary Seed, 1 cask Glue, Spectaclegreen and plain, an elegant assortment to suit all ages, Goggles plain and green, Pistolet, an elegant assortment, do. 1 case superior Hair Triggers, Fowling Pieces, elegant dou- ble barrels; do common, single do. Flutes, patent and plain, Fifes; Octaves; Tambourins; Flageolets, double and single, Violins, and elegant bows, Instruction Books, & Musick, Violin Strings, Bridges, and Screws. Also a complete assortment of the following Articles, viz. Fifty assorted Trunks, Oil Cloth, Coffee Mills, German Razor Hones, Morocco Sha- ving Cases, do. Pocket Books, do. Sagar Boxes, Spectacle Cases, Windsor Soap, Hand Lanthorns, best Tortoise Shell Combs, Ivory & Horn do. fine Razors & Penknives, Pocket Knives of all kinds, Knives and Forks, Snuffers very elegant, Brass Candle- sticks, Coffee Toasters, Shoe Brushes, Cloth do. Mill Saws, Frying Pans, Shovels, Tongs, and Pokers, Fish Hooks, Table Mats, Battle Doors and Bells, Bell Metal Kettles, Waffle Irons, Wafer Irons, German Lace & Thread, Bird Cages & Baskets, Black Silk Velvet, 2000 Agate Flint, Jewellery and Chrystal Beads, Toilet Looking Glasses, com- mon do. assorted, Snuff Box- es, Umbrellas, Plush for Sad- dles, Passage Lamps, Cham- ber Lamps and Wicks, Back- gammon Tables, 800 Dice, elegant Chess Men, and Crib- bage Boards. Apply as above. May 16. tf 744
A valuable Tract of LAND for Sale. The Subscriber will sell his Plantation cal- led Level-Green, adjoining the town of Kempsville, in the county of Princess Anne. There is on the farm a Dwelling- House and orchards; it contains about 500 acres, and the land is excellent; it's figure is a square, and it's local position handsome and eligible, lying on the Eastern-Branch of Eliza- beth river, and also on the public road leading to Norfolk. It is conveniently situated with respect to Norfolk market, being about 5 miles distant by water, and 9 by land. It is contiguous to Broad-Creek, which abounds in good oysters; it is well timbered, and has a good landing. 'Tis not ex- travagant to say, that from the timber alone, a net sum may be made nearly, if not entirely, equal to the purchase mo- ney. Any person who may wish to view the Land, will apply to Mr. Wilson on the premises, to Mr. Charles Sayer, William Bishop, James Robinson, or William White, all of whom reside in the neighbourhood.—The purchaser will be accommodated in a long credit. Tully Robinson. Princess-Anne, August 8. tf 63
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
For Rent, The Store, Compting Room & Cellar No. 41, Main-Street, lately occupied by Mr. Wm. McCut- chen. Apply to Thomas Willock. March 17. 594
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY, ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street. THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skillful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of  Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, for cash only, viz. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d Nails, at 7d. 1-2 per lb. 6d, 10d, 12d, and 20d Brads at 7d. 1-2 per lb. 6d, Nails at 9d. 1-2 per lb. Sheathing, do. at 7d. 1-2 per lb. 6d, Brads at 4s. 6d per M. 4d, do. at 2s. 9d per M. 3d, do. at 2s. 3d per M. 4d, Nails at 2s. 9d per M. 3d & 2d do. at 2s. 3d per M. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. June 2. tf 783
CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY.  EPHRAIM WELCH, No. 88, MAIN-STREET, WITH gratitude acknowledges the liberal encourage- ment the citizens of Norfolk, Portsmouth, and the Public have been pleased to offer since the introduction of his Nail Manufactory in this Borough, and informs them that he has erected all his Machines new, which are very consi- derably improved, and continues to manufacture the best qua- lity—And has on hand for SALE, a constant supply of Patent NAILS and BRADS , which is cut length ways of the hoop, and to accommodate his customers, has thought proper to reduce the prices as follows, by the keg for Cash, viz. 8d. 10d. 12d. and 20d. Nails at 7d. 1-2 per lb. 8d. 10d. 12d. and 20d. Brads at 7d. 1-2 per lb. 6d. Nails at 9d. 1-2 per lb. Sheathing Nails at 7d. 1-2 per lb. 6d. Brads at 4s. 6d. per M. 4d. do. at 2s. 9d. per M. 3d. do. at 2s. 3d. per M. 4d. Nails at 2s. 9d. per M. 3d. and 2d. do. at 2s. 3d. per M. ALSO FOR SALE, Crowley and German Steel Hoop IRON .— Nail Machines made and warranted good, on short notice. N. B. All of the Nails, Brads, and Articles, sold at the Ma- nufactory. June 13. tf 851
SECOND CLASS.  SCHEME OF A LOTTERY, For the Benefit of WILLIAM and MARY COLLEGE. 5,938 Tickets at 10 dolls. each, dolls. 59,380 4,685 do. at 15 do. do. 70,257 10,623 Deduct loss on 2000 Tickets renewed, 4,500 Dolls. 125,135
To float in the wheel, and come out as chance may direct. 2 Prizes of 5000 Dollars, each, Dolls. 10,000 4 do. 2000 do. 8,000 16 do. 1000 do. 16,000 16 do. 500 do. 8,000 32 do. 200 do. 6,400 160 do. 100 do. 16,000 232 do. 50 do. 11,600 750 do. 20 do. 15,000 1 do. 155
Stationary Prizes are, 1 Prize first drawn, after 1000 Tickets } are out, 500 1 do. 2000 500 1 do. 3000 500 1 do. 4000 500 1 do. 5000 500 1 do. 6000 500 1 do. 7000 10,000 1 do. 8000 500 1 do. 9000 500 1 do. last drawn, a Prize 20,000 1223 Prizes. Dolls. 125,000 9400 Blanks.
The superiority of this Scheme to the one first proposed, is so obvious, that little need be said in recommendation of it. Those inclined to adventure, will see that their chance for obtaining prizes is greatly increased; that pending the drawing, their small prizes may be immediately invested in other tickets, thereby giving them a chance for prizes of considerable magnitude. To those who have drawn prizes of 15 dollars. In the First Class, as well as to those who have drawn blanks, information is now given, that the prizes may at their own option be re- newed by tickets in this Class, and their blanks also, but upon the payment in the latter case of 10 dollars with each blank, provided such prizes and blanks, with the cash, be remitted free of postage, to Robt. Greenhow, merchant, in Williamsburg, agent and treasurer, or to William Newsum, Post-Master, in Norfolk, previous to the commencement of the drawing, after which period no renewal will be made. When to the prospect of individual advantage that may result to each adventurer, is added the patri- otic reasons which induced the legislature to author- ise this Lottery, it is ardently hoped that the dis- position of tickets, will soon enable the commission- ers to certify, that the drawing has commenced; which event, the agent assures the public, shall be expedited by every means in his power. Robt. Greenhow, Ag't & Treasurer. June 18. tf 842
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