Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1805-11-08 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.
VOL. II.]
FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 8, 1805.
[NO. 50.]
WHOLESALE PRICE-CURRENT.
NORFOLK, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1805.
   ARTICLES. per From To Remarks     BACON lb. 16 23   Beef, cargo bbl. 7 50   Prime 9 50   Mess 11   Brandy, Sp. 1st p. gal. 82 88   2d p. 82 85   3d p. 84 87   4th p. 85 88   Fr. 5d p. 1 1 5   4th p. 1 10 1 13   Peach, 90   Apple, 65 70   Bread, Pilot 100lb. 6   Navy. 5 50   Ship 3 50   Butter, Export. lb. 20 22   Candles, Dipt 20 22   Mould 23   Sperm. 63   Coal, English bus. 23 None   Virginia 22   Cocoa, Island 100lb. None   Caracas 56 58   Coffee, W. India lb. 28 30   Cordage, Country 100lb. 14 14 50   Foreign 10 11   Cotton, Geo. Upland lb. 23 24 Scarce   Sea Island None   St. Domingo 30   Surinam None   Duck, American bolt. None   Ravens 14 15 Scarce   Russia 20 21   Holland 22 24   No. 1 to 7, English 34 40   Flour, Superfine bbl. 8 New.   Fine 7 50   Middlings 6   X ditto 6 50   Fish, Cod, dry quin. None   Herrings bbl. 4 75 5   Shad None   Fustick ton. 45   Gin, Holland, 1st p. gal. 95 1 Plenty   N. E. 1st p. 70 75   Grain, Wheat bus. None   Corn 83 84 dull   Barley None   Oats 38   Hemp, Russian ton. 275   Hides, Dried lb. 10 14   Hog-s-Lard 19 20   Indigo, Florent None   N. Orleans None   Iron, Pig ton. None   American ref. 120 125   Russia 100   Logwood, Bay 70 75   Camp. 80 82   Lead, Sheet 100lb. 12 50 14   Meal, Kiln-dried bbl. None   Mahogany, Bay sq. feet   St. Dom. 14 15   Molasses, gal. 38 44   Peas, Black-eyed bus. 75   Pepper, lb. 19 20   Pimento, 16 18   Pitch, bbl. 2 75 3   Pork, Fargo 16 50   Prime 17 50 18 50   Mess 20   Raisins, cask.   dito, box. 4 Plenty   Rice, 100lb. 4 75   Rosin, bbl. 3 3 50   Rum, Jamaica, 4th p. gal. 93 95   Antigua, 3d p. 86   St. Croix, 3d p. 86   W. Island, 3d p. 78   Country, 57   Salt, St. Mart. bus.   Turks Island, 70   Isle May, 68 dull.   St. Ubes, 67   Cadiz, 60   Liverpool, 27   Soap, Brown, lb. 11 12   Castle, 25   Sugar, Muscovado, 100lb. 8 50 12 brisk   Hay, Brown, 11   White, 14 50 15   Shingles, Cyp. 22 in. M. 3 3 25   15 in. 3   Staves, W. O. hhd. 25 27   pipe 60 65   hhd. head 25 27   do. red oak 16 18   Tar, bbl. 2 25   Tobacco, Richmond, 100lb. 6 50 6 75   Petersburg, 5 50 6   Rappa, 4 50 6   Potomack, None   Tallow, Russia, lb. None   American, 14 16 Scarce   Turpentine, bbl. 2 50 2 75   Wax, Bees, lb. 37 None   Wines, Madeira, pipe. 230 350 Plenty   Lisbon, gal. 1 25 1 30 Scarce   Teneriffe, 1 1 12   Sherry, 1 1 15 Plenty   Port, pipe. 160 220 Scarce   Malaga, gal. 1 1 10  
Premiums of Insurance on American Property.
   To Great-Britain, Ireland, Portugal, and Spain, without the Straits of Gibraltar. 4 4 1-2   France, Holland, Bremen, and Embden, 4 5   In the Mediterranean,   Madeira, Canaries, Azores, and Cape de Verd Islands, 4   British and Neutral Windward Islands from Barbadoes to St. Thomas 4 4 1-2   Jamaica and Honduras 12 1-2   Porto Rico, 6   Havana, 4 1-2 5   Cape-Francis, (unarmed) cannot   Ports in the Bite of Leogane, be   Ports on the South side of St. Domingo, insured   Persia, India, and China, 4 1-2 5   Coasters, 2  
Prices of Stocks.
   Virginia Bank, 5 per cent. advance.   Norfolk Marine Insurance Company, shares at par, dull sale.   United States Bank, 540 ells. per share.   Exchange on London, 433 1-3 dollars for 100l. Ster- ling.  
ORIGINAL REMARKS
THE PRESENT POLITICKS OF EUROPE.
FROM BELL'S WEEKLY MESSENGER.
September 1.
An enquiry into the effects of War between Russia and France.
The hopes of England, and the expectation of Europe seem about to be realized, and an active and able ally, is upon the point of taking the field. It was the early boast of Buonaparte, that England, single handed, was no match for France. Much and deservedly as this boast has been ridiculed, it must not be disguised, that, if this assertion had been confined to offensive war, in the present power of France, it was too true.
Were England to venture a campaign in France without allies, to say the least, it must be ineffectual. The resources of England are not equal to the support of an army which penetrate the brazen frontier of the French Republic. An army of 50,000 men would be nothing against the hosts of France, but an army of 50,000 men would be more than England could in prudence spare.
In these circumstances the efforts of the ministry have been directed to procure an efficient ally. They have at length happily succeeded.—Whilst England, confining herself to what she is intended by nature, a predominant maritime power, checks the colonial accession, and annihilates the commerce of her enemy, the armies of Russia are about to enter into her territories, and attack her empire in its centre.
This confederacy, it is said, cannot fail to restore the former state of Europe, or at least reduce the power of France from its dangerous predominance.
Let us not be accused of unworthy despair if we venture to suspend our assent to this conclusion. Russia is powerful:—Granted; but let it be granted on the other hand, at least granted upon positive proof, that France, too, is a powerful nation; a nation powerful beyond what the British people, and those whose interest it is to write to please them, are willing to acknowledge.
In the present excellence of military science, the event of war has become almost a thing of calculation. Let us examine the resources of our enemy, and those of our allies; the collation and comparison will lead us to a probable conclusion.
As this is a point of the first importance, and cannot fail to have a proportionate interest, we shall endeavour to exhibit it clearly and briefly.—Abstracting from it, therefore, all other matter, we submit it under its separate heads, and have remarks and conclusions to our readers.—With regard to the resources of France, as the assertions of all our political writers have been in exact contradiction to the truth of the case, the examination of these assertions will furnish us with a suitable order.
In the first place, it has been asserted that the present real strength of France, that is to say, the pecuniary resources, are inferior to what they were under the monarchy; that France is on the eve of bankruptcy, and that misery and poverty pervade the provinces.*
This we absolutely deny, and upon the following brief reasons:
1. The revenue of the monarchy of France never exceeded 22 millions.
The revenue of the empire upon the conclusion of the last year exceeded 36 millions.
2d. The interest of the permanent debt of the French monarchy exceeded its revenue more than one third—so that the monarchy laid in fact nothing to bring forward against any extraordinary occurrence.
The interest paid to the present national creditors of the republic does not exceed two millions, leaving a clear income of thirty-four millions.
3d. The amount of the collection of the revenues of the monarchy was one fifth of the whole revenue, four millions three hundred thousand pound, and the amount of honorary pensions paid out of the revenue was upwards of two millions six hundred thousand, leaving the whole revenue of the state about fifteen millions.
The amount of collection and pensions paid out of the revenue of the republic, is about two millions, leaving thirty-two millions to meet the expenses of the government.—The reader will remember that this thirty two millions is clear of all debts; whereas the whole of the fifteen millions, and one-third more, was due to the creditors of the state, and therefore not available to the state one live.
4th. And most materially of all, the monarchy was taxed more heavily to procure thirty-seven,—Sixteen millions of the present revenue were the spoils of the clergy and the feudal rights, and have thus been added to the national income, without adding one penny to the former burthens.—The only difference is, that the landholders now pay to the nation what they formerly paid to the clergy and the lords of the Seniors.—The land pays no more, though the revenue gains the sixteen millions.
The conclusion from these articles is briefly this, that as the French monarchy was in debt ten millions beyond its income, and the present empire has a revenue of thirty four millions clear of all debt, that the latter is richer than the former, that is to say, stronger in pecuniary resources to the amount of thirty-four millions.
With regard to the relative state of England and France it is necessarily included in the above; or, at least, in the following short political antithesis:—
France has no national debt—no matter how it has been abolished—she has not at present any.
England has a debt of five hundred millions.
France can spare thirty millions without any extraordinary exertion, and in peace as well as in war.
England has stretched her taxation to the utmost, and her exertions are indeed wonderful.—Her spirit will support them during the war, but in peace they must remit.
The taxes in France amount to about twenty per cent on the national income.
The taxes in England to thirty nine per cent.
We should not have been thus full in detail, were it not necessary, in answer to the numerous writers who, for purposes best known to themselves, daily misrepresent the state of France.—France is neither poor nor miserable. Buonaparte is, doubtless, the most hateful of all the usurpers who have ever disgraced the page of history; but he is possessed of too much ability, and too well knows the nature of his tenure, to oppress and impoverish his empire.
* See Sir Francis D'Ivernois' late publication, and a variety of others, in the shape of financial Exams, and the narratives of Gentlemen just "Escaped from the Continent."
The utmost power of France is unequal to the conquest of England, but let us not be deceived by the false reports of our travellers into the belief that France lies at our mercy, that she is at the eye of bankruptcy, and we have only to wait to behold her ruin. She is not miserable, nor are her people as yet starving.
If such are the pecuniary resources of France, her military establishment is equally a subject of terror. In this point of view Russia is her only equal antagonist. Let us compare their powers.
The population of France has ever been estimated at thirty millions.—We may reasonably add twelve millions for Holland, Switzerland, and the conquered part of Germany, to say nothing of Italy. This will compose a sum of forty-two millions. Her present armies are estimated at 500,000 men.
The population of Russia is estimated at forty millions, but it has this disadvantage in a comparison with France, that the forty millions of Russia are spread over the immense space of nearly one-fifth of the whole globe, whilst that of France occupies comparatively a very insignificant territory. The natural consequence of this is, that Russia cannot spare a proportion of her population for her armies equal to that of France. In some parts of her empire she could not raise an hundred men without depopulating a province.
A population thus widely scattered, may make a good militia, but it would be absurd to assert that it is suited to raise a numerous army. It might be brought into use if attacked in their own country, but it is not available as an offensive force.
The military force of Russia, therefore, cannot be equal to that of France. If Russia can spare two armies of eighty thousand men each, the one, after a stated interval, to follow and recruit the other into Europe, it is the utmost that can be expected of her.
The armies of Russia must enter by the way either of Germany or Italy.
They cannot enter, or at least effectually enter, by the way of Germany without the concurrence of Prussia.—But there is every reason to imagine that Prussia will not favour this design.—In the first place, whatever may be said to the contrary, it is her evident interest not to permit it. Prussia has every thing to fear from Russia. She is already surrounded by a circumvallation of the Russian power. Russia, upon the decline of the house of Austria, has become the natural enemy of Prussia.—Prussia looks to the increase of her own power from the wrecks of the house of Austria, by the aid of France; Russia is her only check to this design. Prussia moreover knows that it is the interest and intention of France to increase the Prussian power as a suitable check to Russia on the side of Europe. The interests of France and Prussia therefore concur? and thus there is every reason to apprehend that Prussia will be an ally of France, or, what is effectually the same, will be neutral, and preserve an armed frontier against the Russians.
If such be the argument from the interests and relations of Prussia, it is still further confirmed, to us, at least, from what has lately occurred—the mission and sudden recall of Novosiltzoff. We are much mistaken if Novosiltzoff was sent to Berlin to negotiate with Buonaparte at Paris. It appears to us as more probable, time and circumstances considered, that his mission was to Berlin and to Berlin only—that his real purpose was to procure the accession of Prussia to the Confederacy, and that, failing in this object of his mission, he had only to return as he came.
This return was evidence of his failure—the mediation with Buonaparte a pretext.
Russia therefore must march her armies into Italy. If any part of the French frontier is impregnable it is that which is guarded by the mountains of Switzerland. Should the Russians, therefore, after many battles, for it will not be the effect of one or two, succeed in driving the French back upon the mountains, they can drive them no further. Another very serious consideration here occurs: The French in this case are within their own bulwark, and the armies in reserve of France and Switzerland at hand to recruit them. The Russians cannot procure a man. The waste of war and disease is irreparable. The probable event will be, as it was once before, that the Russians will return as they came; they will forget that they are fighting with a nation of Europe, and not with a Turkish army; they will think every thing done by one victory, and enable the French to recover by the superiority of military knowledge, what they lose perhaps on the first one. In a single battle the French soldiers perhaps are not equal to those of many other nations in Europe; in a campaign their superiority to every other has been too often manifest. The ardour of their national character is singularly contrasted with the coolness of their military practice. They receive an enemy's fire—form again, when broken by the attack of the bayonet—yield to superior force, and recover their ground as they see opportunity—and this, not in a battle only, but throughout a whole campaign.
It has been remarked of Suwarrows, that in personal powers and demeanour, together with his conduct in battle and victory, he united the character of an ancient hero with the superstition, fierceness, and ignorance of an Attila or a Brennus. He wept and prayed, fought a battle, gained a victory, and thought every thing done; nor discovered his error, till upon his march next day he found himself flanked on both sides, or an enemy in his rear, composed of the army he had defeated, and thought annihilated, a few hours before.
While such is the probable event of an Italian campaign, let us turn to the side of Germany.
Here will most probably be Buonaparte in person, with the flower of the French army. What is to withstand them? Three, four, five campaigns of every preceding war have been consumed in the siege of strong fortresses, and the defence of them when taken. These fortresses are now in the hands of the French, or level with the ground. Buonaparte begins the war where his predecessors have been compelled to end it. The former bulwarks of his enemies are now his own advanced posts. There is actually no place of strength between the French territories and Vienna. Mentz, Mannheim, and Ingolstadt, are no more. Vienna will experience a siege in the first month of the campaign, and Russia will not have it in her power to raise it. The populace of Vienna are not the most attached to their emperor.
There yet remains another view to take of the subject. The Russians, as we have said before, must be employed either on the German or Italian side. Supposing that (in contradiction to all probability) they venture into Germany; Italy is then at the mercy of the French; Naples will not remain a kingdom one day longer: yet one of these alternatives must happen—that Russia must either protect Italy, and thus leave Germany to her fate; or enter Germany and lose Italy for ever.
It may be said that she can spare armies for both purposes. We are persuaded that no military man will assert this. The armies of Russia will be too distant from their own country (their only sure reliance for all the supplies they may require) to venture this division of their strength.
In a word we have no very sanguine hopes from the present confederacy. It is not complete, the parties have not a single and individual aim, Russia will compromise the safety of Austria upon the first reverse, and give her up as spoil to France and Prussia, in exchange for Turkey. Austria is timid and distracted by a multitude of counsellors and secret treason. Russia, jealous of the maritime sovereignty of England, and smarting at the insult directly levelled at her in the affair of Copenhagen, will confine her views within narrow limits; she would almost repine at her own success, if in depressing France, she should confirm the superiority of England.
Another difficulty will be in the disposal of whatever conquests she may make. They must be conquests for restitution: there is a common interest with the confederacy to prevent her appropriating them to herself; and the smaller powers, to whom they of right belong, are too feeble to re-assume them. Hence another fruitful source of contention.
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TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
FRIDAY EVENING, NOV. 8, 1805.
Yesterday came up from the Congress Frigate, in Hampton Roads, His Excellency SIDI SOLYMAN MELIMELI, Ambassador from the BEY OF TUNIS to the United States, attended by his two Secretaries. They visited Fort Nelson on their way up, by which they were saluted upon landing. Afterwards they proceeded to town, and dined with a select party at Bainbridge's hotel, accompanied also by captain Decatur and several of his officers.
In the evening, the Mayor and several respectable gentlemen of the town, visited the Ambassador, to whom they were presented by Captain Decatur, and this morning accompanied by his Secretaries, he returned the visits of the Mayor and some other gentlemen. We do not know when they leave town, but understand they only wait for a fair wind to proceed in the frigate to Washington. The novelty of their appearance, and their magnificent costume in the true Turkish style, attracted more attention than comported with good breeding, they did not however appear displeased, but seemed to attribute it to right cause. The Ambassador appears turned of 50 years of age, of a grave and dignified deportment.
After putting our paper of Wednesday to press, we received the LONDON TIMES, PUBLICK LEDGER, and MORNING POST, of the 16th of September, from which we have made copious extracts for this day's Ledger. The editorial speculations from the London papers are given in this day's paper at much length, with some well written remarks from BELL'S WEEKLY MESSENGER, for which latter, our readers will be pleased to refer to the first page of our paper. Although our advices do not contain an account of hostilities having been commenced, yet we regard them as unavoidable, unless (what we cannot calculate on) the French government will abate in some measure of its pretensions, by restoring to independence the Italian States, and retiring within those limits, which would restore in some measure that balance of power, which politicians have deemed essential to the preservation of the liberty of Europe. We think France will not be disposed to depart from her pretensions, and as the allies have armed to oblige her, the sword of course will be drawn, and the result be found in the chance of war.
On the continent of Europe, the preparations on all sides, are of the utmost magnitude, and evince a determination to prosecute the war with vigour. In Great-Britain, an expedition is going forward of the utmost importance, exceeding any thing of the kind, which that country has set on foot for some time. The papers state the force to be 33,000 foot and 10,000 horse, and some say the whole force will be 50,000 men. The destination of this force, was a profound secret at the date of our last advices. Conjectures were various, some imagined this force was to be sent to Italy; but the number of horse is much too large to be transported to such a distance, and we should suppose that horses would be drawn to Italy with more facility from Austrian dominions, and countries adjacent. An attempt on Holland is spoken of, and others imagine that Hanover is the object. There are a bolder set of quid nuncos , who have destined this army to France, and on the enemy's own shore, to contend with their rivals. Which, or if any of these conjectures have any foundation, it is impossible for us to say. We should, however, deem it not improbable that this army is intended, if not to invade France or Holland, to cause a powerful diversion in favour of Austria, by arresting the march of part of Buonaparte's army to the Rhine. If this can be effected, the Russians will have time to join the Austrians, before France falls upon them with their whole force.
The arrival of the East-India, China, Jamaica, and Quebec fleets in England, the two first without the loss of a ship, and the two latter with only three or four missing, has been the cause of much satisfaction, adding greatly to the resources of the nation in revenue and seamen.
State of the British Naval Force, Sept. 1, 1805. Snips of the line—In commission, 119; Fitting out, 25; In ordinary, 15; Building, 27. Fifies, 186; Frigates, 19; Sloops of war, &c. 410. Total, 757.
The official returns are compleated in Pennsylvania. Majority in favour of Governor M'Kean, 5189.
Joseph Bloomfield, Esq. is elected Governor of New-Jersey, without opposition.
DIED—Last evening, Mrs. MARIA ARMISTEAD, wife of Mr. Thomas Armistead, of this place. This morning Mr. HENRY BRAGG.
CREED TAYLOR, Esquire, was on Saturday unanimously appointed by the executive of this commonwealth, a Judge of the general court, to supply the vacancy occasioned by the death of Judge JONES. The executive, we understand, would not have proceeded to the appointment at this time, as the legislature will meet on the first Monday in the next month, had they not conceived the clause in the constitution vesting them with power in the recess imperative, and consequently that it was their duty to fill the vacancy immediately. Virginia Argus.
NEW-YORK, October 31. The British packet, Lady Arabella, arrived yesterday from Falmouth. We received by her a Halifax paper of the 17th inst. which says, "On Saturday arrived his majesty's ship Ville de Milan, capt. Lawrie, under jury-masts, having been disabled on
the 28th August. Sept. 23, in lat. 29, long. 69, in a heavy gale, lost the main and foremast, and five seamen.
WASHINGTON CITY, Nov. 1. The following papers have been recently received from England. Their authenticity may be relied on. The decision they announce is the more important from a contrary one having heretofore been adopted in the British tribunals.
WHITEHALL, 28th June, 1805. Council Office. Sir—The Lords of his Majesty's most honourable Privy Council having had under their consideration a report of his Majesty's Advocate, Attorney and Solicitor General, upon the petition of Thomas and Isaac Littledale, setting forth that on the arrival of the American ship Leda, Williamson master, at the port of Liverpool from New-York, with a cargo of flour and staves, the entry of the said cargo had been objected to on the ground that the master of the said vessel had not become a citizen of the U. States previous to their Independence, and that the said vessel was not entitled to import the said goods for home consumption, according to the act of 37th of his majesty, chap. 97; and it appearing by the said report that the master of the said ship is qualified to be the master of an American ship, so as to entitle the said ship legally to import goods into this country under the statutes referred to. I am directed to transmit a copy of the said report to you, for the information of the commissioners of his majesty's customs, and I am to desire that directions may be given to the officers of the customs of Liverpool, to admit the cargo of the said ship to be entered for home consumption under the statute of 27 of his majesty, chap. 97.
I am &c. (Signed) W. FAWKENR. CUSTOM-HOUSE—London, July 1, 1805. Let the Collector and Comptroller of Liverpool take care that the directions contained in Mr. Fawkenr's letter (of which the foregoing is a copy) be duly obeyed. By order of the comm'rs. (Signed) J. HUME.
To the Lord's of his Majesty's most honourable Privy Council. MAY IT PLEASE YOUR LORDSHIPS, In obedience to your Lordship's directions, signified us by Mr. Fawkenr, we have taken into consideration the petition of Thomas and Isaac Littledale, setting forth that on the arrival of the American ship Leda, Williamson master, at the port of Liverpool, from New-York, with a cargo of flour and staves, the entry of the said cargo had been objected to on the ground that the master of the said vessel (who is a native of Scotland) had not become a citizen of the United States previous to their Independence, and that the said vessel could not therefore legally import the said goods into this kingdom for home consumption according to the terms of the act of the 37th of his Majesty, ch. 97. And we have the honour to report our opinion to be under the authority of the case of Wilson versus Maryat in the King's bench in 1798, and afterwards in the Exchequer chamber in 1799, that Williamson having become a citizen of the United States, and having (as it is to be presumed) a bona fide residence there, is qualified to be the master of an American ship, so as to entitle such ship legally to import goods into this country under the statute referred to.
All of which is humbly submitted to your Lordship's wisdom. (Signed) J. NICHOLL, S. PERCIVALL, VICARY GIBBS.
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LONDON, September 9. The French squadron which lately chased the Melampus frigate, were fallen in with on the 30th ult. by the Wasp sloop of war and Growler gun-brig, who were both chased, and narrowly escaped being captured by them. The Wasp had a partial action with one of her frigates, and was obliged to throw most of her guns overboard to escape. Admiral Stirling, with five sail of the line, was detached in pursuit of them on the 1st instant, on which day, we are sorry to learn, they effected their retreat into Rochefort. On Saturday Lord Nelson had an interview at the Admiralty with Lord Barham, and took his final leave of the board, previous to his departure from town. His lordship has, we understand, powers as unlimited as ever were entrusted to any naval commander. His instructions are, at the same time, the most concise ever delivered. They merely ascertain his command, which is to extend from Cadiz Bay to the whole of the Mediterranean seas; and he is left at liberty to act according to any sudden exigency which may require the exercise of his judgement, as in his late pursuit of the combined fleets to the West Indies. The extraordinary confidence which is thus reposed in this illustrious commander, has been justly merited.
September 11. Despatches were yesterday received by government from admiral Collingwood, who being the senior officer, now commands the blockade of that port. The Achille, captain King, is arrived from that station, and brought the despatches. The force of admiral Collingwood, with the squadron of admiral Calder, that of sir R. Bickerton, and the four ships formerly under his own command, give him an effective force of 26 or 28 sail of the line. The enemy remain therefore closely watched. The conduct of the enemy during the whole of their late expedition, or rather cruise, from their first quitting Cadiz till their return to it, has been inconceivably absurd and ridiculous. That it was part of their object to discipline their crews, is very likely, but that was an object as compatible with wise and judicious plans of operation, as with a wild eccentric excursion, apparently directed to no end, and attended with no positive advantages. Every risk of enterprise has been run, and nothing has even been attempted. In the harbour where the enemy now are, there is every probability of their making a long stay. Experience has shown that the port of Cadiz is capable of a complete blockade, much more so we understand than any other of the enemy's principal naval stations. The fleet in Cadiz is thus neutralized for action, and has less chance than ever of annoying us, either by the menace, or by the attempt of active operations. It is evident that the enemy at sea conduct themselves with a timidity which betrays their consciousness of a superior. During the last four or five months, various great and important objects of attack were in their power, the devastation of our colonies, and the spoliation of our commerce. A bold cruise might have exposed to almost certain destruction, the most valuable fleets ever at sea. But fortunately for this country, all these opportunities have been thrown away, and our ministers have this consolation and the triumph, that the blindness or cowardice of the enemy, have saved us from the greatest dangers.
The Quebec fleet has arrived safe. The leeward island fleet, consisting of near 200 sail, is daily expected. There is another fleet expected from Jamaica this autumn, after which, for some months, our commerce will be little exposed to the depredations of the enemy. The arrival of the East India and West India fleets, has supplied government with a great number of sailors.
It appears that ministers are in earnest as to the project of some continental operations, in which British troops are to have a share. The number of regiments ordered on foreign service, or to hold themselves in readiness, amounts to a very large part of the disposable regular force in the British islands. As to the co-operation of British troops in a continental war, we entirely approve the principle of it, and provided the application of it is directed by a due attention to the circumstances of Europe, and in subserviency to the interests of the common cause, of repelling the encroachments of France, its effect must be beneficial both in assisting our allies and in demonstrating the strength and resources of the British nation. This country has declined in real political power and importance ever since our military force was held cheap by the Continental powers, and our diplomatic influence reduced to nothing.
But every reflecting man must perceive, that in the present state of the regular army of this nation, when to collect 10,000 men at a time is something very great, our co-operation must be subsidiary; and from its insignificance, must be, and ought to be, solely under the direction of the military power on the continent, with which we act. The Austrian operations are calculated on a large scale. A co-operation of 20 or 30,000 men must be subjected to the will and auspices of the grand armies in action, because the commanders of those armies can alone decide where, and in what manner, such detachments can be principally useful. Unless in concert with the Austrians, and combined with their plan of operations, the attempts of a British Russian army of debarkation, either in Italy or in Holland would be ridiculous and contemptible. There is every reason to believe, however, that the Austrians will not bend their plans either to the separate politics of this ministry, or of the Russians. Austria will by no means be very much gratified with a Russian protection of Naples, or a Russian influence in Italy. We venture to say, moreover, that the Austrians have not forgotten that dreadful campaign in the Riviera of Genoa, in which their army was destroyed, in 1800, previous to the battle of Marengo, upon the absurd and vain idea of penetrating into France through Nice and Provence, a piece of folly which the Austrian army attributed solely to Mr. Pitt's administration. They have not forgotten the famous diversion in Holland, which did not take place till the Russians and Austrians had been defeated in Switzerland, so that the disgraceful capitulation which ensued was inevitable. It is on every account to be desired and to be calculated, that our diversions shall aid the Austrians, and that the operations of the latter may render our diversions tolerably easy.
It will be to the last degree absurd to be at the trouble of tossing about our men in transports, and still more to expose them to be cut off without a complete arrangement of military operations with the Austrian government. Before any thing of importance is attempted, therefore, ministers will no doubt enter into explanations with that power to whom our efforts must be merely subsidiary, and whose diversion of the enemy's main force can alone render our aid important and useful.
In the mean time the creation and collection of a strong army, capable of giving some assistance, particularly in conjunction with a body of Russians, may be very proper; but to put them into action till a plan is settled, no military man would advise. It appears that a very considerable part of the forces preparing are cavalry, and as the Russians probably have no cavalry, the contribution of that species of troops naturally falls to this country.
Whether any general plan of operation has been concerted with foreign courts, particularly that of
Vienna, we cannot pretend to say. It is high time, however, that it was done. According to every probability, that Austrians will now be in campaign, and will require assistance. But from the manner in which the war on the continent begins, there is reason to fear that sufficient concert has not taken place. It is apprehended that the imprudence of precipitating the war this year will be discovered very speedily. The march of the Russians, in conjunction with the preparations of Austria, left Buonaparte no choice but to yield, or to strike a blow before his opponents had joined, or were ready for the conflict. In these circumstances we should imagine that ministers have still to consult with Austria, and that no plan of operations is finally arranged. If the late accounts from Malta be true the forces under Sir James Craig are to act in conjunction with the Russians now in Corfu. Other accounts stated, that they were going to Alexandria. But a general belief prevails that the Mediterranean will be the scene of operation. To attack Holland would require a very large army, and while the French possess the barrier towns, and have an army of observation in Hanover, would be to expose our army to a second capitulation. Indeed the season for action in Holland is very nearly over. Morn. Chron.
September 12. SPEECH OF THE LANDAMMAN OF SWITZERLAND.
A report has lately been circulated in Switzerland that that country was about to be united to France. The Landamman, in closing the session of the Diet, on the 17th ult. alluded to that report in his speech, of which the following is the substance:— "The Landamman first thanked the Deputies for the zeal they had shown in the service of their country, without losing sight of the act of mediation, so salutary to each and all, and so precious a monument of the creative genius of Napoleon. The Landamman next touched upon certain sinister rumours which had been circulated for some time (viz that Switzerland would be united to France) He characterized these rumours as the invention of an ill-understood interest of malice and imposture, received and exaggerated by credulity and ignorance. He requested the deputies to contradict positively, on their arrival in their respective cantons, those rumours, if they still existed, and to assure the people that the diet had received the most formal assurances of the continuance of the good will of their illustrious mediator and august ally; that nothing could throw a doubt upon the duration of the political relations established and guaranteed so solemnly." A new treaty of defensive alliance is on the tapis, between Prussia and Denmark. The dispatches which lately stopped the Prince Royal, on his military tour, are now stated to have announced the determination of Buonaparte to occupy the Duchies of Holstein and Schleswig, and to shut up the navigation of the sound should Russia make the north of Germany the theatre of war.
September 15. It is expected that a part of the troops destined for the secret expedition, will be embarked in the course of this day or tomorrow. Those in the neighbourhood of Chatham are to embark at the Nore; those near Deal are to be shipped at that port. The transports for the artillery, stores, &c. have already dropped down the river. The number of men intended to be employed will be considerable. An order has been given for the first battalion of every regiment of the line to be in readiness for foreign service; so that we are inclined to think that it is but a part of the expedition that is to sail immediately. As to the destination of this armament, it is understood to be the Mediterranean, and that it will be under the naval auspices of lord Nelson.
There seems to be a general belief that in the present circumstances something might be successfully attempted to destroy the enemy's long and expensive preparations at Boulogne. We wish such an enterprise were practicable, because the destruction of that nest of hornets, would not only relieve the country from much trouble and anxiety, but it would cover the French government with disgrace, and materially injure the reputation of Buonaparte, which, with the army and the people, is one of the principal sources of his power. If there were a rational prospect of success, it ought to be attempted. The proximity of the scene of action, would enable us to employ twice the force which we can send to the Mediterranean; and there would be this advantage, that no man would be killed but in battle, which, in expeditions even to the Mediterranean, many must fall from disease, confinement on shipboard, and other causes, even before they can be brought into action. If the attempt could be achieved by numbers, those numbers would be found for so near an object, and one felt to be so important. It is probable that not a few of the militia regiments would volunteer for that service. But undoubtedly without that resource a large army might be sent on an experiment a day's journey, when it would be frantic to send a much smaller force a voyage of many weeks. The success in both cases is doubtful; but we venture to assert, that this plan is not a jot more romantick, nor on military principles much less likely to operate either for complete effect or diversion, than the project we believe now to be on hand. Besides, if successful, or even if found to be impracticable, the other might be resumed, which for this year is too late, and more than sufficiently long for the spring campaign, if indeed there be any campaign on the continent next spring. If the attempt to take Boulogne by a coup de main be practicable now, we do not think it will be so in four months hence.
We are not so absurd as to imagine, however, that Boulogne is completely stripped of troops. Every man must interpret the intelligence of the breaking up of the camps at Boulogne with limitation, and understand only that the great proportion of forces is gone. What is the number of troops at Boulogne; what the strength of the place, and the number of men requisite to defend the works by which it is protected on the land side, we cannot pretend to decide. That a considerable number remain, there is no doubt. But an attack might be so sudden that the enemy might be almost surprised; and if the forces there are small, it would be some time before reinforcements could arrive, as there are no very considerable garrisons in the neighbourhood. It is very probable, however, that the place is well garrisoned, and is not to be taken by a coup de main . However, any menace of attack which prevents troops being marched to the Rhine, or causes them to be sent back, will be a most seasonable diversion for our allies upon the continent, and particularly the Emperor of Austria.
The intelligence from the continent, by the last Paris Journals, proves what we stated a few days ago, as to the absurdity of the reports of hostilities having commenced, and of count Cobenzel having left Paris. It is impossible that the Moniteur, and other papers, would have been silent as to that event. It still appears probable that the French will be the first to declare war, in consequence of the explanations of Buonaparte has demanded being unsatisfactory. But when this is done, it is very probable that Buonaparte will be prepared instantly to commence the campaign. It has been stated that Buonaparte, previous to his leaving Boulogne, sent orders for a similar convocation of the Senate took place immediately previous to lord Whitworth's leaving Paris, and on that occasion Buonaparte submitted to them the state of the negotiation. He will pursue the same course at present, to give more solemnity to

the declaration of war, and to procure for that important step the approbation of the Senate. It is not doubted that after this he will join the army, which will by that time be fully organised. General Soult has gone to Strasbourg, to assist in the necessary arrangements. General Dessolles, who was chief of the staff to Moreau in the famous campaigns in Germany, will be employed. Marshal Ney, likewise, who had served in the same army. It is believed too, that Lecourbe, who distinguished himself so much in mountain warfare, will again be brought into action on the frontiers of the Tyrol. If Jourdan is removed from the command of the army of Italy, he will, probably, be succeeded by Marshal Brune, who commanded that army when the Austrians, under general Bellegarde, were driven from their positions on the Mincio, in the beginning of the year 1801, previous to the armistices which preceded the treaty of Lunéville. [Morn. Chronique.]
We have been favoured, we believe exclusively, with the first number of "The Official Batavian State Gazette," from which we have extracted the speech of the Pensionary to their high mightinesses at the opening of an extraordinary sitting of the States on the 3rd instant.
The sentiments of a public functionary, who owes his political breath and being to an usurper and a despot, can claim but little consideration among the governments of Europe. The menaces or promises which might be expected to terrify or cajole when uttered by the "Conqueror and Pacifier," lose all influence in the mouth of the creature of his caprice and bounty. Were M. Schimmelpennick to harangue the Batavian people, through their high mightinesses, during twenty sittings, he will never be able to persuade the constituent body that he is not the organ and the servant of Buonaparte. With this conviction, the speech of the Pensionary cannot be expected to attract more of our attention than any of the notes which occasionally appear in the Monitor, or any other of the French Journals.
The only passage in it which deserves our consideration, is that to which we alluded in our paper of yesterday, and which then appeared to us to be of more pacific aspect than we find it to be upon farther perusal. The Pensionary, it appears, did not say, "that the tranquillity of the continent was not to be despaired of," but "that gloomy as the political horizon was, he did not despair of a more fortunate turn." There is a most important difference in the purport of both these communications. The former holds out some faint expectation of the continuance of peace; the ambiguity of the latter leaves the probability of peace or war to be determined according to the hopes or fears of those who speculate upon the tremendous alternative. There is, however, one suggestion in it, which we apprehend is meant to prepare the way for some further additions to the burthen of taxation, by which that country has, since the first revolution, been oppressed and weighed down. It is intimated to the free and independent republic, that she must make up her mind "to submit to inevitable sacrifices, to support her commerce, liberties, fame, and political existence almost, have been swallowed up by France, can be called upon to make, it is for the ingenuity of French alliance to discover. That Holland must contribute largely to the support of the war, it is reasonable to expect. The friendship of the great nation, is a most expensive article in the budget of any country which is honoured by it; the security of its protection, however, is supposed to compensate for the magnitude of the contributions it exacts."
The probability of a continental war has been intimated to the Batavian people under a species of demi-official authority. In most of the Dutch papers the following paragraph is immediately annexed to the account of the extraordinary sitting of the States, and the address of M. Schimmelpennick.
"The news received, relative to some movements in Germany, especially the assemblages of Austrian troops, have naturally caused some uneasiness. Meanwhile, we are positively informed, that the French Emperor takes the most effective precautions against every thing that might unexpectedly disturb the tranquillity established on the continent of Europe; and it is, doubtless, a consequence of his foresight, that the French and Batavian troops, the disembarkation of which has actually commenced, are marching to the Rhine with the greatest expedition."
This important article is not in perfect unison with the pacific tone of such of the Dutch Gazettes as are known to be under the immediate superintendence of government, or with the speech of the Pensionary. The population of that country, there is reason to suppose, would willingly excuse this superfluous delicacy in communicating an event to which alone they can look for an escape from the multiplied miseries by which they are surrounded. Some apology, was, however, necessary, for leaving them in an unprotected state, and the paragraph is employed to discharge a duty which could not, consistent with the dignity of the executive government, be admitted in the speech of the Pensionary. [Times.]
September 15.
RUSSIA.—Government proposes forming an institution at Petersburg for the purpose of improving the navy, which is to be called the Marine Museum . The institution will not confine itself to a school. Lessons in all the sciences necessary for a sea officer will be given. The Museum will publish a Journal upon every subject that concerns the marine. There will be a library, and a collection of natural history, which will be constantly opened to the students. The establishment is to be under the direction of the Minister of the Marine, and the members are to wear an uniform like that of the Marines.
According to the last returns addressed to the minister of public instruction, there exists at present in Russia 493 institutions for education, directed by 1475 masters, and frequented by 53,484 scholars. The expense of these establishments is two millions of roubles annually. The corps of cadets, that of the pages, academy of arts, commercial schools, and the institution for the education of women, are not comprised in the above calculation. Those who are acquainted with the state of education in Russia, before the accession of Alexander I. will be able to judge by the above statement, what that monarch has done to diffuse learning throughout his vast empire. The Russian catholics now eagerly assist his views. Different measures for the improvement of the establishments appointed for education have been ordered in an assembly convoked by the bishop of Luzk and Shitomir.
The third volume of the Biographical Dictionary of the Russian empire (in the Russian language) has at last made its appearance. Bell's W. Mess.
FLEETS ARRIVED.
EAST INDIA FLEET comprised 38 ships, including Whalers (upwards of 34,000 tons), about 1000 guns, and upwards of 4,000 men.
QUEBEC FLEET consisted of, for London 12 arrived—Portsmouth 2, arrived—Guernsey 1, taken—Bristol 5, 1 taken, 4 arrived—Liverpool 4, arrived—Greenock 1, arrived—Newry and Leith 1 each, not yet accounted for. Total 27.
JAMAICA FLEET—For London 84—Bristol 14—Liverpool 24—Newcastle 1—the Clyde 13—Ireland 5—Transports 3.—Total 144.—Of these, for London, 1 taken, 1 lost at Blackwall, and 2 unaccounted for;—for Bristol, 2 taken;—for Liverpool, 1 taken; for the Clyde, 1 taken;—for Ireland, 3 unaccounted for;—and 2 Transports, unaccounted for.
September 16.
Yesterday we received French and Dutch papers; the former to the 6th, the latter to the 11th inst. We can venture to assert that there are no others in London. Their contents are of great importance.
From the succeeding accounts received from the continent, we should have supposed that the indignation of Buonaparte would have manifested itself long before this, by some effort of enterprise and decision. No such thing: no hostilities have as yet taken place; and the emperor of the French, so late as the end of last month, was negotiating and remonstrating with the court of Vienna. The intelligence from Ratisbon states, that on the 25th ult. a courier passed through that city with a copy of a declaration which was to be delivered by the French ambassador at Vienna to the imperial court. The substance of this unexpected communication was officially notified to the different ministers of the diet, by M. Bacher, the French charge d'affaires; its principal contents will be found under that head.
If the declaration transmitted to Vienna be of the same character with that communicated by M. Bacher, it evinces strongly the folly and the apprehensions of Buonaparte. He, "good easy man," appears to have projected the invasion, in the perfect confidence, that Austria, and the other continental powers, would consider themselves so far bound to preserve the peace he had compelled, as to see him with perfect composure plunder and devastate and enslave this country. The movements of the Austrian troops in Italy and the Tyrol, excite in him, therefore, the greatest astonishment. He is surprised that his imperial majesty should shew a disposition to take advantage of his collecting an immense force on the coast, at the expense of weakening his armies in Italy, on the Rhine, and in Switzerland. He consents to defer the conquest of England until he has called the court of Vienna to account for thus intervening between his wrath and the "execution of the great enterprise in question;" when, if he should not be able to satisfy him, "he will march with his whole force to the Rhine, for the purpose of compelling Austria to preserve the peace of the continent."
Such is the spirit of M. Bacher's communication. For what purpose Buonaparte could have called upon Austria for explanation, except with the intention of counteracting any effect that the notes of the emperor of Germany, inserted in our paper of the 7th inst. might have had in France, and rendering the war more popular by a shew of moderation, is not easy to be discovered. He surely could not have expected that she would have discontinued her preparations, whether for offence or neutrality, and sent her troops back to their quarters, to allow him to prosecute, with all his heart and strength, his designs against England. The Corsican seems sadly at a loss to find a plausible excuse for the war, of which his extravagant ambition is the sole cause. He appears to fear that the expedition against Austria will not be so popular as the expedition against England. If he can place the necessity of the war upon no stronger grounds than those of compelling Austria to preserve the peace of the continent, his pretext will not, we believe, kindle much enthusiasm among the hundred thousand men, who were speculating upon the partition of the sack and plunder of London.
With whatever design he has thought proper to make this strange demand of Austria, he seems to place little confidence in her answer, as he has put his armies into motion almost before it could be presented. Not only the armies from Boulogne and Holland are proceeding by rapid marches to the Rhine, but the French troops in Hanover are breaking up, and the troops are advancing to the southward. It is not improbable but that a temporary evacuation of that electorate may take place. The preparations of Buonaparte are indeed by no means so far advanced as we had reasons to think they were. It was only on the 1st instant that the van guard of the army of England passed through Lisle, and the troops in Holland were no farther advanced than Nimeguen on the 10th. Be his exertions what they may, it will scarcely be possible for him to assemble and put in motion a great army on the Rhine before the middle of next month. In Italy, it will not be his policy, we should apprehend, to commence offensive operations, until he shall be able to make a decisive attack, or a powerful diversion, at least, on the Rhine. His troops in that quarter are only concentrating themselves at present. He has clung so to the expedition against England, as to have sacrificed every thing for its success. The commanders of his armies will be, it is stated, Massena, in Italy, and general Ney, as subordinate to the emperor, on the Rhine.
It appears, that a formidable Russian army has already arrived in Galicia, and that a Russian fleet of four sail of the line, and several frigates, were daily expected in Copenhagen roads, on their way to the Mediterranean. It is mentioned that the king of Naples has left his capital, and gone to Palermo, and also that the French troops had entered his territories. Both these events might have been expected as soon as the war should break out.
A camp of observation is to be formed at St. Omer's, for the purpose of strengthening the army of the coast, and protecting the Batavian republic against any attack that might be made upon it. Duroc, the confidential negotiator of Buonaparte, is gone on a sudden to Berlin, for the purpose, no doubt, of soliciting the succour or good offices of that court.
The Batavian Gazette speaks in a more blunt and plain language than we expected. We have inserted an article from it of a tendency directly contrary to every thing which has appeared in the French papers for some time. It contains some strong arguments to prove that Austria can have armed for no other purpose than that of offensive hostility. It also suggests the formation of an armed neutrality by Prussia, Denmark, and some of the Electorates. We consider some arrangement of this kind as very probable. [Times.]
Continent of Europe.
Vienna, August 20.—Our Sovereign has received a letter written with the French Emperor's own hand, which has occasioned very important deliberations.
August 24.—Our court has received another courier from Paris; and as the preparations for war are continued with redoubled activity since his arrival, it is concluded that the plan of mediation proposed by our court, is not accepted by the French Emperor.
Leipzig, August 30.—Intelligence is received here that two columns of Russian troops, making together about 100,000 men, are actually arrived in Galicia, and continuing their march to Moravia, and other Austrian provinces, to assist that power. A war appears inevitable. The south of Germany and Italy may speedily become the theatre of important events; but the north of Germany will continue to enjoy peace and neutrality, since certain arrangements, it is said, have been projected between the courts of Paris and Berlin, with a view to some definitive plan.
Ratisbon, August 29.—M. Bacher, the French charge d'affaires, received on the evening of the 25th, by a French courier, who was going to Vienna in great haste, the copy of a declaration, sent by the court of France to its ambassador at Vienna, to be delivered by him to the imperial court. M. Bacher has communicated the said declaration, pursuant to orders, to the ministers residing at Ratisbon. Its principal contents are as follows:—
"The Emperor of the French is on the point of undertaking the expedition against England. In this intention, and depending entirely upon the peace existing with Austria, and the other powers of the continent, he has assembled on the coast the greatest part of his troops from Italy and the Rhine, and has almost entirely evacuated Switzerland."
"It was, therefore, to his infinite surprise, that his majesty learned that great movements have taken place among the Austrian troops in Italy, in the Tyrol, and towards the frontiers of Bavaria. His majesty consequently thinks himself not only justified, but also obliged, before he executes the great enterprise in question, to require of the court of Vienna a positive declaration relative to the objects of those measures, and its farther intentions, that in case the reply be not satisfactory, the emperor of the French may postpone the expedition against England, and repair to the Rhine with his whole force, for the purpose of compelling Austria to preserve the peace of the continent."
The French charge d'affaires adds, "that he had no other object in view in communicating the above declaration, than to convince the states of the empire, that notwithstanding a war might ensue, the only object of France was the preservation of the peace of the German empire."
Meanwhile this document has made a strong impression on the members of the diet.—The imperial commissary has communicated to some of the envoys the declaration which was sent by the court of Vienna to the courts of Paris, Petersburg, London, Berlin, &c.
Strasburgh, Sept. 1.—They write from Ratisbon, that the French charge d'affaires delivered, on the 25th of Aug. to the ministers and envoys in that city, a Note, stating in substance, that the Emperor of the French had incanted directed his attention to the movements of the troops, and the assembling of armies in the Tyrol and on the frontiers of Italy; that he was still willing to credit the pacific dispositions of Austria; but that it was impossible not to demand explanations respecting the movements in question: that if those explanations were not satisfactory, a French army would pass the Rhine; but that the Princes and States of Germany might always rely on the Friendship of France, who would take every opportunity to give proofs thereof, &c.
It is asserted, that the note to which these explanations are required, has already been presented to the Court of Vienna, whose answer is expected with the utmost impatience. It is generally understood, that the Austrian army which is forming at Wels, near Linz, in Upper Austria, will advance to the Inn, and take military positions in Bavaria. It is added, that the Court of Munich has been officially apprised of this intention.
The Elector of Bavaria has sent to Wertzburg, not only the artillery that was at Munich, but the pictures which belong to the fine gallery of the electoral palace.
Hildesheim, Aug. 30.—This afternoon the French marshal Duroc passed through this city for Berlin, preceded by an express ordering post horses to be held in readiness on his route. The mission of M. Duroc is thought to be of the utmost importance; and it will be recollected that he has been before employed on important missions at some critical periods.
Frankfort, Sept. 1.—Things are assuming a more warlike appearance every day. The camps assembled at Minkensdorf and in Bohemia, have now also received orders to break up and to join the camp at Linz nearer to the frontier, which will be exceedingly strong: they talk of 80 or 100,000 men. From another quarter we learn that the Russian troops assembled in Poland are marching, for Austrian Silesia, Moravia, and Bohemia, where it is said, they will, in certain cases, go into winter quarters, and cover the Austrian frontier on the side of the Prussian states.
Petersburgh, Aug. 19.—Since the return of Baron Novosiltzoff, serious preparations for war are made all over Russia. The usual exercise of the troops in autumn will not, it is said, take place this year; the troops are marching to the Western frontier of this empire, and the officers have received orders to make their camp equipage as light as possible.
Copenhagen, Aug. 27.—Intelligence was received some time ago, that a Russian fleet was in the Baltic, but it was to be only on a cruise for exercising the seamen. We have now been informed by some masters of vessels arrival here, that a Russian fleet of 13 ships, among which are four of the line, and several frigates, is out in the Baltic. They are daily expected in our roads, and it is presumed that they are bound to the Mediterranean.
Hague, Sept. 5.—The French general Miollis, who arrived lately in our republic, has left us again to take the command of the fortress of Mantua, where he has commanded before, and is much liked.
September 7.—We are informed, that the first division of the Army of Invasion will arrive at Nimeguen on the 8th instant, and proceed on the 10th for Clevves; that the second division will arrive at Rhenen on the 8th, at Nimeguen on the 10th, and proceed to Clevves on the 11th; that the third division, commanded by General Dumonceau, will arrive at the camp of Utrecht on the 8th, and proceed by Rhenen and Nimeguen to Clevves; and that the Reserve Artillery, the Corps of Engineers, Gens d'Armes, the Guard of the General in Chief, and every thing belonging to the head-quarters, will be at Nimeguen, on the 12th, to proceed on the 13th in the track of the said three divisions. It is said that the point where all these troops will reassemble is at Mentz. [From the Batavian State Gazette.]
Sept. 8.—In several Journals an opinion has been propagated, and perhaps on too vague grounds, that the preparations of the house of Austria had no other object than an armed neutrality, and the protection of her frontier. This opinion to us does not appear very political, and by no means as proceeding from a good source, and that for the following reasons:
"Austria is a power of the first rank; she has a strong and well disciplined army, celebrated all over Europe. The resources which she possesses are immense; she has a population of upwards of 25 millions; her army in time of peace is sufficient to maintain internal good order, and to instil fear into all who would disturb her tranquillity."
"Then who durst, in the present situation of affairs, provoke Austria in such a manner, that preparations for war should become necessary for her? Has, perhaps, Russia demanded, in a commanding tone, a passage for her troops, to lead them to Italy, or to the Rhine? This is improbable. Has France, on her part, demanded a similar passage, to march her armies to the north? This is impossible to conceive. Besides, France wishes nothing so much as to remain at peace on the continent, in order to bend all her force against England."
"A power then, which prepares for war, with necessity, which says, that she does so from precaution for the preservation of her tranquillity, must (at least this way of reasoning agrees better with probability) have other motives, and other objects. Time will develop those objects; time will show how far the influence of English gold extends."
"More reasonable and probable appears another armed neutrality, which is already considered as existing; namely, that of Prussia, Denmark, and the electors of the German Empire. The territories of Prussia adjoin those of Sweden and Russia; and, perhaps the former power would not do wrong, to put herself, at the same time, in a state of defence
against the two others, and against the British navy, which will not fail to assist them. Thus would Prussia, with great foresight, have sought a support in a league with Denmark and the electors, who are all interested in preserving the peace of the German empire. Denmark, a flourishing kingdom, which Sweden and England view with emulation, and which possesses sufficient boldness not to suffer Russia to overrule her, will also, with good policy, have sought the assistance of the Prussian and Electoral armies, to render her commerce, her territory, and her tranquillity secure."
"The same opinion may be applied to the Electors. This second armed neutrality then is more reasonable, more probable, and perhaps the only one that will take place."
Paris, Sept. 3.—It is supposed that Marshal Ney will command the French army on the Rhine, under the French Emperor, and that general Massena will have the command in Italy.
"A large camp will be formed at St. Omer's, to serve to reinforce the French force on the coast, and to protect the Batavian Republic, if necessary."—Batavian State Gazette.
Our Journals contain the following article from Switzerland:
"Bale, August 30.—The movements of troops, and the forming of camps in the provinces of the Austrian monarchy, which border on our territory, namely, in Vorarlberg and the Tyrol, have caused an amazing sensation in several Cantons, especially in those on the Rhine. It is asserted, that Baron Crumpipen, the Austrian minister in the Helvetic Republic, on being informed thereof, has availed himself of this circumstance to declare to the Landaman, that the court of Vienna had not any hostile intention against any power; that the formation of those camps took place in virtue of a general measure for the exercise of the troops, and for some other reasons; and that Switzerland need not be uneasy about it. We are nevertheless afraid, in case the war should burst forth, that Austria would not respect our neutrality; and in that case we place our only hope in the protection of the illustrious Emperor of the French."
Nimeguen, Sept. 3.—Yesterday the Magistracy of this city received notice, that 20,000 French troops would march through this place, consisting of cavalry, infantry and artillery. We are informed that they will pass by during three successive days, the 8th, 9th, and 10th of this month, at the rate of 6 or 7000 men a day.
Leyden, Sept. 8.—The letters just arrived from the empire state, that the king of Naples had left that capital for Palermo. According to the intelligence brought by an Austrian courier, who arrived at Florence on the 17th of August, a large convoy appeared off Naples at the time of his departure; but it was not known of what country they were. The king of Naples had declared he would remain neutral; nevertheless, several couriers passed through Florence for Naples in haste, both from Paris and St. Petersburg.—The Elector of Salzburg, brother to the Emperor, has suddenly quitted his capital, and is gone to Vienna.
Utrecht, Sept. 8.—On Thursday last his excellency the general in chief Marmont, arrived here from the Helder, and inspected the first division of French and Batavian troops, which was just arrived in the camp of Zeyst. This division marched yesterday morning for Nimeguen, by way of Rhenen.
Yesterday the second division of French and Batavian troops arrived from the Helder, at the camp of Zeyst, and proceeded this morning for Nimeguen.—The third division is expected at the said camp this day, from whence the 35th regiment of French troops marched for Harlem on the 6th.
The day before yesterday arrived in this city, two officers, 15 subalterns, and 101 Batavian cannon-drivers; they are to wait here for a large train of horses, cannon, howitzers, powder-carts, and baggage-waggons, belonging to the Batavian camps, and transport train, coming from the Helder.
Yesterday passed by this city, two squadrons of the 1st regiment of Batavian dragons from the Helder, and proceeded to Vyanen, whence they are gone this morning to Nimeguen, by the way of Bois le Duc.
AUCTION.
On Friday the 22nd. day of November, WILL BE SOLD ON COMMERCE STREET WHARF, The Sale to commence at 10 o'clock,
The remainder of the Cargo of the Brig Nancy, From the Cape of Good Hope, consisting of the following articles, viz. 100 Casks of CAPE WINE. 20 do. of do. of very superior quality. 5 do. of MUSCAT. 5 do. of CONSTANTIA. 44 do. of ALOES. 19 do. of TAMERINDS. 4 do. of BRANDY.
Terms—All sums exceeding 1000 dollars, 4 & 5 months—all sums above 500 and under 1000 dollars, 2 & 4 months—all sums above 100 and under 500 dollars, 60 days—all sums not exceeding 100 dollars, Cash.—Approved Notes with indorsers, will be required.
John Granbery, V. M. October 18. tds 216
FOR BORDEAUX, (To sail on Sunday next,) The excellent fast sailing Ship SUSAN & SARAH, RICHARD MARNER, Master:— For passage only, apply to the Master on board, or to Moses Myers. November 8. 259
LIVERPOOL SALT, &c. &c.
FOR SALE, The Cargo of the Ship Jane, William Colley, Master, from Liverpool—consisting of
12,000 Bushels STOVED SALT—Loose and in Sacks. 100 Crates QUEENS WARE—Assorted. 25 Casks NAILS—3d. to 20. 5 Bales BLUE KERSEYS. 3 do. BLUE PLAINS. 2 do. low priced BLUE & BROWN CLOTHS. 10 do. DUFFIL BLANKETS—Assorted. 10 do. ROSE BLANKETS do. 3 do. BLUE DUFFILS. 18 Tons COAL. William Pennock. November 8. tf 261
HUNTER & GATEWOOD,
(To sail on Sunday next,) Have received per Ship Jane, Captain Colley, from Liverpool, the balance of their supply of
FALL AND WINTER GOODS, Which in addition to their former importation from London, makes their assortment general and complete—it consists of almost every article of useful and fashionable goods too tedious to enumerate, which they offer for sale, at their Store No. 129, Main Street, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or short payments. November 8. tf 262
DR. A. D. W. HEGEWISCH, On account of his Family's ill health, intends leaving this State for a few months. November 8. 3* 260
150 Firkins Choice Philadelphia BUTTER, For Sale by James Maurice & Co. October 23. tf 263

FOR SALE, 15 Tierces 52 Barrels 150 Bags 100 Pipes London particular and cargo Teneriffe WINE, In Pipes, Hogsheads, and Quarter Casks—and  MADEIRA WINE fit for present use. ROBERT DICKSON.  WANTED, A VESSEL, About 150 tons, to load with lumber. November 6. 255
For London, The good ship DUMFRIES, Richard Beard, Master, To sail positively by the 20th inst. can take eighty hogsheads tobacco in freight, or other goods to that amount, if offered soon, and has elegant accommodations for passengers.—Ap- ply to captain Beard, or Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co. WHO HAVE IN STORE, 3600 Bushels large Allum SALT, 30 Casks Hibbert's PORTER, &c. November 4. 251
For Bordeaux, (To sail by the 15th inst.) The Brig CATHARINE, Capt. JOHN CHILTON.—For passage only, apply to the Mas- ter on board, or THOMAS WILLOCK. November 1. 249
For Liverpool, THE AMERICAN SHIP  ELIZA, Burthen 420 hogsheads, now in complete order to receive a cargo, a part of which is already engaged, for the balance apply to the owners. C. & F. WHITTLE. A parcel of Prime PORK for Sale, November 1. 248
FOR LONDON, The Ship SUFFOLK, John Bryant, Master, Having two thirds of her cargo engaged, will sail in all this month. For freight of the balance, or passage, having good accommodations, apply to the captain on board, William Mackenzie, & Co. of Richmond, or John Mackenzie, & Co. November 1. 243
FOR FREIGHT or CHARTER, The new fast sailing SHIP CALEDONIAN, John Dickson, Master, burthen 356 tons.—For terms ap- ply to WILLIAM DICKSON. November 1. 245
FOR NANTZ, The American Brig  ALEXANDER, Captain WILLIAM LAUGHTON. Burthen about 220 tons—Two-thirds of her cargo being engaged, will sail by the 25th inst.—For freight of the balance or passage, having good accommo- dations, apply to the Captain on board, or John Newell, jun. October 11. 196
FOR A PORT IN FRANCE, The American Brig  VIRGINIA, Captain S. HILL. Burthen about 200 hogsheads—Having a part of her cargo engaged, the balance will be taken upon a moderate freight, if immediate application is made to John Newell, jun. WHO HAS FOR SALE, BURR STONES AND PLASTER PARIS, received per said Brig from Cherbourg. October 28. 233
FOR BOURDEAUX, The fast sailing coppered Ship  SUSAN & SARAH, JAMES MARNER, Master:— Having excellent accommodations, will take freight and passengers, on application to the Master on board, or to Moses Myers. October 28. 232
FOR SALE, OR CHARTER, The Brig  ANN ELIZABETH, Burthen about 1300 barrels.—Will be sold on liberal terms, if immediate application be made to JOHN BROWN, Marsden's Wharf. October 25. 231
FOR FREIGHT, OR CHARTER, To a Port in France, The Prussian Brig  TWO FRIENDS, BOYLAU, Master:— Burthen about 200 hogsheads tobacco.—For terms apply to the Master on board, or WILLIAM PENNOCK. October 14. 205
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, (To a Port in France,) The fine new Ship,  SUSAN, Captain LORING:— Burthen 350 hogsheads tobacco. Will be ready for the reception of a cargo in ten days. For terms, apply to Captain Loring, or Donaldson, Thorburn & Co. WHO HAVE THE CARGO OF SAID SHIP FOR SALE, CONSISTING OF ABOUT 5,500 Bushels LISBON SALT. And some choice Old WINE, in quarter casks. September 6. 135
MOLASSES. Landing this day, from the Schooner Virginia, Captain Forsyth, on Gibson's Wharf. For Sale, by Edward Roberts. The said Schooner is offered FOR SALE OR FREIGHT. Burthen 1200 barrels. Also on Hand, A few Tons Chipt Campêche LOGWOOD. St. Domingo and Bay MAHOGANY. Pennington's LOAF SUGAR, in Hogsheads and Barrels. October 16. 210
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virginia, August 31, 1805. His Britannic Majesty's Consul to the State of Virginia, in consequence of instructions by him received from his government, hereby gives notice, to the merchants con- cerned in the trade to His Majesty's Dominions, that according to the terms of the Act of the 37th of the King C. 97, no British built vessel captured by His Majesty's enemies, afterwards purchased by citizens of the United States, and sailing under a Sea Letter can be admitted to entry under the said Act, as an American vessel. 114 John Hamilton.
NORFOLK BOROUGH: At a Quarterly Session Court, continued and held the 30th day of August, 1805. Alexander Maclure, John Robinson, and Daniel R. Waddey, trading under the firm of Daniel R. Waddey & Co. Compts. Against, Gilbert Robinson, and James Brown, Merchants, trading as partners under the firm of Robertson & Brown, and Robert Dickson, Administrator of Henry Cavan. Defs. THE Defendants Robertson and Brown, not having en- tered their appearance, and given security according to the Act of Congress, and the Rules of this Court, and appearing to the satisfaction of this Court, that they are not inhabitants of this Commonwealth: On the motion of the Complainant by their Counsel, it is ordered, That the said De- fendants Robertson and Brown, do appear here on the fourth Monday in November next, and answer the Bill of the Com- plainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some Newspaper printed in this Borough, for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Courthouse of the said Borough: And it is further ordered, That the De- fendant Robert Dickson, Administrator of Henry Cavan, de- ceased, who hath effects of the said Robertson and Brown, in his hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such ef- fects, but retain them until the further order or decree of this Court, concerning the same. (A Copy, Teste,) WILLIAM SHARP, C. N. B. C. 127
NORFOLK BOROUGH: At a Quarterly Session Court continued and held the 30th day of August, 1805. William Pennock, Compt. Against Jean de St. Maria, Robert Law- rence, and Ties. Amideud, Defs. THE defendant Jean de St. Maria, not having en- tered his appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly and the rules of this Court. And it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that he is not an inhabitant of this commonwealth: On the motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is ordered, that the defendant Jean de St. Maria, do appear here on the fourth Monday in November next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed in this Borough for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-House of the said Borough: And it is fur- ther ordered, that the defendants Robert Lawrence, and Theo. Amideud, who have effects of the said Jean de St. Maria, in their hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them until the further order or decree of this court concerning the same. (A Copy) 126 Teste, WM. SHARP, C. N. B. C.
MARTIN FISK, Has just received by the late arrivals from London and Liverpool, and for sale, 100 crates Crockery Ware, well assorted, 150 kegs F & FF Powder, 5 tons Shot, 150 casks Wrought Nails 4. 6. 8. 10. 20d. 60 kegs White Lead, 50 bolts Oznaburgs, 20 casks Hibbert's Porter, 50 boxes Short Pipes, 1500 lb. Seine Twine, AND A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE & CUTLERY. ON HAND, 20,000 lbs. Prime Green Coffee, 25 Hhds. Muscovado Sugar, 10 do. Loaf do. 30 chests Hyson 15 do. Hyson Skin 10 do. Young Hyson 8 do. Imperial 10 Hhds. Old Antigua Rum, 60 barrels Rye Whiskey, 30 do. Apple Brandy. October 4. 184
THIS DAY LANDING, From on board the Schooner Eagle, Captain Gross, from Bourdeaux, 150 Casks CLARET. 981 Cases assorted do. 66 do. do. White do. 80 Baskets SWEET OIL. 2 Trunks and 3 Cases Ladies' and Men's SHOES. 8 Cases Men's and Children's Silk and Beaver HATS, assorted. DEMUJOINS, ALMONDS, NUTS, &c. &c. For sale on liberal terms, by John & James Galwey, Commerce-Street Wharf. WHO HAVE ON HAND, 75 Boxes White & Brown Havanna SUGAR. September 6. 128
TO RENT. THE Store, Cellar, and Compting Room, No. 41, Main- Street, at present occupied by Messrs. GILLIAT & MACKINDER. Apply to Thomas Willock. April 1. 547
FOR SALE BY THE SUBSCRIBER, 75 Puncheons Winward Island RUM. 6 do. 4th proof Old Jamaica do. 5 do. New-England do. 30 Pipes Best Holland GIN. 3 Hogsheads and 24 Barrels Country do. 8 Pipes 4th proof Cognac BRANDY. 11 do. do. Alicante do. 10 Quarter Casks Sherry WINE. 17 Pipes Fine Old Sicily do. 70 Crates well assorted EARTHEN WARE. 2 Hogsheads do. assorted for family use. 12 Casks GLASS WARE—well assorted. 200 Sacks Liverpool SALT.—Also, 70 Hhds. Richmond and Petersburg TOBACCO. 35 do. Lowland do. 104 Barrels Superfine, } FLOUR. 90 do. Fine, } 27 do. SHIP STUFF. August 7. 48
REMOVAL.  JAMES TUCKER, Has removed to No. 1, Holt's Lane, near MAIN-STREET, WHERE HE OFFERS FOR SALE, ON REASONABLE TERMS, HIS STOCK IN TRADE, CONSISTING OF A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE, NAILS, &c. May 8. 659
LANDING At the Subscriber's Wharf, from on board the Ship Ann, 200 Gross BOTTLES. 35 Boxes WINDOW GLASS. 3000 Bushels COALS. For sale by A. Maclure. September 4. 122
RICHMOND ACADEMY LOTTERY. THE Drawing of the above Lottery, will commence in Richmond, the first week in next month, and be con- tinued every other week till completed. * * * Tickets for Sale at this Office. October 18. 214
MRS. MACDOUGAL, INFORMS her friends and the public, that she has taken that handsome house belonging to Mr. Roberts, in the centre of Market Square, where she will receive Boarders on moderate terms—the strictest attention will always be paid to the diet rooms, and lodging, and every endeavour used to render a transient or permanent abode at her house satisfac- tory. September 25. 182
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY, ON TOWN POINT. A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street. THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, viz. 10d, 12d, 20d, Nails, 8d per lb. 5d, do. 9d per lb. Sheathing do. 7-1/2d per lb. 6d, do. 10d per lb. 4d, do. 3s. per M. 3d, do. 2s. 7-1/2d do. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 6d per lb. 6d, do. 4s 6d per M. 4d, do. 3s. do. 3d, do. 2s. 7-1/2d do. 2d, do. 2s. 7-1/2d do. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. March 18. 303
LANDING THIS DAY ON OUR WHARF, From on board the Maria & Mary, from Grenada, 86 Puncheons RUM. 20 Hogsheads MOLASSES. 1 Puncheon SIRUP. 1 Barrel LIME JUICE. And from on board the British Brig Brothers, from Kingston. 40,000 lbs. Prime Jamaica COFFEE. IN STORE, 50,000 lbs. Prime Jamaica COFFEE. 36,000 lbs. Porto Rico do. 20 Barrels Baltimore LOAF SUGAR. 150 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. 50 Hogsheads Petersburg TOBACCO. 20 Puncheons Grenada RUM. 20 Barrels Prime PORK. 25 Bales Upland COTTON. All of which we will dispose of on moderate terms. C. & F. Whittle. August 2. 33
LANDING, Out of the Brig Albert, Captain Fraser, from Madeira, 10 Pipes, } Branded 20 Hogsheads, } M. M. 40 Quarter Casks, } Of the first Old London Particular Madeira WINE, warranted equal to any imported.—For sale by Robert Dickson. September 11. 140
TO RENT OR LEASE, (And possession given immediately,) THAT convenient Dwelling House, formerly occupied by Mr. John Davidson, on Brewer-Street—together with a large Garden, and all convenient out houses. For terms, apply to James Tucker. WHO HAS FOR LEASE, A VALUABLE LOT OF GROUND, On Commerce and Little Water Streets. September 6. 129
COCKE & SANFORD, No. 40. Main-Street. Have imported in the Brig Trion, from London, an extensive assortment of FASHIONABLE FANCY GOODS, Which they offer by Retail or Wholesale, at very moderate prices for prompt payment. October 19. 215
FOR SALE, On board the Brig Two Friends, — Boylau, Master. 26,000 BRICKS. 4,000 PAVING TILE. 200 GIN CASES. William Pennock. October 25. 228
BUENOS AIRES HIDES, New landing from on board the Ship Nancy, Capt. Lawrence, from Rio de la Plata. For sale by William Pennock. September 4. 129
TO RENT, And possession given the first of September, A LARGE and commodious three story Brick House, in Church-Street, at present occupied by Mr. Henson, the first floor is completely fitted for a Store and Counting Room, and the upper part well calculated for the residence of a genteel family, with two kitchens, all other necessary out houses, and a paved yard. For terms apply to William Plume & Co. August 19. 96
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.  RICHARD TAYLOR, Has received by the Ships Freadonia & Dumfries, from Liverpool, his WOOLENS AND HARDWARE. AND ALSO, By the Brig Triton, Captain Fraser, from London, An extensive choice assortment of FASHIONABLE GOODS. All of which he offers for Sale, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms. October 18. 213
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, AT HIS LUMBER YARD ON CALVERT'S WHARF, 700,000 SALE SHINGLES. 50,000 BUILDING do. 50,000 STAVES—White and Red Oak. 10,000 CYPRESS PALES. 5,000 CFIDAR and CHINQUEPIN POSTS. Also—shall keep a supply of PLANK AND SCANTLING. Thomas H. Parker. Au st 19. 77
TO RENT, THE Warehouses at present occupied by James Herron on my wharf, capable of storing 4,000 barrels flour, and free from danger of high tides—Possession may be had of them on the first of September next; if agreeable, the Wharf may be had with them. Also, for Lease, for a term of Years, The Wharf adjoining mine, newly repaired, 56-1/2 feet in front, running back from 2 to 250 feet, with sufficient well made ground for the erection of warehouses— at the end of the wharf, there is water for any ship, with a convenient Lumber Yard. For terms apply to John Davis. Portsmouth, July 29. 2w tf 25
TO PRINTERS. I WILL DISPOSE OF A FONT OF BURGEOS TYPE, Upon which the Publick Ledger is at present printed. It consists of about 600 lbs. WELL-ASSORTED LETTER, with French and Latin accents; has been carefully used; and is almost as good as when new. Should the whole be too much, any one who might incline to purchase ONE HALF, will please to make application, by letters post paid, or personally, at this Office. The terms will be liberal, and a credit will be given, if required, to a purchaser who can give good security in Norfolk or Baltimore. John Gowper.
NOW LANDING ON NEWTON'S WHARF, From on board the Brig Brothers, Capt. Dunn, from Jamaica, 124 Hogsheads, } PRIME JAMAICA SUGARS. 11 Barrels, } For sale by William Pennock. August 2. 37
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.  GILLIAT AND MACKINDER, Have received by the Ship PLANER, Boush, from London, and FREDONIA, from Liverpool, their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, And will be Sold on low terms, for Cash, or approved Acceptance in Town.—Amongst which are 17 Bales of Napt Cottons. 16 Boxes Boys' and Men 15 do. of Rose Blankets. Hats. 8 do. Stripe do. 6 Trunks of Manchesteres. 9 do. White and Red 4 Boxes Cutlery, assorted. Flannels. 50 Casks Shot. 10 do. White Plains and 130 Kegs of Gunpowder. Kersies. 40 Casks Nails. 12 do. Blue do. 4 do. Seine Twine. 14 do. Blue & Green Half 6 Trunks Mens' and Wo- Thicks. mens' Worsted Hose. 6 do. Stripe and Gray 3 Bales of Oznaburgs. Coatings. Fleece Hosiery, for La- 2 do. Yarn Hose. dies' and Gentlemen's 2 do. Carpeting and Car- wear. pets. Muslins, Dimities, Cal- 8 do. Mixed Fearnoughts. licoes, &c. &c. The above packages are well assorted. September 16. 145
JOHN & WRIGHT SOUTHGATE, Have received per Ship Freadonia, Captain Malcolm, from Liverpool, A COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF Coarse Woolens, Cloths & Cassimeres, Which they offer for Sale, on the lowest terms. THEY HAVE FOR HIRE, TWO PAIR OF GOOD JACK SCREWS. September 16. 147
40 Barrels New-York Prime PORK, Received per Schooner Rising States, Captain J. Newcomb. For sale by Phinehas Dana & Co. October 7. 190
LADIES FASHIONABLE SHOES. SEVERAL Trunks of Ladies plain and fashionable LACE- KID SHOES, and Gentlemen's fashionable London made do. just received by the ship Planer, Captain Boush, and for sale by Gilliat & Mackinder. September 9. 136
NOTICE. THE Subscriber being desirous to close his unsettled con- cerns, requests all those who have accounts against him to present them at his office for adjustment, and persons in- debted to him to make immediate payment. John Hamilton. October 14. 201
TO RENT, (And possession given the 1st day of October,) TWO VERY CONVENIENT WAREHOUSES, at present occupied by Mr. J. Prusoff. For terms, apply to Robert Gibson. September 6. 134
FOR SALE, On board the Ship PERA, lying at my Wharf, 1239 Sacks Liverpool filled SALT. 42 Crates FARTHENWARE. A quantity of Stone Jugs, Bottles, and Butter Pots. A. Maclure. September 16. 149
NOTICE. ALL Persons indebted to the Estate of Captain Thomas Clark, deceased, are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims against it, to furnish their accounts properly authenticated to Alexander Clark, Adm'or. October 20. 241
REMOVAL.  THOMAS LUMSDEN, Watch-Maker, &c. HAS removed from No. 3, Water-Street, to the Brick- House at the corner of Rothery's Lane and Main-Street, opposite Captain Pennock's, and lately occupied by Doctor Hodges.—Grateful for favours experienced, assures his friends and customers that every effort will be exerted to mer- it a continuation of their patronage. October 23. 227
OFFICE OF DISCOUNT AND DEPOSIT, Norfolk, November 1, 1805. WANTED TO PURCHASE, A few Thousand Pounds Sterling, in approved endorsed Bills on London, at sixty days, or Bills drawn on any other place, and made payable there. ROBERT OLIPHANT, Cashier. November 1. 246
THE SUBSCRIBER Having opened Tavern in the EXCHANGE COFFEE HOUSE, will be glad to take in TEN or TWELVE GENTEL BOARDERS by the year. Peter Kemp. May 6. 654
FOR SALE, 140,000 wt. GREEN COFFEE. Just received per Schooner MOHAWK.—Apply to Wilson, Cunningham & Co. October 14. 198
FALL GOODS, Just received from London, per Planer, Capt. Boush J. & W. Southgate. September 2. 115
TO LEASE FOR FIFTEEN YEARS, HANDSOME and well situated Lot, 110 by 100 feet, near Harrison Allmand's.—For terms, apply to MARY YOUNG, Or, WILLIAM HARTSHORNE, jun. September 18. 167
COW-POX. THOSE persons who wish to avoid catching the Small- Pox which now exists in this Borough, are informed that the subscriber has again succeeded in introducing the Vaccine Infection, and that he now has several arms fit to inoculate from. * * * He has returned to his old shop at the lower end of the new market. George Balfour. Nov. 16. 326
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.