Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1809-07-24 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.  SINT HIC ETIAM SUA PREMIA LAUD.
[VOL. VI.]
MONDAY EVENING, JULY 24, 1809.
NO. 4.]
For Freight or Charter,  The fine fast sailing  SHIP BETSEY, Edward Watson, Master, burthen 315 tons, and can be ready for the reception of a cargo in a few days. For terms apply to  Bowden & Milhado. July 19.
For Freight or Charter, The fine new ship ROMULUS, burthen 310 tons, in complete order for the reception of a cargo. For terms apply to Captain Lufkin on board, or to  C. Fry, Who wants Freight for the Schooner  GOVERNOR STRONG, Captain Burt, burthen about one hundred tons.
And For Sale on board said Schooner,  100 Casks Stone LIME. Also for Sale,  A SMALL STERLING BILL. 14th July.
Passage for London. The Ship Patriot Grenning, M. Probst, master, Will sail for London on or about the 15th of next month, and can accommodate 8 or 10 passengers: she is a remarkably strong and well built ship, of about 300 tons, almost new and has a roomy and elegant cabin—Her cargo being engaged, apply for passage only to the captain on board, or to  Niemeyer & Von Kapff. July 6.
For Freight or Charter, The Ship MINERVA, Burthen about four hundred Hds. Tons; she has had a thorough repair and newly sheathed, and is in complete order for the reception of a cargo. Apply to,  William Moffat. Portsmouth, 23d June.
For Freight or Charter, The Schooner Carlton, James Johnson, master, Now ready for the reception of a cargo. Apply to Wilson and Cunningham, or  JAMES JOHNSON. June 12.
For Charter, The fine fast-sailing Ship  JOHN, Sturge, master, burthen about 1600 barrels, can be ready for the reception of a cargo in two days. For terms apply to the master on board, or  Bowden & Milhado. June 9.
LANDING At Commerce-Street Wharf, and for Sale by the Subscribers, A large and general assortment of Cloths, Casimeres, Cambricks, Muslins, Calicoes, British Canvas, and Linen Pieces, which will be sold low for cash, or approved acceptances in town.  JAMES DYKES & CO. Who want Freight, To a Northern Port for the Schooner  PHOEBE, Captain Fleming, burthen 100 Tons. June 28.
Wanted, A fast-sailing VESSEL, of 230 to 250 hogheads burthen. AND One of 250 Hds. burthen. Apply to  C. & F. Whittle. Who have for Sale,  600 barrels FLOUR. May 1.
For Charter, The elegant new Ship  HERALD, Spencer Drummond, master, burthen 317 tons. Apply to  Richard Drummond & Co. or Moses Myers & S.n. June 2.
Norfolk Drawbridge Company. At a Semi-Annual Statement, 10th July, 1809, the Directors declared A dividend of Thirty Five Cents on each Share of the capital Stock of the said Company, which will be paid to the Stockholders, or their legal representatives, on or at any time after the first of August next. William Cammack, Treasurer. July 11.
LANDING At Newton's wharf, the CARGO of the Brig Genesee, Com. M. Lanzas, Consisting of  Fine Muscovado SUGAR. in Hhds. Clayed Sugar White and Brown in boxes, Green Coffee, and a few Tons Lignumvitae. For Sale by  Jennings & Roddey. July 17.
BEST FRENCH HATS, Now opening and for Sale by  WOOD & HASTINGS. Also, just received on consignment,  3 Trunks CALLICOES, 3 cases Shirting Cottons; 2 do. Colrain do. 1 do. Petticoats; 1 do. Gingham, French Sewing Silk. June 26.
SPRING GOODS.  WOOD AND HASTINGS, Have just received a small supply of SEASONABLE GOODS, among which are,  4-4 Irish LINENS, part extra fine, 4-4 and 6-4 Cotton Cambricks, 7-8 and 4-4 Cotton Shirting, Superfine and common Calicoes, Ginghams; Madras Handkerchiefs, Fine Corded and Fancy Dumties, Mens' and Womens' Cotton Hose; do. Silk do. Cotton Umbrellas; White Jeans, part very fine, Royal Cord and other fashionable Vestings, Plain and Fancy Muslins. Elegant worked Muslin Short Dresses; Scent Suckers, Nankeens; Kid Gloves; Mens' Buckskin do.  BROAD CLOTHS. Best Superfine Black, Blue, Olive, Brown, Bottle Green, Drab, Mixed & Broad Cloths; midling and common do. One case Gentlemens' Silk Plush Hats. The above with our Goods on hand, comprise a very hand some assortment, and will be sold at low prices for Cash only. April 7.
TENERIFFE WINE. Landing from the Brig Androscoggin, Capt. Corran,  Old London P. Teneriffe WINE, In hogheads and quarter casks—For Sale by  Noble & Arbuthnott, & Co. July 11.
20 barrels prime New-York PORK, For Sale by  JESSE NEWCOMB. July 6.
LANDING This day on Commerce Street from the Schooner  Two Brothers, Capt. Nicholls, 9 pipes, 5 hogheads particular Teneriffe WINE, 25 quarter casks superior quality Teneriffe WINE, For Sale by  Moses Myers & Son. July 6.
NEW GOODS.  WOOD & HASTINGS, HAVE JUST RECEIVED  30 packages Spring and Summer GOODS, Consisting of almost every description of Goods suitable for the present season. They will be sold at very low prices for cash, or acceptances in town. June 14.
LOST OR MISLAID. The following LAW BOOKS: 4th Volume of Robinson's Admiralty Reports, 5th do. Comyn's Digest; Powell on Contract. Also, The 2d, 4th, and 12th Volumes of CARY'S AMERICAN MUSEUM; and a 2d edition of Pliny's Natural History; printed in the Old English Black Letter, and in the reign of Elizabeth or James I. I will sell very reasonable The following LAW BOOKS: Bacon's Abridgment, Gwillim's Edition, Farnon on Contingent Remainder and Executory Devises, Forster on Joint Tenancy; Espinasse's Nisi Prius, Jones' Law of Evidence; Gilbert's Law of Evidence, Garrison's Chancery Practice; Selwyn's Practice in B. R. Mordaunt's Pleas; Lillie's Entries, Pothier on Obligations; Powell on Contract. These are mostly London, and the latest editions.  John Cowper. July 17.
Extract from "an Act to amend the several Acts amending the Charter of the Borough of Norfolk, passed January 27, 1803." Sec. 2. And be it further enacted, That the said Court of the Borough of Norfolk, shall annually appoint three persons residing within each ward, a majority of whom may act as superintendents to conduct the elections of Common Councilmen within the same. For one year thereafter; and the said superintendents of elections shall take an oath, faithfully to execute the trust reposed in them; and such of them as shall act in each ward, shall appoint convenient places within the same, where elections shall be held; and previous to any election, shall give one month's notice of the time and place of holding the same, in one of the Norfolk Newspapers; and before admitting a person to ballot, shall cause his name to be entered in a Poll-Book, to be kept for that purpose, and shall be the sole judges of the qualifications of each voter. (And as soon as the Poll shall be closed, the ballots shall be publicly examined, and the two persons having the greatest number of votes shall be declared duly elected; but if it shall be found that any two or more have an equal number of votes, the election between them shall be made by lot. No person shall vote in more than one ward, under the penalty of ten dollars, to be recovered for the use of the Corporation, before any Justice of the peace of this Commonwealth; and the said superintendents of elections shall return the said Poll-Book, with a certificate of their own qualification, and the number of the votes for each person, and of the persons elected, to the court of said Borough, and to the Clerk of the Common Council; and a vacancy in the Common Council shall be filled by a like election, to be held in the ward where such vacancy may happen; and the qualifications of any person or persons elected as aforesaid, shall be adjudged of by the whole number of persons elected, or a majority of them; and if any person returned shall be adjudged disqualified, notice thereof shall be given to the superintendents of elections of the ward to which such person belonged, who shall forthwith hold another election in manner aforesaid. July 11.
FOR SALE,  100 hogheads choice MOLASSES.  JAMES YOUNG. July 11.
50,000 lbs. prime Green COFFEE, For Sale by  J. & W. Southgate. July 11.
FOR SALE.  2 bales Mamedies, English E. India Co's White Goods. 1 bale Salem, etc. 1 case Madras Handk. etc.; 1 do. Pelisse Velvets, 1 do. Velveteens; 2 cases Shirting Cotton, 2 trunks 6-4 Cambricks; 4 do. Prints, 4 dozen Ladies' elegant Muslin Robes, 4 do. Imitation Shawls; 2 cases Roman Hats, 6 cases best London Pins, and few dozen good Hart Buckles. All of which will be sold on the most reasonable terms, at the Store, No. 111, corner of Baker and Marsden's Lane, on Main-street. July 21.
Just Landed,  104 barrels Muscovado SUGAR, 10 boxes clayed do. 150 barrels Old Rye Whiskey, 150 do. Alexandria or fine Flour, 200 do. Middlings—For Sale by  Jennings & Roddey. Who offers for RENT,  A Dwelling-House with five Rooms, pleasantly situated in the fields. May 17.
FOR RENT.  A Convenient Dwelling House on the Main-Street, near the Bridge, next door to Mrs. Archer. Also,  That commodious House on Catharine-street, at present occupied by Mr. James Dykes, ad joining the subscriber. They have excellent gardens, and all convenient out-houses. Also,  A very convenient Dwelling-House, just finished, on Commerce-street. For terms apply to  James Tucker. August 15.
FOR SALE, A neat well-finished Fire-Proof  DWELLING-HOUSE, situated in Cumberland-Street, and at present occupied by Miss Elliott. Also, one half of a very valuable Water Property, fronting Elizabeth-River 410 feet, thence towards the shore 200 feet; also, an unimproved Lot, well enclosed, adjoining Capt. John Storr's Dwelling-House; and a House and Lot in York-Town, in a very eligible situation for a retail business, being adjacent the Ferry to Gloucester, one end fitted up for a shop. For terms apply to  ROBERT GIBSON. Who finding for a long time past his own applications for the collection of his debts in vain, has appointed Mr. Thomas Davis, (who is well acquainted with his accounts) his attorney, with full power and instructions to close said debts as promptly as possible, that he may be enabled to satisfy his creditors. May 8.
FOR RENT,  A HOUSE and LOT, On Coburn-Street, adjoining Mr. Wm. Thompson's; possession may be had immediately by applying to the subscriber. Who will give Cash for  200 cords WHARF WOOD, on delivery.  RICHARD TAYLOR. July 6.
Niemeyer and Von Kapff, Offer for Sale at their Warehouse, in Water-Street, for Cash or approved Paper, the following  GERMAN LINENS, 650 pieces SACKING, 55 pieces SHIRTING LINEN, 200 do. OZNA BURG and 45 do. SHEETING, TICKLENBURG 70 do. TABLE CLOTHS, 450 do. WHITE ROLLS, 30 do. BED TICKING, 80 do. HESSIAN do. 65 do. STOUT RAVENS DUCK. Also,  11,000 BAGS of different sizes and qualities. 110 boxes Spanish SEGARS, 160 dozen half-pint D. CANTERS, 40 do. Crown GLASS, 120 dozen WINE GLASSES, 150 do. English PIPES, 100 pair WAFFLE IRONS, 5 goosequill BOTTLES, 250 pieces PAPER HANGING, 600 do. CORKS, 100 pieces OIL CLOTH, 100 wt. Butting WIRE, 4 cases PORT WINE. 30 gross Cow-skin WHIPS, 600 wt. GLUE, 100 wt. Ozanburg THREAD 600 Straws half-pint and gilt And at their Store in Main-Street,  Looking Glasses, Glassware, Cutlery, and fancy Articles. We will take in barter, about 25,000 wt. of Green Coffee
FOR SALE AT THIS OFFICE, Price 37 1-2 Cents,  A few Copies of LETTERS, Under the signatures of SENECA and of a FARMER, Comprehending an examination of the conduct of our Executive, towards France and Great-Britain, out of which the present crisis has arisen, originally published in the North American.
From the Editor's Preface. Great public exigencies, in free governments, have always called forth great virtue and talents. Thus the passing occurrences of the day prove, that the lapse of twenty-five years has not turned our nation aside from that salutary vigilance of their rulers and jealousy of their rights, without which our government could not have been established nor continued. Should we survive the fraud, prejudice and power, which have conspired for our ruin, we shall owe it more to the timely illustrations of the sage, and the heroic devotion of the patriot, than to native good sense and unalterable attachment to liberty in the body of the people. We have here another proof, that the American nation is as capable for its intelligence, as for its civil system, and its unalterable adherence to national freedom. The late attempts upon both, have electrified the whole country. The aged, the retired, the timid, the wavering, and the deluded, have all been brought into the ranks of that phalanx, which is determined to save the country. By such exertions, it must be saved! Among the pens which have powerfully contributed to this conservative alarm, is the able and ingenious author of the subjoined letters. His fascinating candour and vigorous argument, have chased away the sophistry and premeditated delusions, which the hand of power has covered its sinister purposes and our danger. These explanations of our public affairs, in a conjuncture which has involved the life and death of our embryonic political constitution, will be long admired. The crisis which called them forth, is alone more interesting, than the quality of the writer is venerable, and his capacity exalted. June 7.
THE SUBSCRIBER Having been appointed a Commissioner of the Chancery Court for the WILLIAMSBURG DISTRICT, gives notice to those persons, who are parties to cases referred to him, that he is ready to receive their papers.  JOHN COWPER. Master Commissioner's Office, July 12, 1809.
Ginghams, Calicoes, and Shirtings.  WOOD & HASTINGS, Have just received via Philadelphia,  4 Trunks CALLICOES, 3 do. GINGHAMS, 2 do. COTTON SHIRTINGS, part very fine. July 8.
WANTED,  Rough Oak bbr. and bhd. STAVES, of the best quality, for which cash will be given.  Robert Maitland. April 25.
The Subscribers HAVE PURCHASED the Stock in TRADE of Mr. EDWARD CLARKE, and taken that well known Stand under the EAGLE TAVERN, lately occupied by him, where, in addition, they offer for Sale, for Cash only,  A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF GROCERIES, Among which are, Old Rum, Holland Gin, Imperial, Hyson, and Young Hyson Teas, Soap and Candles, Chocolate, No. 1, 2, 3, Mustard, Manufactured Tobacco, Spanish Segars, 100 Stows half-pint Tumblers, Whiskey, Writing, Printing, and a few Bales of Land Cottons.
ALSO,  Hardware & Ironmongery Consisting of Brass and Iron Plate Doy. Pots, Dutch Ovens, Locks, Hinges and Screws, Knobs, Latches, Screw Drivers, Shingling Hatches, Mason's Tools, Plastering do. Shovels and Spades, Skelers, Griddles, Anvils, Currier, and Weeding Hoes.
They also offer for Sale, on accommodating terms, That valuable and well known FARM, called FAIRFIELD, only 3 miles from the Borough, containing 285 Acres, adjoining the lands of Dr. J. A. Taylor, and Mr. William Colley, on Tazewell's Creek, well watered, and highly improved, with a large two story Dwelling, and all necessary Out-Houses.  ALSO, A two story Frame HOUSE, in Bank Street, 28 by 30 feet, with two Tenements above, and Grocery Shops below.  LIKEWISE, A large two-story Brick Building at the intersection of Little Water-street and Rothe's Lane, 32 by 50 feet, calculated for two families and Grocery Stores.  AND Two or three likely NEGROES.  J. R. & James Rhodes. May 15.
NEW GOODS.  SAMUEL KIDD....No. 92, Main-Street, Has just received his second supply of  SEASONABLE GOODS, Among which are Elegant worked Dresses coloured and white; Plain, dotted, and loom dyed Mull Mull Muslins; Plain, fancy and worked Leno; Worked Leon Half Handkerchiefs; Black and White Cotton Cambricks; 1 case 9-8 Shirting Cotton; Cotton Lace, and Lace Sleeves; Black and Coloured Lustre; Black and Coloured Silk Handkerchiefs; Ladies' shoes and gloves, black and white coloured; Fine Dimity; White Mercers; White Jeans; Plain, Striped, and Mixed Cotton Casimere; a handsome assortment of Ginghams and Calicoes; Gentlemen's Cotton Umbrellas, and Ladies' Green Silk Parasols; Children's Beyer Hats, of all sizes and colours; Red and Black Morocco Hats and Caps; a few Glazed Leather Hats suitable for servants; Nankeen Sackers, and coarse Irish Linen. The above articles will be disposed of on inviting terms, for Cash only. N. B. Those indebted to the late firm of KIDD & OSBORN, will please to make immediate payment to SAMUEL KIDD, who is duly authorised to receive the same. June 7.
Phoenix Fire Office No. 13, MARKET-SQUARE, NORFOLK.  INSURANCE UPON SHIPS. NOTICE is hereby given that the following premiums only, will henceforward be charged by this company for insurance from fire upon Ships, Vessels, and all Water Crafts, and also upon Cargoes on board, in the seaports and rivers of Virginia and North-Carolina. One month 12 1/2 cents per $100 Two do. 20 do. Three do. 25 do. Four do. 30 do. Five do. 35 do. Six do. 40 do. Seven do. 45 do. Eight do. 50 do. Nine do. 55 do. Ten do. 60 do. Eleven do. 65 do. Twelve do. 70 do. The above premiums will be charged for any sum not exceeding 40,000 dollars in one risk; but a separate sum must in all cases be specified on the ship and another on the cargo. Richard Taylor, Agent.
  One month 12 1/2 cents per $100   Two do. 20 do.   Three do. 25 do.   Four do. 30 do.   Five do. 35 do.   Six do. 40 do.   Seven do. 45 do.   Eight do. 50 do.   Nine do. 55 do.   Ten do. 60 do.   Eleven do. 65 do.   Twelve do. 70 do. 

Accompanying the report of M. Champagny, secretary of state, to the emperor Napoleon.
(CONTINUED.)
No. 7.—Letter from count de Metternich to Champagny, minister, &c.
PARIS, August 3, 1808.
Sir, minister.—The confidential note which your excellency did me the honour to address to me on the 27th July, from Toulouse, reached me on the 1st August. Whilst employed in answering it, I yesterday received your note of the 30th July, from Bordeaux.
If the first of those papers was of a nature to make me experience and anticipate the regret that the emperor my master would feel when perusing it; I am rejoiced at the manner in which my communications of the 22d July last, were received by his majesty, the emperor Napoleon. What powerful impressions must not questions, such as those addressed to him from Toulouse, create on the mind of a sovereign whose character is eminently pacific, who is attached to the true interests of his people, and steady to those political measures which are so essential to his true interests? The emperor cannot but regret, that, the many proofs, given to France at critical moments; so many steps taken to cherish the most intimate relations with her; and the new assurances that had been given of his constant adherence to the principles which governed his continental policy; should have given way to the first impression, which rumours created and amplified by malevolence, had evidently made upon a cabinet, with which all his inclinations led him to unite, upon a powerful ally, whose friendship never can become a matter of indifference, since it is founded upon interests reciprocal and common to both empires.
The frank, plain, and undisguised explanations, which I believe to be alone worthy the emperor Napoleon, have had, in part, the effect I expected.—Opposed to them at this time, are the rumours circulated at Tplitz, Carlesbad, Egra: I am without uneasiness respecting these. The reports, forged in the coffee houses of Europe, must contradict and efface themselves. I have only to remark to your excellency that they are not the rumours of Austria. Nine-tenths of the inhabitants of those places are strangers, talkative because they are idle, and warlike because they have no attachment and settlement in a country which they only temporarily inhabit. If such is the evidence of foreign influence, it is proved to be a reality by the places and by the distant frontier where it is exercised. His majesty the emperor may be assured there exists no such influence in the councils of the emperor Francis, and that all prejudice and deception are equally remote from them. The past ought to prove this, the present and the future will convince him of it.
Your excellency has mentioned a sort of riot at Trieste, and the stoppage of two couriers in Croatia—facts, of which until now I had no knowledge. I would regret them, as I do every event contrary to the public order, and contrary to the obvious relations that should exist between neighbours and friends, if they did not furnish to my court a new opportunity to prove to his majesty the emperor Napoleon, that he never will be deceived in his expectations of redress, for acts of this kind, to an extent as he himself would afford it if they had been committed in his own dominions. I promise your excellency the most severe punishment of the guilty.
I hasten to transmit to Vienna the last communication from your excellency; and, having no cabinet courier at command, gave it in charge to count de Mier. The reasons for desiring an answer, which your excellency communicated to me, will greatly contribute to induce the emperor to return a prompt reply, which will be drawn up according to the amicable intentions which govern him. Those intentions are too well known, to leave any doubt but that the proofs, which his majesty will furnish France, will be transmitted without any other delay than that which must of necessity take place.
That confidence, which your excellency has so long possessed, will not allow me to conceal my wishes, that the emperor may suspend, until the return of my courier, any measure calculated to confirm, more than at present, the apprehension of a speedy rupture between France and Austria. I perfectly accord with the very just remarks, which you have made in your recent communications, respecting the impropriety of measures, which, in spite of the wishes of sovereigns, or their ministers, and the most wise among the people, often produce the greatest misfortunes among mankind. Let us not, then, raise the hopes of our common enemy, by exhibiting hostile appearances, which, in Austria as well as elsewhere, cannot but have an unfavourable effect upon the public, deprived of all knowledge of the true state of affairs; and which, on one side as well as on the other, may place the courts in an attitude, as contrary to the wishes of both emperors as to those of both nations. Let us not furnish the malevolent those who are really anxious for war with those new weapons, which they may covertly hurl against us both. Nothing is more easy, and unhappily nothing is more common, than to see that offered as a zealous support, which has a motive of a very different character.
In leaving to my august master the charge of answering the overtimes of his majesty the emperor Napoleon, your excellency will not hesitate fully to conceive the only wish with which I am animated, and of course the terror of the orders I have received.
No. 8.—Note from count de Champagny to count de Metternich.
PARIS, March 10, 1809.
The undersigned, minister for foreign affairs, has given an account to his majesty the emperor, his master, of the communication which was made to him, by his excellency, count de Metternich, upon the return of count de Mier, and of the determination which the cabinet of Vienna has taken to place armies upon a war footing.
The emperor Napoleon has been afflicted at this determination. The armaments of Austria, the unfriendly conduct of its minister at Constantinople and in Bosnia, the writings against France circulated profusely throughout the monarchy, inducing his majesty to believe that the English were not without influence at Vienna, determined him to stop on the Meuse and Saone, the march of those divisions destined for Boulogne, Brest and Toulon. His majesty at the same time instructed the princes of the confederation of the Rhine, to hold their troops in readiness, at all events, that they might if necessary reunite them, and be in a condition, if he should fail, to repel every aggressor.
But, after the declaration of M. Metternich, his majesty has given orders, to the troops posted in the interior of France, to proceed to the Rhine, to watch over the safety of his allies and confederates; and that the troops of those states should, without being placed on the war establishment. Thus situated, the disturbance, the threats and the armaments will be made by Austria. It is for her to say when they will cease. As no difference exists between the two courts, and as the treaty, which was followed by the occupation of Bremen by the French army, affords no point of dispute between the two powers, his majesty has no idea of what is desired
or what is pretended; but, on the contrary, he wishes to see Europe in the enjoyment of security and peace, and his own people reaping the fruits of the enemy that would succeed that event. The undersigned is charged to state those wishes to M. Metternich.
He requests his excellency, &c.
(Signed)
CHAMPAGNY.
No. 9.—Note from count Metternich to count de Champagny.
PARIS, March 12, 1809.
The undersigned, ambassador of his majesty the emperor of Austria, yesterday received the note, which his excellency the minister for foreign affairs did him the honour to send him, dated the 10th of this month.
On the 31st of January last, his excellency the minister for foreign affairs, communicated to the undersigned a dispatch from his royal highness the viceroy of Italy, containing complaints on two distinct points; the arrest of a man at Goritz, and the difficulty which a French officer experienced in remaining at Trieste. He the next day sent count de Mier to Vienna. The eagerness with which he communicated those complaints to the court of Vienna, furnishes a new evidence to the cabinet of the Tuileries, of the constant desire of his august master, to maintain with his majesty the emperor of the French, the most amicable relations, and of his earnest wish to avoid, by every means in his power, giving the slightest cause for interrupting the good understanding between the two courts.
A knowledge of the well-tried principles of the emperor his master, the fact no less certain that, since the treaty which was followed by the evacuation of Bremen, there existed no subject for dispute between the two powers, induced the undersigned confidentially to represent, on many occasions, since the month of January last, to his excellency the minister for foreign affairs, the surprise excited at Vienna by the order transmitted at that time to the princes of the confederation of the Rhine, to hold their contingents ready for marching a few days after a requisition for that purpose should be made. The undersigned strengthened his arguments, by remarks upon the great inquietude and uncertainty respecting the relations between the two courts, created by the French newspapers, and by German gazettes published in the states of the Rhenish confederation. On the 7th of January, he had the honour to inform his excellency, that on the 29th January, (the day on which a courier was dispatched to him from Vienna) no movement had been made in the Austrian empire, although the preparatory advice, relative to the measures to be taken by the confederation of the Rhine, issued by the emperor of the French, had come to the knowledge of his court.
He repeated at the same time, his own conviction, that the new measures taken in France and in Germany, and above all the march of French troops towards Bavaria, (a circumstance not foreseen at the time of the departure of the courier) would end in determining the emperor to protect his people by taking some defensive measures.
Count de Mier, returned to Paris, on the 1st of March. He brought an order to the undersigned ambassador of his majesty the emperor of Austria, to inform his excellency the minister of foreign affairs, that his imperial majesty, always anxious to maintain with the court of France the best relations, had instantly ordered an inquiry respecting all the objects, which produced the mission of M. de Mier to Vienna. The ambassador will as early as possible inform M. de Champagny of the result of these enquiries.
In a conversation, which the undersigned had with the minister for foreign affairs, he did not conceal from him, that the apprehensions, which, at the close of the month of January, he had mentioned to him, as to the effect which would be produced at Vienna by the armaments in the Rhenish confederation, were already realized in part. When he added, that, the unaccountable information, which had just been received respecting the junction of considerable corps of French troops in Bavaria, and the march of other corps towards the middle of Germany and north of Italy, had induced his majesty to take several defensive measures; the undersigned gave a new evidence of confidence on his part, by expressing his regret at seeing a state of things, so opposite to the wishes of his august master, succeed to such friendly relations as, since the evacuation of Bremen, had existed between the two states. If the return of M. de Mier had not been interrupted by the passage of French columns towards Bavaria, a delay respecting which the undersigned has before had the honour to express his regret, he might have transmitted one or two days earlier the official assurance of the only views and intentions which animate his august master towards his majesty the emperor of the French.
Whilst informing his excellency, of his eagerness to transmit to his court, the note of the 10th March, the undersigned thinks it his duty, to confine within a narrow compass the last relations in which he will have any agency; he cannot but add, that if his imperial majesty of Austria has, much against his wishes, seen in the movements that have taken place, since the month of January last, just cause of uneasiness, respecting the relations which he was anxious should exist between him and France, he has no other ambition on his side, than to see Europe enjoying the calm of peace, the first of blessings, and which he will ever be anxious to secure to his people.
The undersigned begs his excellency, the minister for foreign affairs, to accept the renewed assurance of his high consideration.
(Signed)
METTERNICH.
No. 9.—Duplicate letter from his royal highness, prince Charles, of Austria, to the general in chief, commanding the French army in Bavaria.
Head-Quarters, April 9, 1809.
According to the declaration of his majesty, the emperor of Austria, to the emperor Napoleon, I inform the general in chief of the French army, that I have received orders to advance, with the troops under my command, and to treat as enemies all who shall resist.
(Signed)
CHARLES.
REMARKS.
The foregoing official papers, which his majesty directed to be communicated to the senate, comprehended the whole correspondence on affairs of a general nature, which has taken place between his majesty's minister and the legation of the court of Vienna. The last but one, which expresses on the part of the Austrian court, a lively desire to see Europe enjoying the calm of peace, and the last which is an actual declaration of war, presents a contrast that must strike every one. It should at the same time be remarked, that the series of the first eight papers present a lapse of seven months, from August 3, 1808, to March 10, 1809, during which time it would appear, that the communications between the two courts had ceased; but it is easy to explain this interruption of correspondence, rendered less necessary by the arrival of his majesty at Paris, the beginning of August, and by the return of his minister, who could resume from that time, the course of verbal communications and conferences with the accredited minister near his majesty.
In that interval, events of great importance had taken place in Germany, and the communications between the two courts had successively presented themselves under a variety of aspects. These variations will be found detailed and confirmed, in some documents of a nature extremely important, and of which his majesty has authorized the communication to the senate. It seems necessary, however, to precede them, by a summary of a verbal, and, as may be said, publick declaration of his majesty, to the minister of the court of Vienna, at one of his diplomatic audiences; a summary of which his majesty's minister was ordered to make known by a circular to his ambassadors at foreign courts.
That communication will be followed and closed by a report which was presented to his majesty on the 2d March, and which will fully explain the constant but useless efforts, that were made, during six months, to recall Austria to dispositions of confidence and to pacific measures, which she never would have deviated from, had she solely regarded her own true interests."
Note 10.—Dispatch, addressed to gen. Andreossy, (the French ambassador at the court of Vienna) on the 16th August, 1808, by count de Champagny.
Mr. Ambassador.—His majesty the emperor, on his return from a journey into the interior of France, arrived at St. Cloud on the night of the 14th, and on the 15th the day of his fete, he received with the usual solemnity, the princes, ministers, and high officers of the empire; the senate, the council of state, the whole corps of publick functionaries, and lastly the diplomatic corps. The audience given to the diplomatic corps, was remarkable for a very long conversation between his majesty and the Austrian ambassador, of which I wish to give you at least the substance.
"Austria, then, wishes for war," said the emperor, "or does she wish to frighten us?" M. de Metternich protested that the intentions of his court were pacific.—"If that is the case, why your immense preparations?" "They are purely defensive," replied M. de Metternich.—But who attacks you, that you think of defending yourselves? Who threatens you, that you think you will be soon attacked? Is not every thing peaceable on our side? Has there been the least dispute between you and me, since the peace of Presburg? Have I made any pretension that alarms you? Have not all our relations been extremely amicable? And yet you have all at once raised a cry of alarm; you have put in motion the whole of your population; your princes have traversed your provinces; and your proclamations, call out the people to the defence of their country. Your proclamations and measures are such as you employed when I was at Leoben. If it was merely a new organization that you were making, it would be effected more slowly, without noise or expense; without exciting at home so prodigious a ferment, and abroad so lively an alarm. But your measures are not purely defensive: you have added to each of your regiments a force of 1300 men; your militia will give you a disposal of 400,000 men;—those men will be drafted into regiments and exercised, a part of them is now clothed; your fortresses are provisioned; and lastly, what is to me a proof that you are preparing to begin a war, you have purchased horses, although you have at this moment 14,000 artillery horses; in the midst of peace we do not incur such enormous expenses. To men whom you call out to exercise, you grant a pecuniary indemnification; you have clothed a part, and you have furnished them with arms; nothing of all this could have been done but at very great expense, and yet you all agree that your finances are in a miserable condition; your exchange, before so low, is now lower; and your commercial operations have suffered—can it be supposed that you would expose yourselves to all those inconveniences and embarrassments without an object?
"Do not say that you have been compelled to provide for your safety. You must acknowledge that all our relations have been amicable; you know, that I ask nothing from you, that I make no claim to any thing you have, and also that I regard the preservation of your power in its usual condition, as useful to the system of Europe, and to the interests of France. I have encamped my troops, to keep them in vigour and exercise; they cannot be encamped in France because it is too expensive there, they are encamped in foreign countries, where the expense is less. My camps have been fixed in different directions; none of them threatened you. I would not have encamped, had I any hostile views towards you. In the excess of my confidence and security, I dismantled the fortresses of Silesia.—Most certainly I would not have had camps, if I had any idea that they could alarm you; a single word from you would have dissuaded me from forming them. I am ready to break them up, if you think that it is necessary to your safety."
M. de Metternich having remarked, that there had been no movements of troops in Austria, the emperor replied:—
"You are mistaken; you have withdrawn your troops from quarters, where they were maintained at less expense; you have concentrated them upon Cracovia; you have placed yourselves in a condition to menace Silesia at pleasure; your army is united, and it has taken a military position. Yet what do you expect? Do you think to frighten me? You will not be able to do it. Do you imagine circumstances are favourable for you? If you do you are deceived. My politics are open and frank, because they are loyal, and because I possess the love of my soldiers. I will withdraw the 100,000 men from Germany, and send them into Spain, yet I will be a match for you. Arm, and I will arm; and if necessary, raise 200,000 men more. You have no continental power to assist you; I would almost dare to tell you, in the name of the emperor of Russia, that he will require you to remain at peace. He is already not well pleased at your relations with the Servians; he has as much reason to suppose himself menaced by your preparation, as I have to suppose myself threatened; and he suspects that you have views upon Turkey. You may suppose that I also have views upon Turkey; I declare that it is ungrounded and that I want nothing from Austria."
"And yet your emperor does not wish for war—I believe him; I confide in the promise he gave me at our interview. He can have no resentment against me. I was in possession of his capital and of the greater part of his provinces; nearly all was restored to him—I kept Venice solely to prevent any cause for discord, any pretext for war. Do you think that a conqueror of the French armies, and in possession of Paris, would have acted with so much moderation? No, your emperor does not desire war; your ministry does not wish for it; the most distinguished men of your monarchy do not desire it; and yet the movements that you have made have been such, that war will follow, in spite of you and me. You have created a belief that I demanded some of your provinces; and your people, from a national and generous impulse, that I am far from blaming, are indignant; their indignation is carried to excess, and they run to arms. You issued a proclamation forbidding your people to talk of war, but your proclamation was vague; it was considered as a measure of policy; and as your measures were in opposition to your proclamation, your measures have been regarded and not your proclamation. Thence the insult given to my consul at Trieste, by your new militia; thence the assassination of three of my couriers proceeding to Dalmatia. Should there be any more such insults, war will be inevitable; for
we may be killed, but we will not be insulted with impunity."
"England sustains the war without intermission; it was thus they provoked the war that followed the insult given to gen. Bernadotte. Such intrigues will carry you where you do not wish to go. The English and their partisans dictate all those false measures; they already rejoice at the expectation of seeing Europe again in flames; they will gain fifty per cent. by the impulse you are creating in Europe. Frenchman cannot go to the waters of Bohemia without being insulted. Why do you suffer this?—Have you any examples of it in France? Are not your consuls and travellers hospitably received and respected in France? The most trifling insult given to one of them, would be instantly and severely punished."
"I repeat you are all led astray, and in spite of you, the ferment of your people imprudently excited and the intrigues of the partisans of England and of some members of the equestrian order (who have carried among you the bitterness of their regrets) will drag you into a war. The emperor of Russia, firm manner that he does not approve of the war, and that he will be against you. But if to his intervention Europe will owe the continuation of peace, you can expect no gratitude from Europe or from me, I cannot regard you as my friends, and shall consider myself entirely at liberty to make such arrangements as the state of Europe may require, without asking your advice or concurrence."
"Then, what will happen? You have levied 400,000 men, I will levy 200,000: the confederation, which had discharged its troops, will re-organize them and make new levies:—Germany, which is just beginning to breathe, after so many rumourous wars will see all her wounds opened anew: I will establish the fortresses of Silesia, instead of evacuating that province and the Prussian states, as I intended: Europe will be aroused; armies will be in the presence of each other, and the most trivial incidents will produce the commencement of hostilities."
"You say you have an army of 400,000 men, which is much larger than at any former time of your monarchy. You wish to double it; to follow your example, it will be very soon necessary to arm even the women. In such a state of things, when every bow shall have been bent, war will become necessary to produce the catastrophe, it is thus, that, in the physical world, the state of agitation into which nature is thrown at the approach of a hurricane, makes it desirable that the storm should ensue, that the heavens and the earth may the sooner exhibit a sweet serenity. Violent pain, but of short duration, is preferable to tedious suffering."
"In the mean time, all hopes of a maritime peace vanish; the strong measures taken to obtain it will have been useless. The English smile at the thoughts of the discord again excited on the continent, and trust to it for the defence of their interests."
"See the evils you have produced, and, I believe without intending it. But, if your dispositions are as pacific as you say they are, prove them to be so: countermand the measures which have excited so dangerous a ferment: in this impulse involuntary given, it is necessary to oppose an impulse of a contrary kind; and since, from Petersburg to Naples, there is no doubt that Austria prepares for war, since all your merchants announce it as certain, it is necessary that every voice should be able to proclaim that your actions as well as your words evince a disposition for peace. On my side every security shall be given that you can desire."
"Thus, sir, I have given you, as well as I could trace it, a brief abstract of the remarks which his majesty made to M. de Metternich. The emperor showed that he felt a good deal of emotion, as was to have been expected in treating on so momentous a subject. He had no more warmth, than that emotion naturally produced; he spoke of the emperor of Austria and of his government, in terms of regard and respect, and he said several things personally agreeable to M. de Metternich. That ambassador, who has constantly protested the pacific dispositions of his court, has never found himself for one moment in an embarrassing situation; and I have this evening heard him felicitate himself at being in a court, where such communications could be thus directly made by the sovereign to a foreign minister. M. de Tolstoi joins in the opinion. The emperor appears even in the eyes of those, who have the least observation, noble, frank, loyal, regardful of the convenience of those around him, observing a perfect delicacy, eloquent as well as sensible, and possessed of that sensibility, which the great interests of humanity excite; he judges it equally necessary, to be prepared for war as well as for peace, and wishes for the latter without fearing the former; and it is generally thought, that to a language so frank and noble, no answer can be made but an open avowal of warlike intentions, or by facts as well as words prove, that peace is really desired."
"You can make this dispatch the subject of an interview with M. de Stadion. The Austrian government cannot doubt the sincere desire of his majesty, to preserve peace. But the emperor wishes security during peace. If peace is equally dear to Austria, she will not hesitate to give the emperor a full assurance of her wishes, and it is above all by giving another direction to the publick opinion that she will confirm them; but that direction can only be effected by a change of measures."
(To be continued.)
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MONDAY EVENING, JULY 24, 1809.
The President left Washington on Monday last, for his seat in Orange county.
The Secretary of War, set out for Boston on Tuesday last.
Mr. Erskine, the British minister, left Washington the 15th instant, for Philadelphia.
Our readers will find in this day's paper, a continuation of the Austrian and French correspondence, which we noticed in our last as concluded. We were led into the mistake, from there being no note of continuation in the paper, from which we copied.
The extraordinary conversation which Buonaparte held at a publick levee, with the Austrian minister, is not less singular in itself, than it is contrary to diplomatic usage. It cannot escape observation, that the French government takes frequent occasion to notice the magnitude of its armies, and those of the Rhenish confederacy, at its disposal, yet will not allow Austria to augment hers. The Austrian government could not avoid discerning the views of the French emperor, who was very willing to let Austria consider herself as an independent nation, provided she would consent to acknowledge that she owed her existence to his clemency. After the fate of Spain, what was Austria to hope for or to expect? If a friend and ally was dethroned to make room for one of the usurper's brothers, could a rival and an enemy expect more justice? Austria has taken the only course by which there is a possibility of escaping disgrace and slavery. By resistance there is a chance of safety, but in submission destruction is certain.
It appears that the French army has made its escape from Portugal, and it is further said Soult has formed a junction with Ney, somewhere in Galicia, and that gen. Wellesley was in pursuit of Soult. We have no information of the strength of the armies of the two French generals when united, they are said to be 40 000.
By the last advices from England, it appears that another expedition was about to sail for Spain or Portugal. It is probable that this expedition is intended to co-operate with the army under general Wellesley, or with that of Romana. The accounts also state, that after Soult and Ney had united, that the former had retreated into Asturias, to wait reinforcements. If this intelligence is correct, the French must have abandoned Coruna and Ferrol, as Lugo, near which the French armies are said to have united by the map is 60 or 70 miles from those places, immediately into the country.
It is difficult to state the forces of these armies, from any information before the publick. The British army under general Wellesley has been stated at 27 000; it is probable that about 12 or 15 000 Portuguese will go with that general into Spain. Romana's force is stated at 18 000. We cannot believe that the force of Ney ever exceeded 20 000, or he would not have permitted Vigo and St. Andero to have been taken.
The French generals, we have no doubt, have found it necessary to their safety to concentrate their armies, and to be more distant from the sea, which being free to their enemies, gave advantages, that the British and Spaniards will not find in the interior. But by uniting their forces the French will be exposed to great inconvenience, in obtaining supplies, and will moreover permit the hostile disposition of the people to shew itself by their actions, as the power and influence of the French will be confined to their camp.
Whether these movements of Soult and Ney are preparatory to a general evacuation of Spain, as has been hinted in several accounts, time will discover.
Private letters from New-York state, that it is believed that Lord Collingwood has fallen in with a French squadron conveying the garrison of Barcelona to France, and captured it. Letters from England state this circumstance with confidence. If the French were under the necessity of evacuating Barcelona, one would think a retreat by land would have been attempted in preference to one by sea, unless the force and hostile disposition of the Catalonians, rendered such retreat by land more hazardous than we had imagined. This intelligence, however, stands in need of confirmation.
The late accounts from Europe are highly flattering and auspicious:—They present a summary of war operations, which although not placing the destiny of Austria beyond the possibility of defeat, affords something substantial for hope to feed on, and something beyond the fears of inglorious submission. Buonaparte in the few battles already fought with the Austrians, has discovered something of character of the Austrian soldiery, and something of the skill and military talents of the princely commander, whose genius is directed against him.—This important discovery is pretty evident, from the circumstance of his remaining from the 23d April (the day on which he entered Ratisbon as a conqueror) to the 1st May, without attempting a further pursuit of the enemy, although at the distance of only 15 or 16 miles. If this mystery was solved, we believe it would result in this, that such victories as those which immediately preceded his capture of Ratisbon, would soon overthrow his power; that although his heralds proclaim him a "fortunate soldier"—the world would confer on his illustrious opponent, the rank of a "consummate general."—To recover from a defeat, and to rally undismayed, in the sight of almost a conquering army, is a trait in the character of a military chief which Buonaparte does not possess. This pre-eminent, and distinguished quality, the archduke Charles inherits in a high degree, perhaps, than any other general in Europe; and prepared to meet temporary and occasional disasters, it is this character that will finally triumph over the skill of Buonaparte, and secure to Austria its sovereignty and its independence. (Boston Gazette.)
OF MARSHAL SOULT, &c. In the Lisbon Gazette of June 1, there are despatches from Marshal Beresford, commander in chief of the Portuguese forces, to the Regency, dated at Coimbra, the 29th May, including letters from
Galicia, containing events of war operations in that province. The first is from gen. Mahy [second in command in the marquis de Romana's army, the marquis being absent on an important mission to Oviedo] in which he informs the marshal that the duke of Dalmatia (Soult) with his army (10,000) passed Orense [about 70 miles to the northward of Oporto] on the 18th May, followed by the English army under gen. Wellesley:—That in the vicinity of Lugo, Soult formed a junction with the army under marshal Ney, and that the United force amounted to 40,000 men:—That they had been pursued to Lugo; from whence marshal Ney penetrated into Asturias from Galicia, where it was expected he would be reinforced by detachments from Castile, to the amount of 16,000 men; that he left 7000 men to guard the bridges between Leon and Galicia:—That the army of the marquis Romana consisted of 18,000 men, 8000 which were at Vigo, under gen. Carrera; the rest posted between Lugo and Mendorada; that with the reinforcements expected to 40,000 men. Another letter is from Gen. Vala, dated 23d May, at Casayo, in which it is announced a battle fought for three days between Meyra and Lugo, in which the French lost 3000 in killed and prisoners; and in which they were pursued to Paraday; after the loss of three pieces of cannon.
The same letter adds, that after an obstinate resistance, in which the French lost 4000 killed and wounded, and 6 pieces of cannon, the patriots succeeded in retaking Lugo—Such is the outline of the despatches published in the official gazette of Lisbon. [Bos. Cen.]
PHILADELPHIA, July 18.
[TRANSLATION.]
"We are authorised to announce to the merchants of the United States, that AMERICAN FLOUR will not be admitted into the port of Maracaibo, as will be seen by a letter from the governor of that place, to his excellency the chevalier de Foranda, dated May 22, 1809.
"The American nation expected to do us an injury by depriving us of its commerce; but they will now know that this prohibition has only served to make us acquainted with our own resources, and to the great injury of the principal branches of the American commerce. For the want of American imports, we had to resort to our own produce. For two years past we have been consuming no other than that of this province; and in the ensuing year we expect the harvest will be so abundant as to enable us to export a considerable overplus; and to give all possible encouragement to the cultivation of wheat, this city has demanded that the introduction of American flour should be prohibited, which request has been granted by the government. Your excellency, if you think proper, may give notice accordingly to the American merchants."
OBSERVATIONS
Of an Austrian Patriot, upon various articles inserted in the foreign journals.
The novel style which has been suddenly adopted in some foreign gazettes, has justly excited astonishment; for hostility of language commonly precedes that of arms. By this, intentions are sufficiently made known. And when newspapers are allowed to irritate, insult, and threaten, it is evident that there is no desire to have recourse to official explanations. Whatever this language may be, it is a species of cypher which requires to be developed; and in the present instance, the publick have either misunderstood it, or have drawn from it consequences too extensive.
It is acknowledged in these gazettes, that the emperor of Austria, altogether occupied by the cares of a paternal government, is strongly attached to peace by all his feelings, his conscience, and his word. (1) His wisdom and his integrity are admitted, and many princes of his house are personally esteemed. (2)
These first confessions deserve notice; for it is an express acknowledgment, that the empire of Austria does not desire war. But it is added, that there are, however, intrigues in the court; that young men may be misled at Vienna, as they were misled at Berlin; that even among the brothers of the empress, there were persons who were not alarmed at the warning fate of prince Lewis Ferdinand of Prussia; and that if those princes are not without pride, they are without power and without credit (3); that it is even suspected that there are certain young noblemen of Vienna, who are desirous to return again upon the theatre of the battle of Ulm, in order to try whether they cannot play a more splendid part than in 1805; that these young lords already point out from a distance the fine positions which the Austrians ought to take (4); that with a painful feeling they inquire who are the mad authors of so many extraordinary measures, of those levies of the militia, and those insurrections so likely to throw all Europe into confusion (5); finally, that two or three ambitious young men ought to be kept down, whose extravagant speeches and actions are sufficient to keep the Austrian monarchy in a jar. (6)
This language is to be thus explained:—They are desirous to make France and Europe believe, that it is Austria which desires war; but since they dare not give the lie to the assurances which the emperor has incessantly given of his pacific intention, it is supposed, with as much injustice as falsehood, that intrigues are able to subdue the will of the emperor, and not the policy of the state. It is intended by this, to answer various purposes: In France, to prepare the publick mind for the affliction prospect of a new war; to impute it to us, and cause it to be believed, that it is we who provoke it; and divide the publick opinion among ourselves, by perfidiously suggesting that this division exists already. Now all these allegations are false, and many of them are calumnies and insults; but unhappily it has often occurred that an hostile aggression has followed closely upon language of this description. It is, however, a consolation for us, to be convinced that if, as is said, Europe is alarmed, the cause of this will never be found in the armaments of Austria.
2. After having endeavoured to make us appear in a state of aggression in these gazettes, they wish to represent us as unable to carry on war. "Peace it is said, is so much the more certain, as Austria has no motive to make war. The peace of Presburg has left her without a single cannon, without muskets and ammunition, and it is not with paper money that she has been able to replenish her arsenals. Her veteran soldiers no longer exist; new soldiers must be formed, but Austrians must be in training two years, in order to mount, turn to the right and left, and load a gun. Beyond a doubt, say they, the Frenchmen have taken our artillery; and a long period is required in order to work mines, raise building, and construct machines in order to produce cannon; that for want of horses it is men who do their work in our fields; that the bones of our former cavalry still whiten our soil; and that unless we have recourse to magic, we cannot form a cavalry within 15 years. As to the insurrections and levies en masse, they are, it is said, wretched instruments for the defence of a state. And from all this it is inferred, that good Austrians will congratulate themselves on the absolute incapacity of making war, which unites with the wisdom of their sovereign to assure them of the continuance of peace.
There is probably exaggeration in this article, though in general it is very true that the attacks are reduced to the necessity of not extinguishing
their strength while they always calculate its own.
Nevertheless, if our impotence is such as is described, one evident consequence results from it, which is this, that we cannot inspire fear, distrust, or uneasiness to any one. We see clearly that the gazette writers, having opposite ends to answer, could not avoid contradictions. Desirous to attribute to us the design of making war, they suppose our preparations alarm all Europe; and on the other hand, in order to alarm us, and convince us that a war against us would be an easy enterprize, they imagine us to be absolutely without power, unable to make any resistance. Nevertheless, we hope to shew that if we have not made all the preparations which an aggressor would make, we have not neglected those which the instinct of nature and honour provokes in a warlike nation, which may every instant be called upon to defend its existence.
If we were certain of peace, we might indeed congratulate ourselves on our incapacity to make war; but where is this certainty of peace? Assuredly it does not consist in impotence or weakness.
3. The same gazette writers next turn to another object, useful to all aggressors, which is, to alarm those upon whom they make war. They say then, that "independently of the great army, there are 150,000 French troops in Germany, 120,000 men in Italy, and 100,000 men of the confederation of the Rhine; that the instance of the Spanish insurgents, dispersed as soon as attacked, ought to serve as a lesson to the Austrian and Hungarian levies en masse; but that there are some heedless young men here, who have already forgotten that the French troops took quarters in their mansions, and who are apparently desirous to recommence their travels."
All Europe will perceive what ought to be inferred from these menaces; for if the facts stated are not exaggerated how can Austria be reproached with having made some defensive armaments, while it is confessed, that without counting very numerous armies, she is surrounded by 400,000 soldiers, who, in the twinkling of an eye, could be posted on her frontiers? To remain armed one's self and to require that others should be disarmed; to be in a condition to deal deadly blows, and regard as an hostility the least movement, which should have for his object, not to menace but to ward of these blows, would be an assumption far more hostile than a declaration of war.
My fellow-citizens ought not, however, to infer from all this reproachful language, that, therefore, war has become inevitable within a few days. Newspaper writers are not the organs of government. It is also possible that these attacks and insults may be disavowed. Our emperor has called all Europe to witness, that his armaments of a nature purely defensive, have never had war for their object. He wished only to fulfil one of the first duties of the throne, to guard his faithful subjects against an unforeseen attack. Foreign movements must of necessity direct his own. Foreign troops are collecting in all parts around him: he is, therefore, obliged to withdraw a part of his army from its cantonments. Positions cannot be taken to attack his frontiers, without putting him in a situation, on his part, to take other positions; not only in order to parry the blows, but to prevent their being struck: for what constitutes the first aggression is the will to aggress.
It is the arrangements, preparations, and menaces which precede the blow. The first cannon which is discharged is often merely a defensive act. Should it therefore, happen that the designs to wage war upon us should be so far manifested, that moderation would serve only to facilitate the blow the enemy was projecting; in such case our sovereign, strong in his conscience and in the good opinion of Europe, would consider it as his right and duty to repel by force the preparations made on his frontier, which would have no other than his dominion for their object, and from that alone would become an open war.
NOTES.
* M GENTZ. (1) Gazette de France, Jan. 20, 1809. (2) Journal de l'Empire, Jan. 21. (3) Gazette de France, Jan. 20. (4) Ibid. (5) Journal de l'Empire, Jan. 21. (6) Publiciste, Jan. 22.
PARIS, April 29.
If any reasonable doubt could be entertained of the cause and authors of the war, that has broken out between France and Austria, it would be removed completely, by attentively perusing the official papers, that have been published in the Moniteur.
We see, on our side, a constant desire to avoid war—on the other, long continued efforts to disguise its hostile views: the letters, the notes, the conversation of the French minister, bear the stamp of generous moderation and enlightened wisdom: the correspondence of the Austrian minister is also couched in pacific terms, but the style announces the embarrassment of his heart, and is strangely contrasted with the conduct of his court. On our side, the wishes are frankly expressed, the complaints well founded, the offers positive and, what has seldom been seen in diplomatic intercourse, prayers and entreaties to save Austria from a war in which she would be lost: on the other side, vague denials, captious recriminations, and common-place professions of friendship for France, which were contradicted by her actions.
Throughout the whole of this correspondence, France makes no demand, no pretension; this must have been believed, since the emperor of Austria and the cabinet of Vienna are compelled, in several instances, to acknowledge it. Indeed Austria has shown herself perfectly satisfied with the treaties of Presburg and Fontainebleau; she has not even whispered a complaint or articulated a regret, respecting their execution. After such a double declaration, it would seem, that there could exist no cause for war. We can attribute the explanation of subsequent difficulties to nothing else but misunderstandings easily removed, or perhaps we may more truly trace their source to an inveterate hatred which meditated to break the most solemn treaties on the first favourable occasion. The date and the nature of the official documents, now before us, will guide us in our research.
France did not complain of the armaments of Austria until the month of July, 1808. The proof of the pacific intentions is, that, after the treaty of Presburg, instead of keeping her enemy in a state of humiliation and weakness, which her reverses might have permitted, France made not the least complaint against the steps which Austria almost immediately took to replenish her arsenals, complete her regular troops, and revive her disheartened army. It would have been repugnant to the generosity of the conqueror to wound the independence of a state, which he wished to preserve, and which he considered useful to France also. Then we saw nothing in the efforts of Austria, but a noble ambition to organize a military establishment becoming the rank in which peace had placed her. But, when she gave her armaments a prodigious extension, beyond all proportion with her resources; when she augmented her means of war in proportion as she had more cause to desire peace; when she made levies en masse, at the very moment too when 200,000 Frenchmen evacuated Germany—then she exhibited less fear than presumption, less regard for her independence,
than projects for revenge. Her efforts were in vain to excuse her, by the adoption of a system of armaments.
If we compare the population of the two states, and examine the manner in which the emperors operate, and the situation in which they are then placed, we shall be able to appreciate the extent of her ambassador's. The recruiting for the Austrian regiments in 1806 and 1807, produced at least 150,000 men. In 1808, on a sudden, without specifying the number of men wanted, a conscription (such as even France does not resort to but by parties, according to her necessities and dangers, and in number publicly announced) is extended in Austria to three times the number of that annually settled for France; although the population of France is to that of Austria as 5 to 3; although the latter was in a state of peace; and France, having to sustain alone the burden of the war with England and Spain, announced that she did not require a conscription for that year.
The Austrian ambassador endeavoured to justify the unfounded apprehensions of his court, by the reports of war circulated in the Austrian states; but those rumours were contradicted by the simple facts—the pacific propositions of France, and the removal of the French troops from the Austrian frontiers. These rumours originally appeared in the Austrian newspapers, from them they were copied into those of the Rhenish confederation, and lastly they were translated into the French journals.
Whilst Austria commenced offensive measures, and excited the populace of Trieste, against a power which had restored her political existence, and which yet fought for the common interests; she exhibited no sign of enmity against another power against which she had declared war, she made no sacrifice, she took no hostile measures, when she should at least have delinced the freedom of the Adriatic sea. This strange diversity of conduct and interests, of confidential sentiments and open protestations, gave a singular idea of Austrian politics. Surely, the calumnies she invented against the French, and the pity she tried to excite for their enemies, gave a character, much more grave than M. Metternich wished to be believed, to the arrival at Trieste of a flag of truce, carrying to the archduke Charles the wishes of the Spanish insurgents—that is, the offer of the throne of Spain.
M. Metternich touched these facts as he would have touched burning coals. But the English admiral would not have taken a dangerous station opposite a powerful enemy, if he had not been beforehand assured of good will towards him, and if he had not known that Austria and England had for a long time been separated only in name. This offer too was accorded with the ancient pretensions of the house of Lorraine, to be rejected at a moment more favourable. It was soon recollected that Austria had from day to day postponed its acknowledgment of king Joseph, and on frivolous pretences, when every other ally of France had readily made it. Without doubt, if the archduke Charles did not participate in the secret wishes of his family, he would solemnly have repelled the offer of England, and given France some assurance of good faith. These reflections authorise the belief, contrary to the assertion of Metternich, that if the Spanish insurgents had not been vanquished, a second flag of truce would have been much more favourably received by the court of Vienna.
So that, the preparations continued after so many assurances of tranquility, injuries inflicted, insults given to a friendly power, communications with and benevolence for the enemies of France, form a mass of evidence which cannot be resisted.
In this diplomatic controversy, we perceive Austria always on the offensive. France commenced her just complaint, in the month of July, but she did not march her troops, she did not call out her Rhenish confederation until the month of January following; she neglected at all times the apparentances of hostilities—though so very evident. Austria termed her armaments—precaution; and as their pretext, her proclamations. France and Russia reduced her to silence by guaranteeing each against the other, the integrity of her territories. At length, driven to a point, compelled to give a categorical answer, after having delayed that answer for above a month, she answered on the 2d of March her resolution to place her armies on the war establishment. Obligated to acknowledge that she had not in the present state of affairs, any reasons for this step, she sought them in the past. She said that she had subscribed to treaties by force; and violated them as soon as she believed herself to be able to do so. Such is in fact the substance of the declaration of the court of Vienna, published on the 27th of March. But if such reasons can be admitted among civilized nations, if it is true that a treaty cannot bind the conqueror as well as the conquered, if there is no other law but force; then probity must be banished from all political transactions; then the conqueror may banish all ideas of generosity, and who shall then as any longer place bounds to the rights of the victor? Surely it is not the house of Austria which circulates this shocking morality: it induces the people of Europe to believe that they can hope for no repose but in her destruction.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Schr. Cornelia, Gifford, 13 days from Nantucket. Schr. Eliza and Betsey, Patterson, 8 days from Chatham. Schr. Sukey, Hallet, 20 days from Boston. Brig. Dart, Driscoll, 3 days from Baltimore, bound to New-Orleans. The Schooner Sally and Betsey, of this port, was at St. Bartholomews the 3d of this month.
PORT OF NORFOLK AND PORTSMOUTH, CUSTOM-HOUSE—ENTERED.
Schr. Defiance, Border, Newport. Sukey, Hallet, Boston. Cornelia, Gifford, Nantucket. Eliza & Betsey, Patterson, Harwich. Sloop President, Ferguson, Baltimore. CLEARED. Ship Pilgrim, Fletcher, Cork. Brig Nanies, Barclay, Jamaica. Schr. Martha Washington, Gardner, Charleston. Sloop Pilgrim, Porter, New-York.
Taken from two Black Men on Saturday Night.
One Barrel of FLOUR.
Which is supposed to be stolen. The owner may have the same on proving the property, and paying the expenses. Apply at the Ledger Office. July 24.
FOR CHARTER.
The good Brig. DIBO.
Emerson Lewis, Master, burthen 126 tons. For terms apply to Moses Myers & Son. July 21.
FOR CHARTER.
The Ship Mississippi.
Capt. Kelsch, burthen 243 tons. Moses Myers & Son. July 21.

Eagle Fire Company of New-York.
Office of the Company, No. 59, Wall-Street.
PROPOSALS
For Insuring Houses, Buildings, Stores, Ships in Harbour, Goods, Wares, and Merchandize, FROM LOSS OR DAMAGE BY FIRE.
THE Legislature of the state of New-York, having incorporated the Eagle Fire Company of New-York, with a capital of five hundred thousand dollars, (with the liberty of increasing the same, if the business of the company should require it, to one million of dollars,) for the sole purpose of insuring buildings, and every kind of personal property from loss or damage by FIRE; and a capital of five hundred thousand dollars having all been paid, or secured to be paid, according to law; the directors feel a particular satisfaction in offering to their fellow-citizens, throughout the United States, the means of security against that kind of loss which frequently, in an UNEXPECTED MOMENT, involves in destruction the earnings of a life of industry and frugality, and reduces the independent and affluent, together with their families, to poverty and distress. To provide an additional guard against calamities of this nature, has been the primary motive of this Institution; and the directors engage to conduct its concerns, with a fairness, candour and liberality, which will justly entitle it to the confidence and patronage of the public.
No insured person will be liable to make good the losses of others; but in case of fire, the sufferer will be fully indemnified. The Company also make good losses on property burnt by lightning.
Classes of Hazards, and Rates of Annual Premiums for Insurance against Fire.
 No. I. HAZARDS OF THE FIRST CLASS. Brick or Stone buildings, covered with slate, tiles, or metal. Goods hazardous, and not hazardous, contained in such buildings. 62 1-2 cents per 100 dollars per annum, for sums not exceeding 10,000 dollars in one risk.  No. II. HAZARDS OF THE SECOND CLASS. Brick or Stone buildings, covered with wood. Goods hazardous, and not hazardous, contained in such buildings. 93 3-4 cents per 100 dollars per annum, for sums not exceeding 10,000 dollars in one risk.  No. III. HAZARDS OF THE THIRD CLASS. Buildings, the sides of which are part of brick or stone, and part of wood. Goods hazardous, and not hazardous, contained in such buildings. 125 cents per 100 dollars per annum, for sums not exceeding 10,000 dollars in one risk.  No. IV. HAZARDS OF THE FOURTH CLASS. Buildings, the sides of which are entirely of wood. Goods hazardous, and not hazardous, contained in such buildings. 187 1-2 cents per 100 dollars per annum, for sums not exceeding 10,000 dollars in one risk.  Ships in Port, or their Cargoes, Ship Repairing or Building, are insured against Fire. This manner of classing hazards will give a general idea of the rates of insurance, but there will necessarily be an increase of premium in all cases where the local situation, and other circumstances, increase the risk: such as joining, or being contiguous to wooden buildings, or buildings occupied in carrying on hazardous business—distance from water—no engines or firemen in the town or place, &c. &c.—The premiums may also, in some cases, be reduced on wooden buildings in the country, when standing single or detached, or attended with circumstances of peculiar security:—But in all cases, if the sum to be insured on, or in, the same building exceeds 10,000 dollars, an additional premium will be required. Steam Boilers, Tallow Chandlers, Brewers, Maltsters, Bakers, Rope Makers, Sugar Refiners, Distillers, Chemists, Varnish Makers, Stable Keepers, Tavern Keepers, China, Glass, or Earthenware Sellers, Oil and Colourmen, Tallow-Works, Paper Mills, Printing Houses, Coopers, Carpenters, Cabinet Makers, Coach Makers, Boat Builders, Ship Chandlers, Apothecaries, Theatres, Mills and Machinery, and all Manufactories that use Fire Heat, are deemed extra hazardous, and must be particularly described in the policy; and for all such risks an additional premium will be required.
Conditions of Insurance.
 I. All applications for insurance must be made at the office of the company, in writing; and the subject offered for insurance accurately described.  II. If the property offered for insurance is within the district of a surveyor of this company, he will examine and report thereon; but if not within any such district, then the applicant must himself furnish an accurate and just description thereof, viz. of what material each building is constructed; whether detached, or private dwellings, or how otherwise situated; the name of the present occupier; how situated with respect to other buildings. And in the insurance of goods, wares and merchandise, the place where the same are deposited, is to be described; also, whether situated in the open air, or in a building, or in a warehouse, and whether any manufacturer is carried on in the premises, all which to be entered and stated in such manner as the nature of the case may admit. And if any person or persons, who are insured in a policy, who are wiser than they are, or who are the same persons, or any of them, who are insured in a separate policy, or in such description, false or fraudulent, such insurance will be void and of no effect.  III. Goods held in trust, or on commission, are to be described; such otherwise the policy will not extend to cover such property.  IV. Every Policy of Insurance, made by this Company, shall be sealed with its seal, and signed by the President and Secretary; and the reason for whose interest the insurance is made, must be declared and noted therein; nor can any Policy or interest therein, be assigned but by consent of the Company, expressed by endorsement made thereon.  V. No insurance will be considered as made or binding, until the Premium is paid.  VI. Persons insuring property with this Company, and who have already made other insurance on the same property, shall give notice thereof in writing, at the Company's Office, before, or at the time of the execution of the Policy; and persons who, after insuring property with this Company, have insurance made on the same property elsewhere, shall, with all reasonable diligence, notify the same in writing at the Office of the Company, and have the same endorsed on the policy, or otherwise acknowledged in writing; in default whereof, the Policy shall cease, and be of no effect: and in case of loss, each party insuring shall be liable to the payment of a ratable proportion of the loss or damage which may be sustained.  VII. No loss or damage by fire be paid, that may have been made in consequence of any invasion, civil commotion, riot, or military or insured power whatever.  VIII. Books of Accounts, Written Securities, Notes, Bills, Bonds, Deeds, Ready Money, or Bullion, cannot be insured. Pictures, Paints, Medals, or other Curiosities, Paintings and Sculptures, are not included in any insurance, unless such articles are specified in the policy.  IX. All persons insured by this Company, sustaining any loss or damage by fire, are forthwith to give notice to the Company, and as soon after as possible, to deliver in 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, and other proper vouchers, as shall be reasonably required; and shall make oath, whether any and what other insurance is made on the same property; and if it occurs a certificate, under the hand of a magistrate, minister of the gospel, or clergyman, most contiguous to the spot where the loss happened, and not concerned in such loss, certifying the amount of the character and circumstances of the person or persons insured; and do know, or very likely believe, that he, she, or they, really, and by misfortune, and without fraud or evil practice, have sustained by such fire, loss and damage to the amount therein mentioned; and until such affidavits and certificates are produced, the loss shall not be payable:—Also, if there appears any fraud, or 
False swearing, the claimant shall forfeit this claim to restitution or payment, by virtue of his policy.
XI. In case any difference shall arise, touching any loss or damage, it may be submitted to the judgment of Arbitrators, mutually chosen, whose award in writing shall be binding on the parties. And when any loss or damage shall happen, the company shall pay for the same in sixty days after the loss shall have been ascertained and proved, without allowance of discount, fees, or any deduction whatever.
XII. Insurance may be made for seven years, by paying the premium for six years, and for a less number of years than seven, a reasonable discount will be allowed.
The Subscriber being appointed Surveyor for the Eagle Fire Company, upon application, will survey, and value, such buildings, (or property contained therein) upon which insurance may be required. Francis Foster, Church-Street, Norfolk. Feb 13
Genuine Patent and Family Medicines, Celebrated for the cure of most diseases to which the human frame is liable.
Prepared by T. W. DYOTT, M. D. THE CELEBRATED Stomachic Elixir of Health. (Price one dollar and Fifty Cents)
Which has proved by thousands, who have experienced its beneficial effects, to be the most valuable medicine ever offered to the public; for speedily relieving and curing the cramp, pain, and wind in the stomach and bowels, carrying off superfluous bile, removing habitual costiveness, sickness at the stomach, feverish head ache, &c. For the dysentery or flux, cholera morbus, severe gripings, and other disorders of the bowels, and the summer bowel complaint in children, it has proved a certain remedy, and restored to perfect health from the greatest debility. Persons afflicted with pulmonary complaints, or disorders of the breast and lungs, even in the most advanced state, will find immediate relief. Coughs in coughs and colds, which are generally occasioned by obfuscated perspiration, will be found to yield to its benign influence in a few hours. In asthmatic or consumptive complaints, hoarseness, wheezings, shortness of breath, and the hooping cough, it will give immediate relief.
Patent Stomachic Wine Bitters. (Price One Dollar.)
These celebrated and well known Bitters are composed purely of vegetables of the most innocent yet effective virtues, and are particularly recommended for restoring weak constitutions, cleansing and strengthening the stomach, and increasing the appetite; they expel worms in all ages, but from their facility and safety, are a most natural and effective vermifuge, when administered to children; they are gratefully warm, and pungently aromatic; they are extremely serviceable in all fevers, but particularly for the approach of warm weather, when bilious habits experience such total loss of appetite; they are also a certain preventive against those complaints so common in the spring and fall seasons, such as intermittent fevers and agues, long autumnal fevers, dysenteries, &c.
DR. ROBERTSON'S Vegetable Nervous Cordial, OR, Nature's Grand Restorative,
Is confidently recommended as the most efficacious medicine, for the speedy relief and cure of all nervous complaints, impairments of the blood, seminal weakness, and various complaints, resulting from dissipated pleasures, residence in warm climates, the immediate use of tea, the unskilful or excessive use of mercury, and diseases peculiar to females at a certain period of life.
DR. ROBERTSON'S Celebrated Gout & Rheumatic Drops.
A safe and effectual cure for the gout, rheumatism, lumbago, stone and gravel, swellings and weakness of the joints, sprains, bruises, and all kinds of green wounds; the cramp, pains in the head, face and body, stiffness of the neck, chilblains, frozen limbs, &c.
Since the above invaluable medicines were first discovered by Dr. Robertson, upwards of Seven Hundred Thousand Persons have experienced their happy and salutary effects, many of whom from the greatest debility. These Medicines, which by being timely administered, will prevent the progress of many fatal diseases.
The Proprietor wishes to afford every information relative to the efficacy of the above Medicines in a small compass by exhibiting a list of exemplary cures, attested by respectable characters, for the satisfaction and encouragement of the affected:—for which purpose such cures have been selected at different times and been inserted, as might display the alternative power of physics. But as the number of cases are now become so numerous, I am obliged, instead of identifying the particulars, only to print an abstract of several testimonies, referring the reader to peruse the pamphlet, left at the Book-Store of Messrs. BONSAL, CONRAD, & Co. Norfolk. June 9
A BARGAIN OFFERED, In a fine and Valuable FARM, in the County of Princess Anne.
THE Subscriber is disposed to sell his Plantation called LEVEL GREEN, situated in the county of Princess Anne. It contains about 500 acres; and, as it may be advantageously divided into two or three Farms, the subscriber will accommodate a purchaser, in selling either the whole or a part. He will also give a long credit. This tract of Land is certainly the most desirable in the county, lying on the Eastern branch of Elizabeth River, and distant from Norfolk Market only five or six miles by water, and 8 or 9 by land. The soil is excellent, about one half of the tract being cleared Land, and fit for immediate culture; the other heavily timbered with Oak, Pine, Ash, and Hickory.—It has also the advantage of several good landings.—Any one disposed to view the land, and to purchase, may apply, in the absence of the subscriber, to JAMES ROBINSON, or JOHN READ, who reside in the neighbourhood. Tully Robinson. Dec 7.
Just Received, A few bales very fine India Cottons, suitable for Sheetings, Jacksons of superior quality; Bandanna Handkerchiefs, sewing Silks; Russia Sheetings, &c. For Sale by Wood & Hastings. May 3.
THE SUBSCRIBER Wishes to Sell, and will Sell or Rent on moderate terms, That very excellent Wharf and Lot, in the town of Gosport, at present occupied by William Smith; the Wharf, Ware-Houses, and Dwelling-House are all in good repair.
Thirteen Lots in the Town of Suffolk; And the following Property in Norfolk, Two good Fire-Proof Warehouses on the Eastern side of Commerce-Street, Nos. 4 and 6. Two Dwelling-Houses and Lots on Boush-street, in good repair, and very pleasantly situated. Apply to John Granbery. September 14.
153 boxes white Havanna SUGARS, 143 do. brown The Cargo of the Brig Louisiana Packet—For Sale by C. & F. Whittle. In Store.
70,000 wt. St. Domingo COFFEE, 200 boxes Raisins, 120 bales Sea Island and Upland Cotton. May 17.
Green Coffee and Loaf Sugar. 20,000 lb. choice Green COFFEE 8,000 do. first quality Philadelphia Loaf SUGAR. For Sale on reasonable terms by Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co. March 22.
For Sale by the Subscriber, 10,000 weight NAVY BREAD, 6000 do. Ship do. 5000 do. Superfine Pilot do. 105 quarter barrels Crackers. Pilot Bread of superior quality for family use. George Reid. June 9.
NOTICE. The Subscriber desires all persons who have claims against him to present them for settlement, and those who are indebted to him are requested to make immediate payment. John Hamilton. July 3.
FOR SALE, 2 Carriages and 6 excellent HORSES, 2 Shares in the Norfolk Theatre, 1 Pew in the Episcopal Church, 1 Pew in the Presbyterian Church, 1 Household and Kitchen Furniture; 3 Milch Cows, 1 Tract of Land in Wake County, N. C. 640 acres, 1 Tract of Land in Granville County, N. C. 700 acres, A Negro Family, consisting of a valuable Gardener, his wife and three small children. Should the above-mentioned articles not be disposed of in a short time at private sale, they will be Sold at Publick Auction—payment will be taken in Tobacco at the market price, or in Newbern and Cape Fear Bank Notes. For further particulars apply to William H. Thompson. July 3.
FOR RENT, A small but convenient HOUSE, Pleasantly situated on Smith's Point, adjoining Mrs. Bruner's, and lately occupied by Mr. John Newell. It has a large yard, the privilege of an excellent pump, and other conveniences annexed. W. MAXWELL. June 30.
FOR SALE, A very valuable Tract of LAND, Containing eleven hundred acres, situated at the mouth of York River, in Gloucester County, remarkably pleasant and healthy, abounding with the finest fish, oysters, and wild fowl. The soil is well adapted to the culture of corn, small grain, tobacco and cotton; there is about 400 acres cleared and under good fences—the range for stock of all kinds is equal if not superior to any, having a large firm salt marsh attached to it. The timber is fully sufficient for the use of the plantation. The improvements are a good Overseer's House, an excellent Barn, Corn, and Negro Houses. Should have no objection to divide the Land, so as to suit purchasers, provided the whole could be sold—one third of the purchase money will be wanted in cash, the balance will be made easy; a great bargain may be had in the purchase, and the privilege of sowing 130 acres in small grain in the fall, which is now in corn; possession at Christmas next. Any person who may wish to purchase, it is presumed will view the premises, which will be shown by Mr. William Thornton, who resides on the plantation, or the Subscriber, William K. Perrin. Gloucester County, June 24, 1809.
Ten Dollars Reward. RANAWAY from the Subscriber on the 12th of last month, a Negro Lad named ARGYLE; he is light complexion, about 20 years of age, inclined to be tall and well made, wears his hair plastered before; he has several scars about his face, one is recollecting to be on the upper part of his forehead, when his hair is long before it will nearly cover the scar. The Subscriber purchased this lad from Mr. Wilson J. Cary of this place; I am informed that Col. Wilson M. Cary bound this lad to a Mr. Moffit, of Norfolk, to learn the Barber's business, and lived with Mr. Moffit three or four years. I will give the above reward to any person who will deliver him to me, or secure him in any jail so that I get him, besides paying reasonable expenses. Owners and masters of vessels are forewarned from employing the above negro, or carrying him out of this state, as the law will be rigidly enforced against those who may offend. John Coke. Williamsburg, July 6.
THE COMMISSIONERS For Paving the Streets in Norfolk, are desirous to contract for as much clean coarse Sand as shall be necessary for the paving of Market Street; and also for 50 to 100 tons of coarse Gravel. They would prefer the delivery to be upon the spot as the paving progresses, but if this cannot be done, it may be laid upon the wharf nearest to the work. Ready cash will be paid for it as fast as it is delivered. June 26.
Richard Jeffrey & Co. No. 66, Main-street, corner of Bank-Street, have just received from London, per the ship Planter, An assortment of MEDICINES, of the first quality. Also, a few hundred weight refined Salt-Petre, Hartham's Snuff, No. 9, and 37, in 1-2 and 1-4 pound canisters, Violet, Benzoin, Windsor and Shaving Soap, Evan's best Crown Liniments, Tooth Brushes of superior kind, Refined Liquorice, &c. They have on hand, and are in daily expectation of receiving from Amsterdam, all kinds of GLASS WARE, suitable to Apothecaries. MEDICINE CHESTS for ships and family use, with printed directions, put up as usual.
Bills on London, For Sale by J. & W. Southgate. May 8.
VIRGINIA BANK STOCK. WANTED TO PURCHASE. VIRGINIA BANK STOCK, For which Cash will be given. Application to be made to the SECRETARY of the MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY. JOHN GRANBERY, President Office of the Marine Insurance Company of Norfolk, Dec. 14.
NOTICE. THE Partnership of T. & W. A. ARMISTEAD is this day dissolved by consent of parties. The settlement of its concerns devolve on W. A. ARMISTEAD, who is authorized to grant discharges, and on whom all persons having claims against the Firm, are requested to call. January 3.
W. A. Armistead and George Kelly, have entered into Co-partnership. Their business will be conducted under the Firm of ARMISTEAD & KELLY. January 16.
Two Valuable FARMS for Sale. I offer the following Valuable Property for Sale, viz my Farm in Harvey's Neck, and a Tract of Land lying on the N. E. side of Perquimans River, containing 106 acres (directly opposite the Farm), one other Tract containing 206 acres, lying on the S. W. side of said river, about four miles above the Farm, both these tracts are well timbered.
I will also sell the FARM on which I live, and my wharf and Lots in Edenton, with the improvements. The Farm in Harvey's Neck contains 220 acres, 200 of which are cleared, and in a high state of cultivation; in point of fertility of soil, it is not surpassed by any in this part of the state, the soil is well adapted to the cultivation of Wheat and Indian Corn, Wheat in particular, in White Clover grows (almost spontaneously) in the greatest abundance. I have made on this place one feature from 50,000 bush. 320 barrels of Corn; this place is situated on the S. W. bank of Perquimans River, near the mouth of it, a delightful prospect, in an agreeable neighbourhood; on it is a convenient Dwelling-House, with every necessary out-house. The two Tracts on the same river is considered as appendages to this Farm, for the purpose of supplying it with timber, &c.—There is an excellent well of water, and the situation is considered to be as healthy as any in that part of the country; with the Farm may be had from 15 to 20 good ordinary Negroes, 100 head of sheep, 150 head of hogs, 40 or 50 head of cattle, horses, oxen, and all the farming utensils, &c.
The Farm on which I live, contains 300 acres, 200 of which are cleared and under good fence and in prime order, the rest is covered with good timber; the soil is well adapted to the cultivation of wheat and corn, and with very little labour from 30 to 40 acres might be cultivated in Rice to great advantage; it is supposed (and I have no doubt of it) that this place would admit of having one of the best Herring and Shad Fisheries in this state, and could be carried on very extensively at a small expence; the situation is excelled by none, it lies on the bank of Albemarle Sound, being the N. E. point of the bay of Edenton, 4 miles by water and 5 by land from the town; it is an elevated situation and very healthy; there is on the Farm a convenient Dwelling-House and every necessary out-house, a most excellent well of water, a number of choice fruit-trees, and a large garden newly inclosed, which affords the greatest abundance of vegetables of every kind necessary for family use. This Farm is a most desirable situation for a gentleman who wishes to retire with his family on a country seat. With the Farm may be had from 10 to 20 valuable negroes, 75 to 100 head of sheep, 50 head of cattle, 100 to 200 head of hogs, horses, oxen, and every necessary implement of husbandry.
The Wharf and Lots in Edenton is one of the best situations in town for shipping business and a retail store; a large new Ware-House three stories high, stands on the head of the wharf, and several other houses. The property will be shown, and the terms (which will be very moderate) will be known by applying to me. JOHN SKINNER. Mosely's Point, June 4. 1809.
FOR RENT, That large and commodious Three Story Fire Proof House, on Wide Water-Street, at the head of Robey's wharf, lately occupied by Messrs. Noble and Arbuthnot & Co. as a Shipchandlery Store. Apply to Lillias M'Pherson. May 12.
NOTICE. All those having claims against the Estate of JOHN CALVERT, deceased, are hereby requested to bring them in properly attested; and all persons indebted to the same, to make immediate payment to Richard Taylor, Executor. June 19.
Boot and Shoe Manufactory. SAMUEL COLEMAN, Opposite the Market, (westward) has received by captain Lewis, on Monday last from Philadelphia, a large quantity of the best
Boot Legs, Vamps, Tops, &c. that has (probably) ever been in Norfolk.
With the Philadelphia Upper Leather for Boots—the choice of Sole and other Leather here—good workmanship—exact attention—no disappointments—a regular bred foreman—and a tolerable supervisor—He has already furnished and will continue to furnish, better Boots and Shoes and better treatment to customers than has been rendered here by any person in this way; on these conditions only he expects custom.
He has now from Baltimore, &c. three good HANDS for Ladies' Work, and a good flock of KIDS and MOROCCO; all the materials and workmanship shall be good, or an allowance made for that which is not; but the greatly increased price of all the materials, and the high price of labour in this way, will not admit of the Shoes being sold at the price of the run-work, generally offered for sale here.
He is now getting almost all kinds of Boots & Shoes made. The advantage of getting Boots and Shoes made in the place of good materials and workmanship, where the responsibility of the manufacturer is bound, is too obvious not to be seen except by those who have eyes and will not see.
He has on hand a large assortment of Boots, where gentlemen may be fitted at any time, with a certainty of getting such as are good, as he has no run work done, and a large assortment of Shoes of nearly all kinds. His terms are cash only.
A LEASE For the eligible PROPERTY he now occupies is to be disposed of—it has about three and an half years to run. Martin's Double Brand FLOUR, in barrels and half barrels, manufactured solely for family use. July 6.
JOHN PENDREY'S Boot and Shoe Manufactory, No. 70, MAIN-STREET.
The publick are respectfully informed, that he has furnished himself with a quantity of the choicest materials in his line of business, and has in his employ some of the best workmen in the borough, and having been long experienced in the business himself, his future will not be conducted by proxy; he therefore hopes to merit the patronage of the gentlemen of Norfolk and its vicinity, and assures them that no pains shall be wanting on his part to give satisfaction to those who favour him with their commands. N. B. Orders for Double Backs, single do. and Clogs, executed with the greatest despatch. August 1.
NORFOLK PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, Opposite the Exchange Coffee-House, Price Six Dollars yearly, in advance.