Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1805-11-13 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND PUBLICK LEDGER.
VOL. II.]
WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 13, 1805.
[NO. 52.
THIS PAPER IS PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A WEEK; PRICE TO SUBSCRIBERS FIVE DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS PER ANNUM, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE—SINGLE PAPER TWELVE AND ONE HALF CENTS—ADVERTISEMENTS ARE INSERTED AT THE RATE OF FIFTY CENTS FOR THE FIRST, AND TWENTY FIVE CENTS PER SQUARE FOR EACH SUCCEEDING INSERTION.
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, To any Port in Great-Britain or Ireland, Liverpool or Cork, would be preferred, The British Brig PEGGY, Capt. Philip Langlois , burthen about 150 hogheads tobacco. For terms apply to Henry Brunet.
If not applied for immediately, she will take Freight for Jersey or Guernsey. November 11. 2w 264
FOR BOSTON, The Schooner RUTHY, Seth Barnes, Master, Will sail on Friday next—For freight apply to the Master on board at Marsden's wharf, or to Theo. Armistead. November 11. 2* 265
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, The fine new, fast sailing Schooner FAKE, Captain Wm. Worman — Burthen about seven hundred barrels.—A freight to the West Indies, or Charleston, (S. C.) would be preferred. For terms apply to the Master on board, at Gibson's Wharf, or Daniel R. Waddey & Co. November 11. 3 267
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, To New-York, Charleston, (S. C.) or Savannah, The fast sailing Schooner TRIUMPH, Captain A. Fallin — Burthen about six hundred barrels, now in complete order for the reception of a cargo. For terms apply to the Master on board, lying at Maclure's Wharf, or Daniel R. Waddey & Co.
WHO HAVE JUST RECEIVED, PER SAID SCHOONER FROM CHARLESTON, TWENTY TIERCES FRESH RICE, of the first quality—which they offer for sale. November 11. tf 265
FOR SALE, 15 Tierces } Jamaica COFFEE, 52 Barrels } 150 Bags } 100 Pipes London particular and cargo Teneriffe WINE, In Pipes, Hogheads, and Quarter-Casks—and MADEIRA WINE fit for present use. ROBERT DICKSON.
WANTED, A VESSEL, About 150 tons, to load with lumber. November 6. 6t 255
For London, The good ship DUMFRIES, Richard Beard, Master, To sail positively by the 20th inst. can take eighty hogheads tobacco freight, or other goods to that amount, if offered soon, and has elegant accommodations for passengers.—Apply to captain Beard, or Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co.
WHO HAVE IN STORE, 3600 Bushels large Allum SALT, 30 Casks Hibbert's PORTER, &c. November 4. 6t 251
For Bordeaux, (To sail by the 15th inst.) The Brig CATHARINE, Capt. John Chilton .—For passage only, apply to the Master on board, or THOMAS WILLOCK. November 1. 249
For Liverpool, The AMERICAN SHIP ELIZA, Burthen 420 hogheads, now in complete order to receive a cargo, a part of which is already engaged, for the balance apply to the owners. C. & F. WHITTLE.
A parcel of Prime PORK for Sale, November 1. tf 248
FOR LONDON, The Ship SUFFOLK, John Bryant, Master, Having two thirds of her cargo engaged, will sail in all this month. For freight of the balance, or passage, having good accommodations, apply to the captain on board, William Mackenzie, & Co. of Richmond, or John Mackenzie, & Co. November 1. ts 243
For Freight or Charter, The new fast sailing SHIP CALEDONIAN, John Dickson, Master, burthen 356 tons.—For terms apply to WILLIAM DICKSON. November 1. tf 245
FOR A PORT IN FRANCE, The American Brig VIRGINIA, Captain S. Hill . Burthen about 200 hogheads—Having a part of her cargo engaged, the balance will be taken upon a moderate freight, if immediate application is made to John Newell, jun.
WHO HAS FOR SALE, BURR STONES AND PLASTER PARIS, received per said Brig from Cherbourg. October 28. tf 233
FOR FREIGHT OR CHARTER, (To a Port in France,) The fine new Ship, SUSAN, Captain Loring — Burthen 350 hogheads tobacco. Will be ready for the reception of a cargo in ten days. For terms, apply to Captain Loring, or Donaldson, Thorburn & Co.
WHO HAVE THE CARGO OF SAID SHIP FOR SALE, CONSISTING OF ABOUT 5,500 Bushels LIBSON SALT. And some choice Old WINE, in quarter casks. September 6. tf 133
FOR NANTZ, The American Brig ALEXANDER, Captain William Laughton . Burthen about 200 tons.—Two-thirds of her cargo being engaged, will sail by the 25th instant.—For freight of the balance or passage, having good accommodations, apply to the Captain on board, or John Newell, jun. October 11. 196
FOR FREIGHT, OR CHARTER, To a Port in France, The Prussian Brig TWO FRIENDS, Boylau, Master.— Burthen about 200 hogheads tobacco.—For terms apply to the Master on board, or WILLIAM PENNOCK. October 14. 3w 205
MOLASSES. Landing this day, from the Schooner Virginia , Captain Forrester , Gibson's Wharf. For Sale, by Edward Roberts. The said Schooner is offered FOR SALE OR FREIGHT. Burthen 1200 barrels. Also on Hand, A few Tons Chipp Campachy LOGWOOD. St. Domingo and Bay MAHOGANY. Pennington's LOAF SUGAR, in Hogheads and Barrels. October 16. tf 210
FOR RENT, (Possession whereof will be given the 1st of December.) The Three Story Fire-Proof WAREHOUSE on Maxwell's wharf, at present occupied by Mr. Allmand.—A Tenement on Town-Point, conveniently accommodated for the residence of a small family, possession may be had immediately—and the Dwelling-House, Wharf, Warehouse, and Lumber Yard in the town of Portsmouth, in the occupancy of Mr. Jordan Marchant.—The last mentioned property will be disposed of separately or together, and possession delivered on the 1st day of January next. John Nivison. November 11. 3w 263
A FEW BALES OF KENDAL COTTONS, are just received by J. & W. Southgate. ALSO—A FEW CASES OF EXCELLENT MARTINIQUE CORDIALS. November 11. 1* 268
FOR SALE—A-FLOAT, 270 Barrels Superfine FLOUR. James Herron. November 11. 2 270
LIVERPOOL SALT, &c. &c.
FOR SALE, The Cargo of the Ship Jane , William Colley , Master, from Liverpool—consisting of 12,000 Bushels STOVED SALT—Loose and in Sacks. 100 Crates QUEENS WARE—Assorted. 25 Casks NAILS—3d. to 20. 5 Bales BLUE KERSEYS. 3 do. BLUE PLAINS. 2 do. low priced BLUE & BROWN CLOTHS. 10 do. DUFFIL BLANKETS—Assorted. 10 do. ROSE BLANKETS do. 3 do. BLUE DUFFILS. 18 Tons COAL. William Pennock. November 8. tf 261
HUNTER & GATEWOOD, Have received per Ship Jane , Captain Colley , from Liverpool, the balance of their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, Which in addition to their former importation from London, makes their assortment general and complete—it consists of almost every article of useful and fashionable goods too tedious to enumerate, which they offer for sale, at their Store No. 123, Main Street, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms for cash, or short payments. November 8. tf 262
DR. A. D. W. HEGEWISCH, On account of his Family's ill health, intends leaving this State for a few months. November 8. 3* 260
150 Firkins Choice Philadelphia BUTTER. For Sale by James Mawrice & Co. October 23. tf 225
Hibbert's Porter and Brown Stout. Received per the Ship Shepherdess , from London, a further supply of Hibbert's best bottled Porter & Brown Stout. Robert Maitland, & Co. November 6. 6w 256
FOR SALE, A very handsome SADDLE MARE, who goes well in harness—also, a SADDLE HORSE , remarkably easy in all his gaits.—Enquire at the Office of the Ledger. November 6. 2m 257
NEW BEEF. The Subscribers have just received and offer for sale, 100 Barrels NEW BEEF , Boston Inspection. Phinehas Dana, & Co. November 1. tf 247
COW-POX. THOSE persons who wish to avoid catching the Small-Pox which now exists in this Borough, are informed that the subscriber has again succeeded in introducing the Vaccine Infection, and that he now has several arms fit to inoculate from. ** He has returned to his old shop at the lower end of the new market. George Balfour. Nov. 16. tf 326
AN APPRENTICE wanted. November 16. tf 326
FOR RENT, And possession given the 1st January next, or sooner if required. A convenient Dwelling House, with a spacious Garden, in the fields, leading to Smith's Point, at present occupied by Mr. James McKinnell.—For terms, application will be made to William Phyne, & Co. November 6. tf 254
ORIGINAL REMARKS ON THE PRESENT POLITICKS OF EUROPE. FROM BELL'S WEEKLY MESSENGER, September 15.
The certainty of a continental war has given an unusual activity to that numerous herd of politicians, who, in the dearth of their private business have the patriotism to undertake a gratuitous discharge of that of the nation. Every day has produced a new plan for the campaign of the confederate Powers. Amongst these there is one which, having been fully canvassed, has at length been generally approved.
It seems that Russia, leaving her empire defenceless, and withdrawing her armies both from her Turkish and Persian frontier, is to divert her whole force to the side of France, and being joined by Sweden, is to drive the French from Germany. Meantime, the Swiss and Dutch, wearied by the exaction of their French allies, are to rise upon their rear, and Buonaparte, thus caught between two armies, is to pay the full penalty of his crimes, whilst Russia, Sweden, and England, having accomplished the purpose of their war, are to return as they came.
If it be required of this able plan what is to become of Prussia, an answer is at hand. Prussia, persuaded by the arguments of the Allies of the true nature of French ambition, and that it is not her interest to extend her territory, and consolidate her empire, is to remain neutral during the war, and to trust to the honour and moderation of Austria and Russia, that, upon the conclusion, their victorious armies will return peaceably home, and that she will receive more from the gratitude of the Allies, than she could expect from her concurrence of interest with the French emperor. Thus, there will be no obstacle to such a final settlement as may restore Europe to her balanced system, and terminate forever the career of French ambition.
What a fine head!—what pity it is that it should want brains, said the Fox in the fable, to a well carved harber's block. What a fine scheme, may we likewise here exclaim,—what a pity that it should want common sense.
It would appear that this plan is so complete, at least according to modern politics, that nothing further could be added. Yet one folly remained in store which the late week has at length brought forth. It seems that to the usual establishment of heavy ordnance, and the regiments of artillery, a press, and a file of compositors are to be added;—they are to accompany the head quarters, and where all other means fail, to summon the French towns by a vigorous discharge of manifestoes.—The question is to be coolly argued between the French and allied armies; and the limits of allegiance to a new Monarch, and the impossibility of any posterior oath annulling a prior obligation to their lineal kings, is to be strongly insisted upon.—They are to be persuaded by irrepressible arguments that, by adding to the French empire one-third of Europe, Buonaparte has for ever degraded it from the rank of nations, and that by doubling its population and trebling its revenues, he has depopulated and impoverished it beyond recovery.—When their attachment to their emperor is shaken by these arguments, we are to follow up our advantage by reminding them, that Buonaparte is an usurper, and that one of the line of Calet may yet be found amongst the nations of Europe.
We should have thought the folly of a personal war against Buonaparte, unworthy of notice, had it not been adopted by a man, whose acknowledged talents, and ardent defence of the cause of Europe, we cannot choose but venerate.
It is not without surprise that we have read a paper upon this subject, imputed to Gentz.—It is this that we propose to consider.
That we may abstract this question from all extraneous matter, it naturally divides itself under the two heads—the right, and the expediency of such a personal war.
With regard to the right, the answer is not difficult. It results from very simple principles, such as need only be called distinctly before the mind, and the conclusion must be evident.
It is a principle of publick law, that no nation is justified in interposing in the internal government of another, except so far as such interposition may be necessary for her own immediate safety. But the necessity must be evident, that is to say, the danger extreme, imminent, and such could only be avoided by such interposition.
Such were the circumstances of every nation in Europe in the era of the French Revolution. It was, therefore, justly argued, " Mea res agitur paries cum proximus ardet. " The French Revolution was indeed a common nuisance, and such as being pregnant with ruin to every nation in Europe, justified every one in a direct and immediate attack.
The danger was here strictly under the terms of the limitation;—it was extreme, immediate, and such as could not be eluded by any other means. The war, therefore, against such an internal arrangement, was in every point of view necessary, just, and honourable.
But, it is the ambition of Buonaparte less menacing to the safety of Europe than the system of the revolution?
For the sake of the unity of the argument, but for that alone we will grant that it is so. But this concession alone will not justify the personal war. Was the ambition of Louis XVI. less menacing than that of Buonaparte? Yet, what would the eminent Publicists of that age have thought of a war which was made with the object of cutting off Louis, or what is the same thing, directed against the king and not against the nation.
But Louis the Fourteenth was a lawful king, and Buonaparte an usurper—granted; but that Buonaparte is an usurper, is of concern only to the French themselves, and is nothing to us. He is not dangerous to us as an usurper, but as a conqueror. It is his ambition, and not his usurpation, that renders him an object of terror. We have no right, therefore, but what results from that ambition. And this ambition is not to be opposed by a personal war.
The necessary and immediate consequence of a personal war, is the encouragement of a civil war; it is an appeal to the people against their government, and therefore can have no other purpose but that of fomenting a revolt. The mischief of this is so horrible, that the publick law of Europe justly prohibits it, unless under circumstances which could scarcely ever occur.
stances.—Are not the confederate powers equal to meet Buonaparte without exciting civil war.—Why then have recourse to the terrible evils of a civil revolt and the resurrection of anarchy.—It is pregnant with horrors, and unnecessary, and therefore unjustifiable.
There is still another, and more conclusive point of view, which would take the subject out of the general reason, even if that were favourable to the principle of personality.
As far as regards this country, Buonaparte is legalized and acknowledged. The treaty of Amiens acknowledge him as no usurper.—It treated with him as the head of the French government, and therefore identified him with the French people.
Such acknowledgments, or mutual contracts, are among the most effectual of the means of terminating the evils of war.—As such they are respected, and if they cease to be observed, they cease to be anything; their efficacy is gone; they are base coin and will no longer pass current.—One of the securities of peace, one of the checks of war, is lost.—Nor is this the sole evil: the general faith of treaties is injured by this particular violation.
But the treaty of Amiens was entered into only upon the necessity of the case. It was still, however, a treaty. The non-performance of a contract may, indeed, admit the excuse that it was entered into under an invincible force. But this cannot exist between nations. It will not be pretended that it existed at Amiens. The treaty of Amiens, like other treaties, was concluded upon mutual convenience, or mutual necessity. The consent on neither side was forced; it is, therefore, valid on both.
But the present state of war suspends this treaty. War has its limits; quod semel factum infectum reddi non potest —it cannot unsay what has been said.—The acknowledgment of Buonaparte was fundamental, and not the article of one treaty subject to be changed by a succeeding one.—He certainly did not understand us as consenting to acknowledge him quamdiu bene se gesserit ; that is to say, until we had got from Amiens, and chose to disavow him.—It is the nature of such fundamental articles that they set the question at rest.
Not only in the British Parliament was Buonaparte acknowledged, but a judge in a court of justice, and a jury of Englishmen, have pronounced their verdict against a French loyalist, who dared to term this man an usurper, and to insinuate, in a publick paper that he deserved to be treated as one. Buonaparte may appeal to us for his title in our most solemn discussions upon it; he may vouch us to produce the records of our courts, and rest his recognition upon the law of the land.
The conclusion, therefore, of the question of right is briefly this,—that such a personal war is an interposition in the affairs of France, which is not justified by the necessity of the case—that its purpose is to effect that by the greater mischief of a civil war, which is practicable by the less evil of common warfare, and finally, that it is a direct breach of treaty.
Secondly—The question of expediency lies in a still smaller compass. It is in practice impossible, and if by any ingenuity it is really carried into execution must be wholly barren of consequences.
In the first place how is it to be executed?—How and where are these manifestoes to be published to the French people?—In the English and German Gazettes. But how are these libels against the French government to gain admittance and circulation into France? They are to be carried by the armies of the allies—granted; but these armies of the allies will be met at least by the French armies.—Who is to step forward to read the manifesto? Is a Herald to demand a truce between two armies about to engage, until he steps forth in the interval, and with the gravity of a Lord Mayor or provincial justice, reads this Riot Act of a manifesto? "Louis the XVIII, to all his loving subjects, greeting. That unless they disband and surrender their general and ringleader, he will let loose his military, and give the order to fire?" No—but after the victory is gained, what then is to hinder us? Why nothing, except it be common sense. There may be some excuse for your folly before, but now that your end is answered, and the battle is won, there can be none. But who are even then to be your auditors. Will the conquered army stop to hear your sermon of allegiance.—But the towns will be your own.—But where will be the inhabitants?
But the Duke of Brunswick contrived to publish a Manifesto.—No, the French published it for him, and acted it as a farce upon their stage.—So will they do with regard to yours. Shame upon this nonsense. Are we always to be the fools of Coffee-house politicians?
But let it be granted that these manifestoes may find their way to Paris, and be exhibited with due dignity and effect in the Moniteur . What will then be their fruit? Will the common sense of the French people open the gates of their towns to the Russian and Austrian armies as the avant garde of Louis the XVIII?—What security can the Russians and Austrians give of their disinterestedness; what proofs that they will execute their trust?
But let us not assert that these manifestoes will be wholly barren of effect. They will assuredly have one effect—that of collecting every heart in France around the person of their general. He will, in a word, be no longer an Usurper; he will now have become their Hero and their protector against the invaders of their country. The almost extinguished enthusiasm of the French armies will again revive; fidelity to their general, if not loyalty to their prince, will impel them against a foreign foe. The experience of a day, or an hour, will teach this truism to the allies, that a war against a general is a war against his army, and that when you have raised an emulation of fidelity to protect him, you can only reach Napoleon through the breast of his soldiers.
NORFOLK HOTEL.
THE Subscriber informs his friends and the publick, that he has opened an HOTEL in that convenient house formerly the NAVY TAVERN No. 128 Main-Street, where he hopes by his attention, to give satisfaction to those who may favour him with their company.
He will always keep the best liquors: and Private Parties will be furnished with Dinners, Suppers, or Relishes, at the shortest notice.
BOARDERS accommodated by the week, month, or year Henry Benbridge. October 9. tf 170
JUST RECEIVED, From Charleston, and for Sale at this Office, PRICE ONE DOLLAR, A FEW COPIES OF INDEPENDENCE, Comed y, in Five Acts, as performed at the Theatre Charleston, with unbounded applause, By WILLIAM IOOK, Of St. George, Dorchester, South-Carolina. October 4. tf 166

THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIME, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOV. 13, 1805.
The present arrangement of the Mail enables us to issue our Paper at an earlier hour than we have heretofore done. Our ADVERTISING FRIENDS will please to send their advertisements before one o'clock on the days of publication.
By CAPTAIN WALKER's packet we have received Baltimore, and Philadelphia papers of Saturday. We are extremely sorry to perceive the unwelcome intelligence which they contain. The depredations on our commerce, have assumed a more serious and systematic form. Upon this subject we have often given our sentiments, and we now repeat that nothing but force will command respect.
Our readers will notice an article which we copy from the Gazette of the United States. It would, from that appear, that letters have been received from Europe, which assign a cause for the capture of our ships by Spain. We have examined the treaty with Spain, and find the 17th article in conformity to that published, but we do not find any form of a passport annexed to the treaty, as stated in that article. From the best information which we can collect, we are disposed to think that no form was ever annexed to it, and that it was omitted as in the case of the "Role de Equipage" in our treaty with France. We cannot, however, think that Spain is justified in taking the advantage of an omission, in form only. It is our opinion that the spirit of this article is satisfied by the passports or sea-letters, with which our vessels are usually furnished. As other forms have not been adopted, it is presumed that the present has been deemed sufficient. Indeed such a conclusion must be drawn, because Spain has been at war during every administration, and no other document has been required on the part of that country. If Spain attempts to justify her conduct under such miserable pretexts, it will be an addition of meanness to insolence and rapaciousness.
We understand the United States frigate CONGRESS, CAPTAIN DEGAUR, in consequence of orders from the Secretary of the Navy, has returned to Hampton Roads. Orders we are told, are lodged for the other commanders of the United States' ships of war to remain in Hampton Roads, and not to proceed up to Washington as originally intended. It is to be inferred from these circumstances, that there is an expectation that these ships will be wanted for immediate service. The Tunisian Ambassador and his suite proceeded to Washington in a packet.
In our paper of this day will be found some ingenious speculations upon EUROPEAN POLITICKS, by the writers on both sides. Although our wishes may incline towards the views of the writer in the LONDON TIMES, we suspect the solidity of the argument is with the writer in the MESSENGER, copied into the first page of this day's Ledger.
NORFOLK RACES.
First Day—Tuesday November 12—4 mile heats. Mr. Ridley's b. g. Aolus, 4 1 1 Mr. Wilson's s. g. Bumper, 1 2 2 Mr. Dixon's b. h. Doctor, 2 3 dr. Mr. Maclin's g. m. Hope, 5 dis. 1st heat, 8 10—2nd do. 8 9—3rd do. 8 18. Before starting, Bumper and Hope, the favourites, even betting between them. After the first heat, 3 to 2 and 2 to 1, Bumper against the field. After the second heat, 10 to 4 on Aolus.
SPANISH TREATY.—In compliance with the promise in our last, we subjoin the 17th article of the "Treaty of Amity, Limits and Navigation," between the king of Spain and the United States, ratified at San Lorenzo el Real, the 27th of October, 1795. It is in the following words:
"Art. XVII. To the end that all manner of dissensions and quarrels may be avoided and prevented on the one side and the other, it is agreed that in case either of the parties hereto should be engaged in a war, the ships and vessels belonging to the subjects or people of either party must be furnished with sea letters or passports expressing the name, property and bulk of the ship, as also, the name and place of habitation of the master or commander of said ship, that it may appear thereby that the ship really and truly belongs to the subjects of one of the parties, which passports shall be made out and granted according to the form annexed to this treaty. They shall likewise be recalled every year; that is, if the ship happens to return home within the space of a year. It is likewise agreed that such ships being laden, are to be provided not only with passports as above mentioned, but also with certificates containing the several particulars of the cargo, the place whence the ship sailed, that so it may be known whether any forbidden or contraband goods be on board the same; which certificates shall be made out by the officers of the place from whence the ship sailed, in the accustomed form; and if any one shall think it fit or advisable to express in the said certificates the persons to whom the goods on board belong, he may freely do so; without which requisites they may be sent to the ports of the other contracting party, and adjudged by the competent tribunal, according to what is above set forth, that all the circumstances of this omission having been well examined, they shall be adjudged to be legal prizes, unless they shall give legal satisfaction of their property by testimony entirely equivalent."
By this article it appears that it became the duty of our government, as soon as Spain was known to be involved in war, to give information to the merchants, of the conditions upon which commerce with the enemies of that government might be safely carried on, and to furnish the officers of the customs in the respective ports with the forms of the passports and certificates stipulated in the treaty, and to make it publicly known that without these documents every vessel falling in with a Spanish cruiser, would be liable to capture and confiscation as legal prizes. Instead of this our administration have been looking on, apparently indifferent spectators, and seeing vessel after vessel seized and confiscated, and the first information which our merchants get of the cause of these captures is from the other side of the water; and behold it turns out, that from mere ac-
fect in our government those vessels are all lawful prizes, by express stipulation of treaty.—Under these circumstances, our merchants would do well to risk no more property within reach of the Spanish cruisers, until government shall see fit to furnish the requisite passports.
What will the flatterers of the administration say now, when it appears that all the indignation which has been expressed against the conduct of Spain, ought to be directed against our government, and that all the losses, which are so severely felt, have been a wanton sacrifice, either by the ignorance or the indifference of those who are richly paid for protecting our rights, and who are solemnly sworn to perform the duties imposed upon them by the constitution and the laws?—U. S. Gaz.
SPEECH
OF THE GOVERNOR OF VERMONT TO THE LEGISLATURE OF THAT STATE. Gentlemen of the Council, and Gentlemen of the House of Representatives,
It gives me great satisfaction to meet the Representatives of the people, and concur with them in fulfilling the Legislative duties, and discharging the important trusts, which our constituents have assigned to us: and this satisfaction is not a little heightened by contemplating on the general happiness and prosperity of our nation and government. While the fairest part of Europe continues to be the scene of dreadful preparation for war, and is menaced on all sides with those miseries which flow from the greatest of all human calamities, we are pursuing with peaceful industry, those objects which constitute the strength, security, and glory of a wise and free people. Agriculture flourishes, and a genial soil and climate reward with abundance, the labours of that useful and respectable class of our fellow citizens, the farmer and husbandman. The increase of commerce enhances the value of productive labour, and the produce of the land. Manufactures daily improve; and the United States present to the world, a fair specimen of the fruits of a mild and free government.
It cannot but add to our joy, that the measures adopted by our general government, for chastising the insolence, and repelling the injustice of the infidels of one of the Barbary states, have been attended with success. By the blessing of Divine Providence, on the good conduct of our forces in the Mediterranean, seconded by the enterprise, talents, and heroism of Gen. EATON, our citizens have been released from captivity; Tripoli is humbled, and those barbarians who have extorted an unwilling tribute from the most potent monarchs in Europe, are taught that America is no less irresistible in arms, than just and conciliatory in peace.
The business that will engage your attention, the present session, relates principally to the internal affairs of the state; the election of the civil officers of government; the necessary alterations of existing laws and ordinances; the encouragement of schools and other seminaries of learning; the improvement of our militia establishment; and whatever can promote the interests of agriculture, manufactures, public and private tranquility and happiness.
The selection of those officers, on whose judgment, virtue and impartiality, all that has relation to life, liberty and property, may depend, is a weighty and serious transaction. Instead of being a matter of intrigue, party, or selfish policy, it ought to be conducted with all the calmness of wisdom, and disinterestedness of virtue. You will, I have no doubt, meet this part of your duty with a fixed purpose of regarding only the public good, and promoting the honour and welfare of the state.
Of the laws now in force, that may require amendment, I particularly invite your attention to that which authorises the supreme court to grant Bills of Divorce. One of the necessary qualities and conditions that constitute a good law is, that it be adequate to its end, and shall prevent the evil against which it is directed. As the existing law on the subject of divorce, dissolves the bands of matrimony, on the real or implied criminality of either party, it is justly to be apprehended, indeed, experience has proved the fact, that it includes a temptation to commit the offence, for the sake of the separation. Marriage being, of all human institutions, that, in which society is most interested, I have no doubt the Legislature will give it an attention commensurate with its moral and political consequence; and duly consider that as families are the elementary forms of society, their distinct connection ought not to be dissolved on slight grounds, nor the dissolute furnished with an opportunity to free himself from restraint, by the commission of a crime.
The business, particularly entrusted to me, by the Legislature, at their last session, relative to the boundary line, between this state and the province of Canada, has been strictly attended to; and will be the subject of a future message.
I have the honour to lay before you, certain resolutions of the Legislatures of Kentucky, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Massachusetts, transmitted by their respective governors, to receive your concurrence and adoption. The amendment to the constitution of the United States, proposed by the states of Kentucky and Pennsylvania, which has for its object the abridgement of the judiciary power of the courts of the United States, and to confine their jurisdiction to certain cases therein mentioned, will necessarily attract your most serious and careful consideration. Whatever may have a tendency to weaken any part of the conventional obligation of the confederate states, or diminish that expectation of an impartial administration of justice, which maintains an unsuspicious intercourse between the citizens of the different states, and on which mutual confidence and credit are founded; whatever can open a door for the admission of jealousy and distrust, will, certainly, not be adopted by you, without the most urgent and indispensable necessity.
The amendment proposed by North Carolina, and adopted by Massachusetts, for putting a stop to the importation of slaves, into the United States, will, likewise, call for your legislative decision. It cannot, I flatter myself, be necessary that I should impress on your minds, that the "Genius of universal emancipation," ought to be cherished by Americans; that there is no complexion incompatible with freedom; and that we owe to the character of our country, in the abstract, and the laws of humanity, our best endeavours to repress that impious and immoral traffic. It cannot be too often repeated, that union and moderation are the principal constituents of national safety and happiness. Although you may have left in your respective towns, many individuals heated with political zeal, and in the eagerness of emulation, contending merely for preeminence, I trust this deliberative body will be influenced by a candid, tolerant spirit, which will justly command the affection of the wise and good, and the approbation of your constituents.
In every attempt of this kind, I shall be happy to co-operate with you, and as far as in me lies, render that assistance which the constitution has made part of my official duty.
ISAAC TICHENOR.
IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY 14th October, 1805. The Committee appointed to draft an answer to the Governor's speech, delivered at the opening of the present session of the Legislature, report as follows—
LEWIS R. MORRIS, for Committee.
SIR.—The satisfaction which your excellency has been pleased to express at again meeting the representatives of the people, for the purpose of discharg-
ing those most important trusts assigned to us by our constituents, is most cordially reciprocated by us in this opportunity we have of meeting with your excellency to devise such measures as shall be most conducive to the order, happiness and prosperity of the state.
While we with painful sensations contemplate the situation of our fellow creatures in Europe, who are groaning beneath the burthens of usurpation, tyranny, and the scourge of war, we are happy that the United States of America present a pleasing and glorious contrast to this melancholy picture—That here our nation enjoys peace and freedom—that the industry of the labourer is rewarded, and the rights of all protected—that the object of our national government is the good and happiness of the people, the prosperity of the husbandman, the mechanick and the merchant. We join with your excellency in your felicitations on the glorious success which has, by the assistance of Divine Providence, attended the measures of our general government, in humbling the haughty despot of Tripoli, in compelling him to submit to justice on our terms, and in wresting from cruel bondage our brave but unfortunate fellow-citizens. With the greatest pride and satisfaction we join with your excellency in presenting our countryman, the meritorious gen. EATON, the meed of praise most justly due to his conduct as a chief, and his valour as a hero; and we esteem it as the greatest glory to our infant country, that it has exhibited an example to the most ancient governments and powerful monarchs on earth, of chastising the insolence and presumption of those petty tyrants of Barbary.
The internal concerns of the state, the necessary alterations of laws relating to schools, and other seminaries of learning, to the militia establishment, to the interests of agriculture and manufactures, and the individual interests and rights of our fellow-citizens, shall receive all that attention which the importance of those subjects require, and which your excellency has been pleased to recommend.
In selecting the county and state officers for the ensuing year, we will endeavour that your Excellency shall not regret the confidence in this house you have expressed; but we hope with you that intrigue, party and selfish policy, will have no influence in our deliberations; but that we shall search for those men who in an eminent degree, possess ability, publick and private virtue.
The law regulating divorces, which your excellency has recommended to our consideration, shall receive that deliberate investigation, which the subject requires.
The several resolutions of the states of Kentucky, Pennsylvania, North-Carolina, and Massachusetts, merit our mature consideration. In amending the constitution of the United States, we ought to keep a constant eye to those great principles of policy and union which dictated its original formation; and while we view that invaluable instrument as the result of wisdom and patriotism, we are not forbidden to remember that the wisdom and patriotism were the wisdom and patriotism of Americans—and that not the form only, but the principles upon which it was built, are preserved in the sentiments of our countrymen.
The amendment proposed by North-Carolina, and adopted by Massachusetts, for putting a stop to the importation of slaves into the United States, shall be duly attended to. Universal freedom is one of those fundamental principles of our political institutions, which are engraven on the mind, and live in the affections of every true American—and although our country is already infested with slavery, the toleration of which might seem to contravene the general system of our policy, we trust that the humanity and justice of our country will prevent the increase of this deprecated evil, and arrest as soon as possible that execrable traffick in human flesh.
We have the pleasure to agree with your excellency in the sentiment, that union and moderation are very essential to constitute national safety and happiness. And it gives us peculiar satisfaction to observe, that as calm enquiry has progressed, the unanimity of our fellow-citizens is increasing in those principles of republicanism which directed our forefathers in laying the basis of our freedom, and affords us a pleasing assurance of the duration of our liberties, and the preservation of our government.
AGRICULTURAL.
To the Philadelphia county society for the promotion of agriculture and domestic manufactures.
Having been informed of the advantage of using the tops of Indian corn, cut as rye-straw to be mixed with potatoes, shorts, or meal, as a food for horses or cattle, I have been making the experiment during the present winter—I find that my cattle thrive better on this fodder than on rye-straw. The cornstalks certainly contain a great quantity of saline substance, and therefore must be highly nutritive. Being cut and sealed with a small quantity of bran, they afford an excellent mess for milch cows. In the common way of foddering cattle with corn tops, the blades are greedily eaten, but the stalks are wasted. By adopting the plan recommended, the whole affords a nutritive food.
I am, Gentlemen, With great respect, yours, &c. GEO: LOGAN.
Stenton, Feb. 6, 1791.
To preserve pompions, or pumkins, thro' the winter and spring.
When taken from the vine, open them and throw away the soft contents, which are found in their inside. Then cut them into small pieces, and dry them in the sun, or in an oven. Preserve them in a dry place—they may be either pounded or boiled before they are used.
Prepared in this manner, they make a cheap and excellent food for cattle, horses and hogs. Many thousand pounds might be saved in grain to our farmers, and to our country, by the general use of this wholesome and nourishing food for domestick animals. They afford more nourishment than the potatoe or scarcity root; they are cultivated with less trouble, and yield a much larger increase from the same labour.
From the Washington Federalist.
MR. RIND,
There is a strong desire in most men "to stick to their old practices to the last extremity," that it has ever been a very difficult task to make innovations among them, however great the advantages resulting from these might be. Hence it has been in vain that the bosoms of philanthropists have so often burned with desire to benefit all mankind. Aware of this, I cannot expect that the agriculturalists will immediately attend to manuring their lands with finely powdered pit coal. But to hasten the introduction of this article into general use, I offer the following statement, which will show how much cheaper it is than Plaster of Paris.
The coal in lumps may be purchased during the summer season at 20 cts. per bushel. From experiments made on a small scale, I find, that about 16 bushels of the coal and lumps, will make 24 bushels when powdered. The price of this will of course be 4 cts. 20 cts. One ton of good Plaster of Paris costs 8 dollars, and for this ton the miller gives 24 bushels in powder. Supposing that the coal costs 4 dollars, the difference in the expense of these articles is of great consequence to farmers—independently of the superior power of coal in quickening vegetation and the greater ease with which it can be procured and powdered.
That coal has a very great influence on vegetation, may be inferred—not only from the experiments, I published in your last paper, but from other circumstances. Every one knows that animal matter, affords to animals more nourishment than any other substance. Mineral coal is but little more than common charcoal rendered more compact—and charcoal being the chief constituent of most plants, we are naturally led to conclude, that when applied to vegetables, it would yield great support. We have positive proof that vegetables have a great tendency to unite with charcoal. Ingenhouz and Priestly, were formerly disputing about their pretensions to the honour of having discovered that vegetables throw out, or expire that pure, or vital air which animals take in or inspire. Before the warmth of their dispute had quite subsided, Professor Woodhouse of Philadelphia, discovered that plants did not expire this pure air! He found by well conducted experiments, that the pure air around plants proceeded from the decomposition of fixed air, which is composed of charcoal and pure air. This decomposition was effected by the vegetables attracting the charcoal and uniting with it, thereby leaving behind the disengaged vital air.
As upwards of two-thirds of vegetable bodies are charcoal, and since vegetables have the power to decompose an air to unite with its charcoal, can we be surprised on finding when the coal is in a state of purity, and its cohesion destroyed, as in pulverized pit-coal, that it unites more readily with plants. Nay it would be astonishing were not heavy pit-coal the most valuable manure—better than the light common charcoal—and were not this charcoal better than ashes in expediting vegetation.
Whether coal acts also mechanically—and whether it is useful by blackening the soil, so as to make it give up more heat during the sun shine—must be ascertained by future investigation—as well as what kinds of plants the coal is best adapted to.
THOMAS EWELL.
NEW-YORK, November 6.
Captain Beresford of the Cambrian, having given permission for all impressed seamen on board his ship to write to their friends, letters are now brought up by the return of every boat which goes to that vessel with supplies. Capt. B. having declared that he has no wish to detain a single American, and will, as soon as their citizenship is proved, deliver them up.
[N. Y. Gazette.]
BALTIMORE, Nov. 7.
To the Editor of the Telegraph.
SIR. The time appointed for my execution being near at hand, before my departure I wish to return my most grateful acknowledgments to the citizens of Baltimore, for their joint petitions and efforts to save my life—The humanity they have manifested to a stranger, a prisoner, and poor condemned criminal, may evince the world of their noble principles: and may God the only judge of the universe, reward them for their humanity.
Those of the Clergy of different professions and number of professors also, I humbly thank for their visits, prayers, and solicitude for my eternal salvation, I hope the God they serve, will amply reward them at the great day of retribution for all the pains they have taken. As their general meeting in different churches is on this day, to return their thanks to God for his mercies in preventing the fever from raging in this city, and as it appears to be the last time they may ever have an opportunity of remembering the stranger that is within their gates, I would fain request the prayers of every church, that God may receive my soul, that must the day following, be launched into eternity.
The dying, O. WILLIAMS. Alias J. W. THOMPSON.
November 9.
Yesterday about the hour of twelve, Obediah Williams, alias J. W. Thompson, was brought out for execution, pursuant to sentence: when under the gallows, the welcome news of a commutation was presented to the sheriff, by Ninian Pinkney, Esq. altering that of death to servitude at hard labour for fifteen years.
COMMUNICATION.
Yesterday about the hour of twelve, the most solemn and interesting scene ever before exhibited to so large a concourse of people, took place in the goal yard of this city, in the case of the unfortunate O. Williams.
When after sentence of Death, being by the laws of this country passed on him, and when even hope had lost her influence as to earthly transactions, the mercy of his God and Saviour brought to him the means of salvation when under the gallows. Pause reader, and ask yourself what can be more interesting? a man condemned by earthly power to be launched at once into a never fading eternity, rescued from the gripe of mortal man, and time afforded him through the mercy of God to repent of crimes heretofore committed.
What being will not feel, what heart is not warmed when mercy is thus showered down, when the culprit having offended in a degree so discordant with justice, yet those feelings due from man to man is rescued from an earthly punishment and placed in a situation where repentance will ensure him eternal happiness.
LONDON, September 10.
THE PLAN AND OBJECT OF THE ALLIES, IN THE WAR AGAINST FRANCE.
Soon after the commencement of the present war, and when it was believed that other Powers were likely to take a part in it, we gave an opinion respecting the principles upon which it ought to be conducted. That opinion was founded on an intimate knowledge of the different parties in France, and of the sentiments which were prevalent in the minds of the people; and we have as yet seen no reason to retract it.
On this subject, we perceive a kind of controversy has lately taken place among our contemporary Journalists; some of the ministerial editors asserting that the war should be carried on personally against the Usurper of France, and professedly for the restoration of the house of Bourbon: while those on the side of opposition contend, that the war should be against the nation, the people of France, with no reservation, no specific condition, as the basis of peace. Our opinion coincides exactly with neither.
We certainly have recommended, that the causes of the war, and the principles on which it is to be conducted, should be strictly ascertained and defined; but the restoration of the Bourbons ought not so much as to be mentioned, nor any manifestation be made of a disposition to impose a government on the French nation.
Though we know not whether, amidst the mad fervour of revolutionary principles, it would have been of much avail, yet, certainly, the want of concert in the views of the allies in the last war, and the different grounds and principles assigned for it, were injurious to the cause. We know, that even the Royalists themselves entertained apprehensions for the dismemberment of France; and, with the melancholy example of Poland before their eyes, even the zeal of these honourable men was chilled, for want of an explicit avowal of the real objects of the combined powers. Why this was not made, we

cannot say; but, certainly, there is no cause at present existing, why it should not be done to the full satisfaction of the patriots (if such there be) of France, and especially, considering the upright views of the monarchs concerned.
Almost every war is personal more or less. We carried on war formerly against the rapacious ambition and cruel bigotry of Louis XIV. and since that, against the dangerous aggrandizement of the house of Bourbon. The present war is certainly of a personal nature; for the aggressions of Buonaparte himself are the causes which are assigned for it. There are other reasons peculiar to the present case. Buonaparte is certainly an usurper, who, by force alone, has seized on the supreme authority. He is a person of low birth, and whose character, whatever awe it may inspire, generates no love or affection. There must, therefore, be many who envy his success, and many who disapprove of the means of his elevation. To make a distinction, therefore, between the tyrant and the people at large, would surely be highly agreeable to persons of such a description, and would afford them a handle to work on the feelings and prejudice of others. Among other things which the confederated powers ought to profess, it is absolutely necessary that they should promise, that the occupiers of what were called national lands, should not be disturbed in their possession; but that if any individuals should appear, whose property had been wrongfully wrested from them, they would leave it to the states-general, or other lawful authority of the nation, and recommend it to them to make some provision, without employing the harsh measure of taking the property by force of any, who should be proved lawful purchasers.
This mode of quieting the minds of those who have acquired part of what has been called national property, is essential to the success of any measure which has for its object the overthrow of the Usurper, for we cannot find any party but this which is firmly attached to him; and that for the obvious reason, that they are afraid of suffering by the counter-revolution. Many ways may be devised for remunerating those who have been sufferers by the revolution, without disturbing the order in which property is at present established in France; but this subject is foreign to the present discussion.
There are still three parties which exist in France, though their zeal is smothered for the present. The royalists, who are attached to the antient family and regimen; the republicans, who are now so far convinced of the impracticability of their theories, that they would be glad to embrace any thing like a free government; and the Jacobins, who are the desperate and disaffected, and who would be ready to join in any plot or revolution. To these we may add the immediate adherents and supporters of Buonaparte, who chiefly consist of those enjoying place and emolument under his government. Neither of the two first classes can be imagined to be very favourably disposed to the usurper. They include many, however, who are speculative, rather than active royalists or republicans; many peaceable persons, who, sick and wearied of revolutionary horrors, would, though in their hearts preferring a different government—
"Rather bear those ills they have,
"Than fly to others, which they know not of."
If, however, these men would not be active opposers of Buonaparte's government, we may yet suppose reasonably, that they are not likely to be very strenuous supporters of it. The other more active royalists and republicans would certainly contribute all the aid in their power to the downfall of the Usurper, but would not do so if they apprehended anything like the dismemberment of France to be in agitation. These, therefore, it would be necessary to convince, by a very explicit declaration, when we might rest assured, that if not positively for us, they would not act against us. We have great reason to believe that the republicans would now unite with the royalists in restoring the Bourbon family, under a limited form of government; but this ought to be their own free act, and not a matter of condition or of force, as we shall hereafter make appear. The Jacobins, from personal motives of revenge, &c. would, we have little doubt, contribute all in their power to the ruin of the present tyrant; and we know, that many who seem at this moment to enjoy his confidence, would rejoice in his overthrow.
If the lukewarm be included, of the different parties we have mentioned, the royalists are the most numerous; the next in number we apprehend to be the party of the usurper himself; the third in order the republicans, and the Jacobins are certainly the fewest, though perhaps the most formidable, because the most desperate. All the three parties who may be supposed hostile to the usurping emperor, it would be desirable to conciliate, or at least to disarm; this might, we conceive, be in a great measure effected by a fair, unequivocal, and liberal declaration from the confederated powers, of their views and objects in entering into the war. We know what a terrible engine the press was in the hands of the French revolutionists, and that their principles, disseminated in manifestos and hand-bills among their antagonists, conquered, perhaps, more than their armies.
In established and legitimate Governments, the Government and the Nation are one. Though monarchically be an office, yet, in most cases, it is an hereditary office, and the heirs, according to the law of the land, have a rightful claim on the succession. Buonaparte has no claim of right upon the Throne of France. The fairest claim he could set up would be, the will of the people: but that will may alter; and if the people of France were successfully to resist, and expel him, would any person brood the transaction with the name of treason or rebellion? As well might they apply this term to the expulsion of the Girondists, the forcible degradation of the Directory, or even to the fall of Robespierre, all of whom acquired the sovereignty more by the will of the people than Buonaparte; for he occupied it by force alone; and he who seizes an office by force, may legally be expelled by force. We affirm, therefore, that the people of France stand in a different predicament from any other people in Europe. They have separate interests, and separate rights, from the person who calls himself their head, and who rules by no one legitimate principle of sovereignty. These separate interests they must see and feel; and they are not unlikely to act upon them, for they have done so lately in more instances than one, and are become accustomed to changes of Government.
But if even the mass of the nation were to continue attached to the authority of the Usurper, still if a third, or even a smaller party were likely to be well affected to a change, ought they to be left in the dark, with respect to what is to be their fate, should they successfully co-operate in overthrowing the tyrant? It is difficult to conquer a nation, and hardly any such conquest stands upon record, where there was not a division among the people. "Achilles's wrath," that is, discord among the chiefs and their followers, is still the "direful spring" of defeat and dismay. But the word conquest instead of being named, ought to be distinctly disclaimed in the present contest. The people of France ought to be told, that the powers of Europe are fighting their battles, not their own; that they have taken up arms, not to dismember the territory, not to commit violences, not to levy contributions, but restore them to their rights, privileges, and liberties; to put it in their power, peaceably, to frame, without being disturbed or betrayed by faction, a government for themselves.
The mainness of republican theories is now done away; and if the States General, or the principal people of France, were assembled in a convention (not such as that of 1792, but such as sat in England at the time of our glorious Revolution), we have not a doubt but a form of government, likely to promote the prosperity and happiness of the people, would be determined on. The noble and generous characters of those young and magnanimous princes who have now joined the confederacy, would be a powerful additional guarantee to the French nation, that nothing hostile to their interests was intended. Surely, then, such a measure, if not strong enough to raise up a party in France, would at least serve to repress the energy of the nation; and when we remember, that the vigour and enthusiasm of the republican armies effected more than the numbers of their force, we cannot consider this relaxation of their ardour a light or trivial object. Times.
CONTINENT OF EUROPE.
TURKEY.
Frontiers, August 8. —It is said that a plot was formed against the life of the Grand Signior, which was to have been executed at Constantinople, but which was discovered by the Russian ambassador Italinsky. It is added, that all the conspirators have been punished with death. Yet there are persons who think that these reports are designedly propagated by the Russians, who are the most anxious to lessen thereby the distrust entertained of them by the Turks.
Extract from the Gazette of Frankfort, of the 18th of August. Upon the note published by M. Novosiltzoff, previous to his departure from Berlin.
"The arrival of M. Novosiltzoff at Berlin excited considerable interest throughout Europe. The journey will be considered in history as little better than a serious comedy, with a farcical conclusion. The note which the minister presented, by way of apology for the suddenness of his departure, is even a greater object of curiosity than the levity of his proceedings; and, if it were allowed to indulge in pleasantly upon a subject involving the happiness of mankind, many instances could be pointed out, in the conduct of M. Novosiltzoff, which prove that he was qualified to perform the part of an arrant excombro."
"He announced himself as the bearer of a pacific mediation, and the publick journals rang for six months with reports of his journey. He at last presented himself as commissioned to open a negotiation; all the world applauded this happy disposition; France received it with ecstasy; the passports which he requested for France were without any previous explanation sent to him; and, at the moment that the hopes of Europe were highest, M. Novosiltzoff, without having made any overture, without having mentioned a single proposition, without having even demanded a conference, suddenly quits Berlin, declaring that he is no longer authorised to negotiate. He does more (and this confession enables us to judge of the sincerity of his mission)—he declares that he is not authorised to negotiate either with the Emperor of the French or with the King of Italy, or with the actual sovereign of Genoa, but with the head of the French government. We really know not now to call this diplomatick reserve. Without doubt, if his excellency had been satisfied of the complete submission of the Emperor of the French to the absolute commands of Russia, he would feel himself authorised to grant him a title which Europe has acknowledged, and which needs no farther confirmation. The reservation in the note of M. Novosiltzoff does not, nevertheless, appear the less imprudent to all impartial and candid persons; it certainly will have no influence upon the determination of the Emperor Napoleon, who is not a man to sacrifice things to words, and who weighs proceedings according to their due estimate. The illustrious Emperor of the French well knows that a century is not yet elapsed since one of his august predecessors refused to give the Autocrat of Russia the title of majesty, and would only allow him that of highness; but, as he wishes for peace, he will not argue with the emperor Alexander upon this historical proof of the newness of his family. Napoleon judges of men by their personal merit, and judges of sovereigns only by the importance of their states. It is not the less surprising that a monarch, animated, according to the declaration of M. Novosiltzoff, by so sincere a wish for peace, should begin by calling in question the principles by which social order and the tranquillity of states are protected. The political confusion which prevailed in France appeared, for a long time the only reasonable cause which could obstruct the pacific intentions of powers, and furnish an excuse for their uneasiness and coolness: they could wish for nothing more conducive to their vital interests than to treat with a government analogous to their own, which should at the same time assume the majesty of regular authority and acquire all its solidity. By what extravagance has the Russian cabinet, losing sight of this principle, involved itself in that ambiguity of expression, in that confusion of qualifications? There must be then in the views of Russia an interest paramount to the general interest of Europe."
"What could have been the real obstacle to the negotiation? Was it the nomination of the emperor Napoleon to the sovereignty of Italy? But he previously governed it under another title. The title of king cannot be offensive to princes, more than that of president of a republick. Was it the union of Genoa? Genoa was already under the natural protection of France; the treaty of Luneville left it perfect liberty respecting the choice and form of its government; and besides, the interest, the free will of two nations, which unite with each other, are above all treaties."
"In reading the observations of M. Novosiltzoff, upon the temporary changes which have conditionally taken place in Italy (changes which have added nothing to the continental strength, which have in no degree altered the situation of France), one finds difficulty in believing that they should proceed from a court whose power has assumed a political form so different, and aggrandised itself so prodigiously; which seems to have revived the ancient influence of Turkey to add to its own; which advances with a rapid and steady pace equally in the Asiatic and European provinces of that tottering empire; which has openly put itself in possession of its commercial and political advantages, and to which, to become the absolute master of it, nothing is wanting but to erect the Russian Eagles upon the mosques of Constantinople. The style of this note appeared no less extraordinary than its substance. It is easy to discover, in its exaggerated complaints against the power of France, the seal of England, anxious to wrest from her a naval port, and dispute with her the liberty of the seas; who thinks that she can no longer preserve her tyrannical power but by rekindling war upon the continent. This extraordinary style is not suited to an independent state. Great surprise was particularly excited that the negotiator should dwell so carefully upon the efforts and the sacrifices of England for the general tranquillity. Such an apology would have appeared, in the mouth of any person but M. Novosiltzoff, as the most bitter sarcasm upon the breach of the treaty of Amiens—upon the massacre on board the Spanish frigates—upon the plots and the corruptions which England continues to maintain on the continent, for the purpose of renewing war and revolution."
"Some awkwardness, therefore, was discovered
in the note of M. Novosiltzoff. We are justified in suspecting that, under the guise of an ambassador, he was, in fact, only the emissary of a faction; and it is thought that the personal opinion of the monarch went for nothing in this pretended mediation, in which courtesy and good sense were so far lost sight of, that a mission, the object of which was a negotiation for peace, began with an insult to the august person to whom it was addressed."
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Sch'r Liberty, Lewis, 8 days from Philadelphia. Sch'r Margaret Tingey, English, 8 days from Boston. Sch'r Richmond, Hand, 6 days from Philadelphia. Sch'r Columbia, Mandeville, from Port Antonio to this port, was sent into Montego Bay on the 21st of Sept. having been captured by a French privateer, and recaptured by his Britannick majesty's sloop of war Raccoon.
Baltimore, Nov. 8.
Arrived, schooner Mary, Peterson, 39 days from Saint Jago-de-Cuba—Off Cape-Maize was boarded by an English frigate that had in possession a New-York schooner, loaded with naval stores, the officer said she was bound to Porto Rico. Off Cumberland harbour, was boarded by another frigate and treated politely. Passed in the Bay a ship, they took to be the Hannah, Warner, and a sch'r the Martha and Mary.
Also arrived, pilot boat Ariel, from about 14 leagues distant from Cape Henry. She boarded the Bremen barque Eolus, Hendrickson, out 100 days from Varrel bound to Baltimore, and took from on board the captain, crew, and passengers of the ship Atalanta, Tucker, from Amsterdam for Baltimore, that had been driven off the coast, and sprung a leak which gained upon them so fast that it baffled every exertion to keep her free, and they were obliged to abandon her. She had 7 feet water in the hold when they left her, and think she must have gone down the same night. The Ariel boarded and put a pilot on board of the ship Restitution, Derby, from St. Petersburg, for Baltimore. Passed 8 or 10 sail of square rigged vessels, and some schooners, in the bay bound up, but did not speak them. The weather has been very boisterous on the coast for some days since.
Also, sch'r Patriot, Smyth, 16 days from St. John's Porto Rico—Left there, prize ship Patty, for Philadelphia; brig Rover, Baker, for do. in 20 days; sch'r Minerva, Nelson, of Baltimore for Maraguaya, 5; brig Polly, of Boston, bound to Barbadoes, with horses and provisions (brought in by a Spanish privateer, the principal part of the cargo sold); sch'r Mary-Ann, Anthony, from Boston for Martinique, with mules, provisions, &c. (brought in by a Spanish privateer, all the perishable part of the cargo sold)—two other American vessels had been carried into Maraguaya, names unknown—The Spanish privateers say they have instructions to capture all vessels bound to or coming from enemies' ports—Sailed in company with ship Perseverance, for Baltimore—Spoke nothing of consequence.
Extract of a letter received by the ship Osage at New-York, from Havana.
"The following vessels have been sent in here for adjudication:
"Brig Jason, Palmer, of Philadelphia, from Liverpool for New-Orleans, taken by the Spanish privateer Buena Union, captain Utiago, and carried into Cavanas. This vessel has been detained upwards of three months, the principal part of the cargo plundered."
"Brig Argo, Lilly, of Dresden, from Jamaica to New-York, with rum, captured by the Spanish privateer Flor de Mays, Lissard, carried into the west end of Cuba, and libelled."
"Sch'r Nelson, Thompson, of Newburn, N. C. from Jamaica for Charleston, with rum and 13,000 dollars cash, taken by the Spanish privateer Vengeance, Antonio Ric, master, sent into Mariel and plundered of his money—vessel and cargo libelled."
"Sch'r Letitia, Franklin, of and from Philadelphia for New-Orleans, taken by the privateer Vengeance, and sent into Havana."
"The brig Sally, Barry, arrived at Havana the day capt. Sammis sailed, last from Laguna, had been plundered off the west end of Cuba by two privateers, one under French, and the other under Spanish colours."
"The abuses on the commerce of the United States in this quarter, are increasing from the increased number of privateers, and the idea they have that in consequence of the variance which they suppose exists between the government of the United States and the court of Spain, they will be justified in making captures."
"Certificates of property are a necessary requisite to every bill of lading, and sea lettered vessels are viewed with great suspicion by the court of admiralty in this island."
"The treaty between the United States and Spain is not taken into consideration, except in cases when it will militate against the captured. The laws are such as to occasion great detention and delay in prize causes, and the disposition of the government, and the judge of admiralty is such, and the intrigues in every department are so frequent and intricate, that an American stands a poor chance for justice; and if he eventually obtains the liberation of his vessel, when he comes to take possession of her he finds her plundered, the necessary consequence of delay, which is too frequently caused for the express purpose of giving the privateers an opportunity of doing it."
"From the long habit they have in this island, of depredating upon American commerce with impunity—they absolutely consider it free plunder, and unless some measures are taken by our government adequate to the evil, (which are to make the people of this island feel the misery they would be exposed to without their commerce) we expect their abuses will increase rather than diminish."
Captain John Watts, late of the schooner Two Brothers, of Baltimore, (who arrived at New-York in the brig Susan) sailed from Point Petre, Guadalupe, the 7th of October last, bound to Baltimore, with sugar, for Thomas and Samuel Hollingsworth, merchants, Baltimore. On the evening of the 8th of October, passed the two easternmost parts of Basseterre, with a light hoisted. At 9 o'clock same evening being abreast of the westernmost fort of Basseterre, with a light hoisted, from which fort three shots were fired at the vessel. The first of the three shots entered the vessel about two feet under water. We then hoisted a second light—immediately sounded the pump, and found the vessel sinking. By the time we got our boat out, and a few necessaries, the water was two feet above the cabin floor. In this state we abandoned the vessel and proceeded for Basseterre, where we arrived at midnight. On approaching the shore a number of soldiers threatened to fire into the boat—and had it not been for the mate's jumping overboard and running upon the shore, crying out we are Americans, and at the same time the arrival of a French officer prevented the soldiers from firing; otherwise we would have been all murdered as Englishmen;—they then examined our papers. We then asked permission to go on board an American vessel with our things, but was refused, and ordered to remain in the boat, at anchor by the guard house, where we staid until 11 o'clock the next day, when we got permission to go where we pleased.
My sincere thanks to Captain Watts, for his polite and hospitable treatment towards myself and part of my unfortunate crew, while on board his vessel. JOHN WATTS.
NEWCOMB'S Packet will sail for New-York on Wednesday next. Nov. 13.
IMPORTANT.
Just as our paper was putting to press, we were informed from undoubted authority, that the Congress Frigate is ordered out upon a cruise immediately. Similar orders it is also stated, are sent to Captain Stewart, of the Constellation.
AUCTION.
On Saturday the 16th instant, at 10 o'clock, WILL BE SOLD FOR READY MONEY, At the House of Doctor Fernandes, in Grady Street, near the United States' Bank.
SUNDRY HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, belonging to Mr. Edward Johnston. Francis Smith.
WHO OFFERS AT PRIVATE SALE, 4 Pipes FRENCH BRANDY. 1600 Wt. COFFEE. 25 Barrels good Muscovada SUGAR. A few Puncheons W. I. RUM. N. E. RUM, in Hds. and Bbls. OLD PEACH and APPLE BRANDY, in Bbls. IMPERIAL TEA, in qr. chests of late import. tion. November 13. 274
AUCTION.
On Friday the 22nd day of November, WILL BE SOLD ON COMMERCE STREET WHARF, The Sale to commence at 10 o'clock,
The remainder of the Cargo of the Brig Nancy, From the Cape of Good Hope, consisting of the following articles, viz.
100 Casks of CAPE WINE. 20 do. of do. of very superior quality. 5 do. of MUSCAT. 5 do. of CONSTANTIA. 44 do. of ALOE. 13 do. of TAMERINDS. 4 do. of BRANDY.
Terms—All sums exceeding 1000 dollars, 4 & 6 months—all sums above 500 and under 1000 dollars, 2 & 4 months—all sums above 100 and under 500 dollars, 60 days—all sums not exceeding 100 dollars, Cash.—Approved Notes with indorsers, will be required. John Granbery, V. M. October 18. tds 216
THE Assembly of Virginia, having passed an act, authorising Commissioners to run a Canal from Boush Creek to the channel of Elizabeth river—which canal, in the way it has been run, interferes with the rights of the land-holders on that creek and on the river, stripping some of rights to land by their original deeds, previous to the running this canal, and adding to the possessions of others—A petition will be presented to the ensuing Assembly, for the appointment of Commissioners to examine into the direction of the canal, and to effect a restoration of the rights of all those persons who have suffered by its present course. November 13. tina 273
FOR SALE, The Cargo of the Brig Paragon, Captain Amadley—Consisting of 157 Puncheons high proof JAMAICA RUM. 7 Hogsheads MOLASSES. Redmon & Frith. Who have removed to the second Fire-Proof Store, on Gibson's Wharf. November 13. tf 271
FOR SALE, OR BARTER, Sixty-one Kegs D. Gordon's Manchester best MANUFACTURED TOBACCO. For terms, apply on board the schooner Brothers, at Maxwell's Wharf, or at the Norfolk Hotel. Daniel Weisiger. November 13. 1* 272
TO RENT, (And immediate possession given,) A Convenient Dwelling House, near the Presbyterian Church, lately occupied by Thomas Newton, jun. Esq. It is in a pleasant part of the town, has a large garden and necessary out-houses, and a good well of water. For terms apply to John Brown, Marsden's Wharf. November 13. tf 275
TO BE SOLD, On Friday the 22nd day of this instant, at the house of the subscriber, on a credit of 3 months, for notes to be practically paid, with approved security—the following property, viz.
CORN, Fodder, Husks, Horses, Cows, Sheep, Hogs, Oats, Household and Kitchen Furniture, and Plantation Utensils of all kinds—I do hereby forewarn all persons from harbouring or employing any of my Servants, which have been absent from me for some time back—All those to whom I am indebted, are requested to bring forward their accounts before the day of sale, and likewise request all accounts against John Hunter, deceased, of Princess Ann county, to be presented to me, but I do not intend to make myself responsible for any debts, but my own. John Wayman. Princess Ann county, November 13. 276
NOTICE.
PETITIONS will be presented to the next General Assembly of this State, for the following objects, to wit: 1st.—To alter the present mode of electing the Common Council of the Borough of Norfolk, and to subject the voters to fines for non-attendance.
2nd.—To enable the Mayor, Recorder, and Common Council to enforce, by bye-laws, similar to those in Alexandria, the paving of the streets, and more effectually to remove nuisances and improve the health of the town.
3rd.—To extend the jurisdiction of the Corporation Courts, so as to allow process for apprehending criminal and fugitives, to be served any where upon the waters within the limits of the Port of Norfolk and Portsmouth.
4th.—To authorise the Corporation Court to keep or let out the right of Ferryage from the Borough of Norfolk, to the opposite shores of Elizabeth River and Hampton, and to apply the profits thereof towards the support of an Hospital for the reception of indigent sick persons (not belonging to any vessel) who may be seized with the Yellow Fever, or other diseases incident to seaport towns.
5th.—Further to amend the Charter of the Borough of Norfolk, in such manner that the same person may be re-elected Mayor from year to year not exceeding years; and, together with the Aldermen, to receive such compensation for his and their services as the Common Council shall deem reasonable, to be paid either out of the general funds of the town, or by a tax upon law process, bills of health, and so forth.
6th.—For an amendment of the Dock Law, so as to permit the fixture of Flood Gates at the Lower Bridge, on the back Creek, to keep in or let out at will, the water, for the greater comfort of the surrounding inhabitants, as well as for the improvement of the navigation of the creek below the bridge.
7th.—To amend and explain the Acts of Assembly respecting the appointment and duties of Harbour Masters, in such manner as shall in future prevent any interference between those who may be appointed by the County Courts, and those to be appointed by the Courts of the Corporation—letting each to depend upon their own industry, "as to bringing vessels to their mooring in the harbor," but not to interfere with vessels lawfully bound to, or which may be at the wharves or docks of the other.
October 21. una 219

ON TOWN POINT. A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street.
The Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skilful workmen.
He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, viz.
  10d, 12d, 20d, Nails, 8d per lb.   8d, do. 6d per lb.   Sheathing do. 7 1-2d per lb.   6d, do. 10d per lb.   4d, do. 3d. per M.   3d, do. 2d 1-2d do.   8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d, Brads, 8d per lb.   6d, do. 4d 6d per M.   4d, do. 3d per M.   3d, do. 2d 7 1-2d do.   2d, do. 2d 7 1-2d do. 
ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. March 18. tf 303
LANDING THIS DAY ON OUR WHARF, From on board the Martha & Mary , from Grenada, 86 Puncheons RUM. 20 Hogheads MOLASSES. 1 Puncheon SHIRAZ. 1 Barrel LIME JUICE. And from on board the British Brig Brothers , from Kingston. 40,000 lbs. Prime Jamaica COFFEE. IN STORE. 50,000 lbs. Prime Jamaica COFFEE. 20,000 lbs. Porto Rico do. 20 Barrels Baltimore LOAF SUGAR. 150 Barrels Superior FLOUR. 50 Hogheads Petersburg TOBACCO. 20 Puncheons Grenada RUM. 20 Barrels Prime PORK. 25 Bales Upland COTTON. All of which we will dispose of on moderate terms. C. & F. Whittle. August 2. tf 33
LANDING, Out of the Brig Albert , Captain Turner, from Madeira, 10 Pipes, } Branded 20 Hogheads, } M. M. 40 Quarter Casks, } Of the first Old London Particular Madeira WINE, warranted equal to any imported.—For sale by Robert Dickson. September 11 tf 140
TO RENT OR LEASE, (And possession given immediately,) THAT convenient Dwelling House, formerly occupied by Mr. John Davidson, on Brewer-Street—together with a large Garden, and all convenient out houses. For terms, apply to James Tucker.
WHO HAS FOR LEASE, A VALUABLE LOT OF GROUND, On Commerce and Little Water Streets. September 6. tf 129
COCKE & SANFORD, No. 40. Main-Street. Have imported in the Brig Triton , from London, an extensive assortment of FASHIONABLE FANCY GOODS, Which they offer by Retail or Wholesale, at very moderate prices for prompt payment. October 18. 2m 215
FOR SALE, On board the Brig Two Friends , — Boyle , Master. 26,000 BRICKS. 4,000 PAVING TILE. 200 GIN CASES. William Pennock. October 25. tf 228
BUENOS AIRES HIDES, Now landing from on board the Ship Nancy , Capt. Laurence, from Rio de la Plata. For sale by William Pennock. September 4. tf 123
TO RENT, And possession given the first of September, A LARGE and commodious three story Brick House, in Church-Street, at present occupied by Mr. Henson, the first floor is completely fitted for a Store and Counting Room, and the upper part well calculated for the residence of a genteel family, with two kitchens, all other necessary out houses, and a paved yard. For terms apply to William Plume & Co. August 19. tf 66
FALL AND WINTER GOODS. RICHARD TAYLOR, Has received by the Ships Fredonia & Dunferline , from Liverpool, his WOOLSENS AND HARDWARE. AND ALSO, By the Brig Triton , Captain Fraser, from London, An extensive choice assortment of FASHIONABLE GOODS. All of which he offers for Sale, by Wholesale and Retail, on the lowest terms. October 18. 2m 213
FOR SALE, BY THE SUBSCRIBER, AT HIS LUMBER YARD ON CALVERT'S WHARF, 700,000 SALE SHINGLES. 50,000 BUILDING do. 50,000 STAVES—White and Red Oak. 10,000 CYPRESS PALES. 5,000 CEDAR and CHINQUEPIN POSTS. Also—shall keep a supply of PLANK AND SCANTLING. Thomas H. Parker. Aug 19. tf 77
TO RENT, The Warehouse at present occupied by James Herron on my wharf, capable of storing 4,000 barrels flour, and free from danger of high tides—Possession may be had of them on the first of September next; if agreeable, the Wharf may be had with them. Also, For Lease, for a term of Years, The Wharf adjoining mine, newly repaired, 56 1-2 feet in front, running back from 2 to 250 feet, with sufficient well made ground for the erection of warehouses—at the end of the wharf, there is water for any ship, with a convenient Lumber Yard. For terms apply to John Davis. Portsmouth, July 29. 2aw tf 23
TO PRINTERS. I WILL DISPOSE OF A FONT OF BURGEOS TYPE, Upon which the Publick Ledger is at present printed. It consists of about 600 lbs. WELL-ASSORTED LETTER, with French and Latin accents; has been carefully used; and is almost as good as when new. Should the buyer be too much, any one who might incline to purchase ONE HALF, will please to make application, by letters post paid , or personally, at this Office. The terms will be liberal, and a credit will be given, if required, to a purchaser who can give good security in Norfolk or Baltimore. John Cowper.
CHMISTRY MADE PLAIN.
PROPOSALS, FOR PUBLISHING BY SUBSCRIPTION, A NEW WORK, ENTITLED, Plain Discourses on the Chemical Laws of Matter, Containing a General View of the Principles and Improvements of the Science of Chemistry. With a particular Detail of those Parts, which are common and connected with Domestic Affairs; ADDRESSED TO THE CITIZENS OF AMERICA. BY THOMAS EWELL, M.D. &c. OF VIRGINIA.
To the PROMOTERS OF USEFUL KNOWLEDGE, I HAVE ventured to present for your patronage, a new work.—It is a system of chemistry directed at such technical terms as retard the study, by those persons not desirous of entering into the useless refinements of the science; and it will convey particular descriptions of those processes that are for domestic purposes. The object of the work is to render the study of chemistry less difficult, more general and agreeable, as well as to lead to Improvements in various Arts. Long has the greater part of mankind laboured under difficulties which might have been avoided by an acquaintance with the discoveries of philosophers. During the study of most sciences, we notice improvements unknown to the majority of the people; and in no one have these become more conspicuous than in the science of chemistry. Since the wild conjectures of deluded men were banished from its annals, the study has become one of the most useful and interesting to all of common understanding. The science is now characterised by a simplicity, hostile only to the pride of the pedantick scholar. Its extensive scenes are open, and with powerful attraction invite the entrance of the intelligent in the pursuit of pleasure, of information, or of most of the arts. An entrance is desired, that the wonderful beauty and wisdom displayed in the operations of nature may be contemplated with rapture, in parts neglected by the vulgar as a "drearly void." To those in the pursuit of pleasure, the study of chemistry affords the greatest delight. The conversion of solids into volumes of vivifying airs, and of airs and other fluids into solids, are processes which although inferior to many in chemistry, give unusual satisfaction. To know the composition of the substances surrounding us, with their connection and relation to each other, and to understand many of the arts of chemists, will impart to the mind an agreeable action, while it increases its capacity to make improvements. And such are the fascinating powers attached to the pursuit of this knowledge, that France is fast becoming a nation of chemists, in consequence of the general study of the science by the ladies as well as gentlemen.
The respectable Cultivators of land will be much benefited by an acquaintance with chemistry. It will teach them the properties of the soil they cultivate, the art of making manures, and the kinds of vegetables as well as Manners best adapted for their respective farms. An idea of this may be formed from the famous fact, that by a judicious management of the grave yards at Paris, such quantities of salt-peter were procured for the powder-manufactories as to enable the French government to prosecute their war!
To be able to detect the presence, and discriminate between the noxious and innocent metals, as well as to make most useful combinations of them; to ascertain the constituents of medicinal springs; to detect the adulterations of Wines and other drinks; and to correct corrupted airs, must be of consequence to most individuals. The burning of bodies—The Arts of making Gunpowder and Saltpetre—common Salt—and all other Salts—Of Tanning Leather—Of purifying and preserving animal and vegetable Matter—Of Dying and Painting—Of making Glass and Earthen Ware—Of Brewing—Distilling, &c. &c. depend on Chemistry.
No doubt most of them would be improved by a further cultivation of the science, which, from its simplicity, could be done in but a small part of the time often misspent by the artists. This will appear less doubtful, by the following extracts from a letter I received from the President, Mr. Jefferson—and from one received from Judge Washington of Mount-Vernon.
"MONTICELLO, August 1805. "Of the importance of turning a knowledge of chemistry to household purposes, I have been long satisfied. The common hand of philosophers seem to write only for one another. The chemists have filled volumes on the composition of a thousand substances of no sort of importance to the purposes of life; while the arts of making bread, butter, cheese, vinegar, soap, beer, cyder, &c. remain totally unexplained. Chaptal has lately given the chemistry of wine making; the late Dr. Pennington did the same as to bread; and promised to pursue the line of rendering his knowledge useful to common life; but death deprived us of his labours. Good treatises on these subjects should receive general approbation. "Accept of my Salutations, "and assurances of respect. "TH: JEFFERSON."
"MOUNT-VERNON, 13th September 1805. "I have long thought that a work upon the plan you suggest, was much wanted by those who form the great bulk of readers on chemical subjects. I have not met with a single treatise which has not appeared unnecessarily obscured by technical terms, which only scholars can understand. They have been more generally addressed to the comprehension of professional men, than to those of the humbler walks of life; for whose use this science might be made most essentially to contribute, by adapting it to their capacities, and by pointing out the way by which its principles may be applied to the more common arts, in which they are daily employed. You will I think, do great good to society and . . . by executing such a work as you propose. My best wishes will accompany you in your labours, and I shall be happy to aid them as far as I can. "DUSH. WASHINGTON."
But, fellow citizens, for you to know the Beauty , the Connection , the Importance of the Science which I wish to communicate to you, it is necessary that you know the Science itself. To relate in the most intelligible terms the discoveries of chemical philosophers will not be the extent of my labours. I shall offer a new view of the art of ascertaining the fertility of lands, and of the formation of vegetable juices, which has been approved of by some distinguished characters. I shall also relate some original experiments, a part of which establish a hitherto disputed doctrine concerning heat, and throw light on the art of enriching impoverished land. You will now determine by your subscription, whether the desire of one to disseminate knowledge highly useful and interesting to most of mankind shall be gratified—whether the proposed publication shall appear. T. EWELL.
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. As soon as a sufficient number of subscribers are obtained, the work shall be put to the press. It will be comprised in about 300 pages, Octavo, and be printed on good paper with suitable type. A general Index will be annexed to the work—with proper drawings of the apparatus commonly used by chemists. The work shall be delivered in boards to Subscribers at Three Dollars, per copy. * * Subscriptions for the above work, received by the Editor of this Paper. 242
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.
GILLIAT AND MACKINDER, Have received by the Ship Planter , Boush, from London, and Fredonia , from Liverpool, their supply of FALL AND WINTER GOODS, And will be Sold on less terms, for Cash, or approved Acceptances in Town.—Amongst which are
  17 Bales of Napt Cottons. 16 Boxes Boys' and Men's Hats.   18 do. of Rose Blankets. 6 Trunks of Manchester.   8 do. Stripe do. 4 Boxes Cutlery, assorted.   9 do. White and Red Flannels. 30 Casks Shot.   10 do. White Plains and Kersies. 150 Kegs of Gunpowder.   12 do. Blue do. 40 Casks Nails.   14 do. Blue & Green Half Thicks. 4 do. Seine Twine.   6 do. Stripe and Grey Coatings. 6 Trunks Men's and Women's Worsted Hose.   2 do. Yam Hose. 3 Bales of Osnaburgs.   2 do. Carpeting and Carpets. Fleecy Hosiery, for Ladies' and Gentlemen's wear.   8 do. Mixed Fearnoughts. Muslins, Dimities, Calicoes, &c. &c.   The above packages are well assorted. September 16. 145
NORFOLK BOROUGH: At a Quarterly Session Court, continued and held the 30th day of August, 1805. Alexander Maclure, John Robinson, and Daniel R. Waddley, trading under the firm of Daniel R. Waddley & Co. Compts. Against, Gilbert Robinson, and James Brown, Merchants, trading as partners under the firm of Robertson & Brown, and Robert Dickson, Administrator of Henry Cavan. Defts. The Defendants Robertson and Brown, not having entered their appearance, and given security according to the Act of Congress, and the Rules of this Court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of this Court, that they are not inhabitants of this Commonwealth: On the motion of the Complainant by their Counsel, It is ordered , That the said Defendants Robertson and Brown, do appear here on the fourth Monday in November next, and answer the Bill of the Complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some Newspaper printed in this Borough, for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Courthouse of the said Borough: And it is further ordered , That the Defendant Robert Dickson, Administrator of Henry Cavan, deceased, who hath effects of the said Robertson and Brown, in his hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them until the further order of this Court, concerning the same. (A Copy, Teste,) WILLIAM SHARP, C. N. B. C. 127
NORFOLK BOROUGH. At a Quarterly Session Court continued and held the 30th day of August, 1805. William Pennock, Compt. Against Jean de St. Maria, Robert Law } In Chancery. rence, and Theo. Armistead , Defts. The defendant Jean de St. Maria , not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly and the rules of this Court—And it appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that he is not an inhabitant of this Commonwealth—On the motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is ordered , that the defendant Jean de St. Maria , do appear here on the fourth Monday in November next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in some newspaper printed in this Borough for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-House of the said Borough—And it is further ordered, that the defendants Robert Laurence , and Theo. Armistead , who have effects of the said Jean de St. Maria , in their hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them until the further order or decree of this court concerning the same. (A Copy) WM. SHARP, C. N. B. C. 126 Teste, 136
MARTIN FISK, Has just received by the late arrivals from London and Liverpool, and for sale, 100 crates Crockery Ware, well assorted, 150 kegs F & FF Powder, 5 tons Shot, 150 casks Wrought Nails 4. 6. 8. 10. 20d. 60 kegs White Lead, 50 bolts Oznaburgs, 20 casks Hibbert's Porter, 50 boxes Short Pipes, 1500 lb. Seine Twine, AND A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE & CUTLERY. ON HAND, 20,000 lbs. Prime Green Coffee, 25 Hhds. Muscovado Sugar, 10 do. Loaf do. 30 chests Hyson 15 do. Hyson Skin 10 do. Young Hyson 8 do. Imperial 10 Hhds. Old Antigua Rum, 60 barrels Rye Whiskey, 30 do. Apple Brandy. October 4. tf 134
THIS DAY LANDING, From on board the Schooner Eagle , Captain Gross, from Bourdeaux, 160 Casks CLARET. 981 Cases assorted do. 66 do. do. White do. 80 Baskets SWEET OIL. 2 Trunks and 3 Cases Ladies' and Men's SHOES. 8 Cases Mens' and Children's Silk and Beaver HATS, assorted. DEMJOHNS, ALMONDS, NUTS, &c. &c. For sale on liberal terms, by John & James Galwey, Commerce-Street Wharf. WHO HAVE ON HAND, 75 Boxes White & Brown Havana SUGAR. September 6. tf 138
TO RENT. THE Store, Cellar, and Compting Room, No. 41, Main-Street, at present occupied by Messrs. GILLIAT & MACKINDER. Apply to Thomas Willock. April 1. tf 547
FOR SALE—BY THE SUBSCRIBER, 75 Puncheons Winward Island RUM. 6 do. 4th proof Old Jamaica do. 5 do. New England do. 30 Pipes Best Holland GIN. 3 Hogheads and 24 Barrels Country do. 8 Pipes 4th proof Cognac BRANDY. 11 do. do. Alicante do. 10 Quarter Casks Sherry WINE. 17 Pipes Fine Old Sicily do. 70 Crates well assorted EARTHEN WARE. 2 Hogheads do. assorted for family use. 12 Casks GLASS WARE—well assorted. 200 Sacks Liverpool SALT.—Also, 70 Hhds. Richmond and Petersburg TOBACCO. 35 do. Lowland do. 104 Barrels Superfine, } FLOUR. 90 do. Fine, } 27 do. SHIP STUFF. A. Maclure. August 7. tf 48
REMOVAL. JAMES TUCKER, Has removed to No. 1, Holt's Lane , near Main-Street , WHERE HE OFFERS FOR SALE, ON REASONABLE TERMS, HIS STOCK IN TRADE, CONSISTING OF A GENERAL ASSORTMENT OF HARDWARE, NAILS, &c. May 8. tf 659
LANDING At the Subscriber's Wharf, from on board the Ship Ann , 200 Gross BOTTLES. 35 Boxes WINDOW GLASS. 3000 Bushels COALS. For sale by A. Maclure. September 4. tf 122
RICHMOND ACADEMY LOTTERY. THE Drawing of the above Lottery, will commence in Richmond, the first week in next month, and be continued every other week till completed. * * Tickets for Sale at this Office. October 18. 5w 214
MRS. MACDOUGAL, INFORMS her friends and the publick, that she has taken that handsome house belonging to Mr. Roberts, in the centre of Market Square, where she will receive Boarders on moderate terms—the strictest attention will always be paid to the diet rooms, and lodging, and every endeavour used to render a transient or permanent abode at her house satisfactory. September 25. 169
NOW LANDING ON NEWTON'S WHARF, Firm on board the Brig Brothers , Capt. Dunn, from Jamaica, 124 Hogheads, } PRIME JAMAICA SUGARS. 11 Barrels, } For sale by William Pennock. August 2. tf 37
JOHN & WRIGHT SOUTHGATE, Have received per Ship Fredonia , Captain Melhuish, from Liverpool, A COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF Coarse Woolens, Cloths & Cassimeres, Which they offer for Sale, on the lowest terms. THEY HAVE FOR HIRE, TWO PAIR OF GOOD JACK SCREWS. September 16. 2M 147
40 Barrels New-York Prime PORK, Received per Schooner Rising States, Captain J. Newcomb. For sale by Phinebas Dana & Co. October 7. 190
LADIES FASHIONABLE SHOES. SEVERAL Trunks of Ladies plain and fashionable LACED KID SHOES, and Gentlemen's fashionable London made do. just received by the ship Planter , Captain Boush, and for sale by Gilliat & Mackinder. September 9. tf 136
NOTICE. THE Subscriber being desirous to close his unsettled concerns, requests all those who have accounts against him to present them at his office for adjustment, and persons indebted to him to make immediate payment. John Hamilton. October 14. tf 201
TO RENT, (And possession given the 1st day of October,) TWO VERY CONVENIENT WAREHOUSES, at present occupied by Mr. J. Prudden. For terms, apply to Robert Gibson. September 6. tf 134
FOR SALE, On board the Ship Peter , lying at my Wharf, 1233 Sacks Liverpool Rilled SALT. 22 Crates EARTHENWARE. A quantity of Stone Jugs, Bottles, and Butter Pots. A. Maclure. September 16. tf 148
NOTICE. ALL Persons indebted to the Estate of Captain Thomas Clark, deceased, are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims against it, to furnish their accounts properly authenticated to Alexander Clark, Adm'r. October 30. tf 241
REMOVAL. THOMAS LUMSDEN, Watch-Maker, &c. Has removed from No. 3, Water Street, to the Brick-House at the corner of Rothery's Lane and Main-Street, opposite Captain Pennock's, and lately occupied by Doctor Hodges.—Grateful for favours experienced, assures his friends and customers that every effort will be exerted to merit a continuation of their patronage. October 23. 3M 227
OFFICE OF DISCOUNT AND DEPOSIT, Norfolk, November 1, 1805. WANTED TO PURCHASE, A few Thousand Pounds Sterling, in approved endorsed Bills on London, at sixty days, or Bills drawn on any other place, and made payable there. ROBERT OLIPHANT, Cashier. November 1. tf 246
THE SUBSCRIBER Having opened Tavern in the Exchange Coffee House , will be glad to take in TEN OR TWELVE GENTLE BOARDERS by the year. Peter Kemp. May 6. tf 654
FOR SALE, 140,000 wt. GREEN COFFEE. Just received per Schooner MOHAWK .—Apply to Wilson, Cunningham & Co. October 14. 9 198
FALL GOODS, Just received from London, per Planter , Capt. Boush. J. & W. Southgate. September 2. 2m 115
TO LEASE FOR FIFTEEN YEARS, HANDSOME and well situated Lot, 110 by 100 feet, near Harrison Allmand's.—For terms, apply to MARY YOUNG, Or, WILLIAM HARTSHORNE, jun. September 18. tf 157
TO UNDERWRITERS, MERCHANTS, &c. THE Subscriber, Proprietor of the Royal Gazette and Bahama Advertiser , published at Nassau, has been, and purposes to continue transmitting, by every opportunity, early and correct information to subscribers in Europe and America, of the arrivals, clearances, captures, and misfortunes, that may happen to vessels about these and the different West India Islands. As the procuring and forwarding such information, will occupy much time, and be attended with considerable expense—to insure this attention, it will be necessary that men interested in mercantile and other information, should subscribe with liberality to his Gazette. It is published twice a week, price eight dollars and a half per annum. One hal. in advance. ROBERT WILSON. Nassau, (New-Providence,) June 28.
BRITISH CONSUL'S OFFICE, Norfolk, Virginia, August 31, 1805. HIS Britannic Majesty's Consul to the State of Virginia, in consequence of instructions by him received from his government, hereby gives notice, to the merchants concerned in the trade to His Majesty's Dominions, that according to the terms of the Act of the 37th of the King C. 97, no British built vessel captured by His Majesty's enemies, afterwards purchased by citizens of the United States, and sailing under a Sea Letter can be admitted to entry under the said Act, as an American vessel. John Hamilton. 114
NORFOLK: PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, OPPOSITE THE EXCHANGE COFFEE HOUSE. Price Five Dollars and Fifty Cents yearly, in advance.