Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1808-09-12 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE And PUBLICK LEDGER
[VOL. V.
MONDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 12, 1808.
NO. 25.]
WANTED TO CHARTER, A VESSEL from one to three hundred tons...
FOR SALE In our Ware-House, where the largest vessel can come along side, 15,000 bushels of CORN...
FRESH GOODS. WOOD AND HASTINGS, Have just received, Cambricks and Common Callicoes...
SACK SALT, For Sale by MOSES MYERS.
LIBERAL PRICES FOR NEGRO BOYS, From 7 to 12 years old. ROBERT BARR of Kentucky...
FOR SALE, 500 sacks Liverpool fine SALT, 5000 bushels Caliz...
Twenty Dollars Reward. RANAWAY from the Subscriber on the 27th of August last...
FOR SALE On board the British ship Halliday, capt. Marshall, just arrived from Liverpool, 355 tons stowed SALT...
FOR SALE, 12,000 bushels fine Liverpool SALT, By Moses Myers. Who has now landing...
NOW LANDING On our Wharf, and for Sale on a liberal credit, from on board the British Schooner Commerce...
To all whom it may concern, be it known, that the mercantile house of GREENHOW & COLE is this day dissolved.
Fifty Dollars Reward. RANAWAY from the Subscriber on the 26th December last...
[The following article is copied from the National Intelligencer of Monday last...
The opposition prints are indefatigable in their endeavors to produce the impression that the friends of the administration are decreasing.
Such is the picture of federalism for some years past. During the early years of Mr. Jefferson's administration it signalized itself by the mightiest exertions.
Notwithstanding the undisputed preponderance of republican principles, the rapidity with which they were spread in all parts of the union...
strict having been invariably composed of a majority of federal voters, altho' they may for a time have forborne from the exercise of their elective rights.
If this be a true picture of the state of parties—and we sincerely believe it is—it cannot be truly inferred from the change of a few republican for federal representatives...
From the North American.
NO. I. EMBARGO OR NO EMBARGO? To the Citizens of the United States.
All the energies of the government, to use its own language, are concentrated in the execution of the embargo, and it must by it be considered the greatest good.
By this question, my fellow-citizens, national wisdom and publick policy may be easily brought to the test.
It will not be pretended, that like a sponge, the question of Embargo or no Embargo? absorbs every other, but that like a circle, it includes the whole.
In an address to you, published pending the debates in congress on this measure, which with fifty members of that body, I foresaw would never produce the beneficial effects expected from it...
But for well known reasons, which I shall develop in my next, a contrary policy was pursued, and a self destroying embargo is extended and perpetrated...
Happily for the United States—happily for the world, the clouds which had gathered over us, are partially dissipated by the intervention of other elements.
A spirit of resistance in Spain, similar in many respects to that witnessed by this country in 1776, has already or will soon reduce the belligerents to that equality of power...
More than half of Spain and the Spanish colonies, equal themselves to all the empires of
Europe, when not the dependents of their mother country, are forever out of the reach of any that would conquer it.
Circumstances, therefore, now present an alternative more congenial with the peaceful and liberal character of this rising country, and dictate to us quite a different conduct from that so recently recommended.
THE SPIRIT OF WASHINGTON.
At a Court held for Norfolk County, the 19th day of July, 1808.
Alexander Love, Plaintiff, Against Alexander Falconer, and John Hamill, Defendants.
The Defendant Falconer, not having entered his appearance, and given security according to the Act of Assembly and the rules of this Court...
FOR RENT,
That convenient Dwelling-House, on Brewer Street, the property of Mr. John Davidson...
Also, That commodious House on Catharine-street, at present occupied by Mr. James Dykes...
Also, A very convenient Dwelling-House, just finished, on Commerce-street. For terms apply to James Tucker.
Who has in Store, A few thousand bushels Liverpool stowed SALT, loose and in sacks...
Ten Dollars Reward.
Deserted from Gosport Navy Yard, July 28, 1808, BENJAMIN PHILLIPS, a Private in the Marine Service...
NOTICE.
All persons indebted to the estate of WILLIAM DAVIS, deceased, are requested to come forward and make payment...
SAMUEL COLEMAN, Market-Street, westward of the Market, has established.
A Boot and Shoe MANUFACTORY.
For this purpose he has employed the journeyman who were lately in the service of Mr. Walker...
New SHOES from New-York,
as usual for Sale—such as have been generally sold in retail at 9s. and 8s. 3d. for 7s. 6d.;
Gentlemens' SHOES and PUMPS of many kinds, made in his factory, and in Newark.
VERNON'S BOOTS,
which are no doubt elegant—Having on hand nearly 200 pair of Boots, he believes there are very few gentlemen who cannot be fitted.
A few hundred bushels of ground Allum Salt; India Cottons, &c. &c. as low as they can be sold for a profit, for Cash.
A few Casks of Best LONDON PORTER.
Richard Jeffrey & Co. No. 66, Main-Street, corner of Bank-Street, have just received from London...
An assortment of MEDICINES,
of the first quality. Also, a few hundred weight refined Salt-Petre, Hardham's Snuff, No 3, and 37, in 1-2 and 1-4 pound canisters...
MEDICINE CHESTS for ships and family use, with printed directions, put up as usual. October 2.

We have published in our paper of this day, accounts of the conduct of two of the gun-boat commanders; these accounts coming from persons conceiving themselves injured, may be highly coloured; we shall, therefore, attend to the justifications of the officers, should any appear, and give them publicity in our paper. Our more immediate objects being at present to offer a few reflections which have been suggested.
Among the many mischievous consequences of the embargo, and not the least, is the appointment of so many officers deemed necessary to enforce its execution. All of these officers may, and some will act the petty tyrants over their fellow-citizens. The legislature of a free state, should not enact laws which cannot be executed without a host of officers being called to its aid. We cannot believe that all the violations of the embargo laws have proceeded from an avaricious immoral disposition. For twenty years past, the revenue of this country has been raised by impost. The temptations to commit fraud were great, but they have not been yielded to. The records of the courts will be evidences in favour of that class of citizens, who Mr. Jefferson has deemed "the most worthless." Although there have been some instances of violations of the embargo, where the parties could not offer the plea of necessity, but the far greater number we expect have been produced from actual necessity. It is not easy for a Virginia gentleman, on his rich plantation, producing him all the necessaries, most of the comforts, and some of the luxuries of life, to enter into the feelings of a man, who is deprived by law of bread for himself, and perhaps a numerous family. It is said that the embargo bears alike on the rich and the poor; this is not true, from the rich it takes a part, from the poor it takes all; the rich are deprived of some of the luxuries, the poor of all the necessaries of life. By some such, the law has been violated, and to prevent future violations, vexatious searches and visits not less odious than the domiciliary visits of despotick France, are made by every tide waiter, or other officer, who the government selects for the purpose. These searches and visits, are always attended with inconvenience to the party, and sometimes with improper conduct in the officer, for where there are so many, there will be some indiscreet persons. Disgusts are produced, which from the law and the officer, are extended to the government. A despotick government is sustained by force; a free government exists in the affections and virtue of the people, those laws therefore which are calculated to alienate the one, or put the other to too severe a trial ought to be avoided.
A Petersburg paper, noticing our account of a report which reached this place respecting the British orders in council, says it is "Norfolk news" which has become so "proverbial" that it is always suspected. We thank that paper for the preference of its notice, (as we were not the first to publish the report here) and in grateful return for that preference, if we ever have it in our power, to publish any thing that can be called "Petersburg news," we will not forget to return the compliment.
MR. COWPER.
I request you will insert the annexed statement of a voyage, which might be made from this country to France if our embargo was raised. It will serve as an answer to certain merchants in London, who think because their particular business is put an end to, that all trade must cease. I would have the insurance effected in London, if necessary, and I know the premium will not exceed forty per cent. during the winter months, but I will put it down at fifty per cent. Let our citizens arm in their defence, and they will fight their way through British orders and French decrees; in self-defence it is lawful and natural to resist, they can only be captured at last, but all will not be taken, some must escape.
Yours,
MERCATOR.
  200 hogsheads Tobacco, 1300 wt. each, at 4 dollars per hundred, cost here $ 10,400   300 bales Cotton, 300 wt. each, at 25 cents per lb. 22,501   32,901   Premium of Insurance to cover 32,901 dolls. must insure 68,583 at fifty per cent. 34,291   Freight of 200 bds. tobacco, at 85 dolls. per bhd. 17,000   Freight of 300 bales cotton, at 25 dolls. 7,500   Total of cost, including freight, Sales in France as per last advices of prices clear of duty. 91,692   200 bds. tobacco, 1170 lb. each French, at 30 cents per lb. 70,200   300 bales cotton, 270 lb. each French, at 80 cents, 64,800   135,000   Off Commissions, &c. 10,000   125,000   Deduct as above, 91,692   Clear profit, 33,008   First cost 32,901 dolls. above 100 per cent. profit. 
Although the official returns of the New-Hampshire and Rhode-Island elections are not before us at the time we are penning this article, the results are sufficiently authentick to remove all doubt, and may be received in an official shape before our paper is put to press. The prospect which is opened by this change of sentiment is cheering to an oppressed people. The Vermont election is over, and we shall know the result in a few days. The federalists and anti embargo men, calculate upon success with certainty; the New-Jersey election comes on shortly, which is expected will follow the example of Rhode-Island and New-Hampshire. Our northern friends are sanguine, but so great a change has been produced, that we shall not be surprized at any thing, after what has happened.
The Portsmouth Oracle says, that the gov. (LANGDON) of New Hampshire has returned the president a spirited remonstrance against his flour circular, and fairly pointed out to him that it was not authorized by law. If this be true it redounds to the credit of governor LANGDON.
[Boston Centinel.]
ELEVENTH CONGRESS.
  Fed. Gain, Loss. Demo. G. L. Net. Fed. G.   N. Hampshire 5 0 0 5 10   Rhode Island 2 0 0 2 4   New York 6 0 0 6 12   North Carolina 4 0 0 4 8   17 0 0 17 34   To which we hope soon to add   Vermont, 4 0 0 4 8 
Bos. Fed. Gaz.
Extract of a letter to a gentleman in Baltimore dated Havana, 6th August.
"Produce is on the rise, and there is reason to believe will be up to 6 and 8 dollars as soon as shipping arrives from England and Spain; as for America, we have no hope of her. The embargo has had no other effect here than to distress a few merchants and planters: We have had and still have plenty to eat and drink; and we do not, since the peace with Great Britain, want an article from America (excepting for its cheapness.) Flour we have from Vera Cruz."
It was reported in London in the month of June, on the authority of letters from Venice and Altona, that the emperor Napoleon, having put an end to the temporal power of the Pope, meant ultimately to transfer the seat of his vast European empire to Rome, the ancient capital of the old world. It is not probable. [Balt. Fed. Gaz.]
EVASIONS OF THE EMBARGO LAWS.
To the sober men of New-England, it has become one of the most important objections to the Embargo, that it offers such temptations as lead our people more and more from those steady and moral habits which have done honor to our country.
Hitherto the laws respecting our navigation have been executed with ease, because they were so reasonable that it has been considered dishonorable to evade them. How rapidly is this state of things changing! The habit once contracted of smuggling, or in any other way breaking or evading laws, will with difficulty be eradicated. Let men of reflection consider this inevitable effect of the Embargo, and say if it is not in its consequences a more afflicting circumstance, even than the pecuniary losses resulting from the measure, immense as they are felt to be?
The effect I call inevitable, because our citizens cannot be easily persuaded that there is any breach of morality in sending off their property, which is of no value here, to foreign markets, and bringing home specie or valuable commodities in return to enrich the country; and, tho' to resist the laws (as has been done even to death) is immoral in the highest degree, and to make it successful, every crime may become necessary, yet if they can be evaded, and without false oaths or force of arms, a vessel can be sent off, have we not reason to fear the practice may become general.
Is not this practised already by many of the friends of the administration? And is it not wink'd at by the officers of government in various parts of the union? What but an evasion of the law is the permission for all the French privateers that arrive in our ports to be "liberally" supplied, under cover of which they take in full cargoes? And while a suppliant from Trinidad, (whose capital had been destroyed by fire) is refused the smallest supply, because the island is under British laws, these worthless men, and piratical cruisers upon our property, are permitted to take full freights for the use of the colonies of France!!
Is not such partial conduct in Government, a powerful plea to excuse every citizen who evades the law?
But this is not all. See the numerous clearances from every part of the union, since the embargo—for Martinique, for Bordeaux, and for the Havana, (while under French controul.) Does any one believe that Mr. Jefferson can think our citizens have trusted so much of their property in the hands of the French? No one is deceived—All must know that these vessels, going out ostensibly for property left in those places, must take property out with them to a good market, and having a monopoly, they must buy foreign produce at their own price. Thus a few will make fortunes at the expense of their neighbors. But most of them are friends of the Embargo!—and while this is done, and under the eye of the collectors, can it be expected many men will hesitate to make the trial? It is more than is to be expected of the bulk of mankind.
Let every man then who is desirous to see honorable and honest habits prevalent, exert himself to place better men in power, and to procure a repeal of such weak and mischievous laws.
[Boston Gaz.]
The 2,000,000.
From the United States' Gazette.
MR. BRONSON,
In the Aurora of the 8th inst. I find the following paragraphs, extracted from the American Mercury. FROM THE AMERICAN MERCURY.
"In the Courant of the 29th ult. it is asserted, that Mr. Madison declared to John Randolph,
"that France wanted money and we must give it."—This is a base mutilation of what passed at an interview, between those two gentlemen some time during the session of congress in the winter of 1805-6. The object of the Courant, or rather of those papers from which the Courant copies and upon which it depends for fuel, is to show that Mr. Madison is devoted to French influence, and therefore, unfit for a president of the United States.
"The interview and conversation, to which the Courant alludes, happened "in this wise." While the bill respecting the two millions of dollars was before congress the interview took place. The object of the bill was, as every body knew the purchase of the Floridas, and against the passage thereof Mr. Randolph had taken strong ground, and made several violent speeches.
"The situation of French affairs at this time, as far as was known in this country, was some what thus. Buonaparte was on his way to the heart of Germany, with a large army. His progress was to be resisted by very numerous German, Russian, and perhaps Prussian armies, under experienced commanders. The battle of Austerlitz had not happened. It was expected that the campaign would be arduous and indecisive. The pecuniary resources of France were supposed to be inadequate.
"At the interview in question, the observations of Mr. Madison were of this import—'Now is the time to purchase the Floridas; France wants money and must have it' (not 'we must give it,' as stated in the Courant.) "We never shall have a better opportunity to purchase these provinces; they are a natural appendage to the United States." From this statement of plain facts, has been elicited a most grievous charge against Mr. Madison. By a similar perversion of a passage in the "Notes on Virginia," federalists eight years ago proved Mr. Jefferson to be a polytheist; by a similar perversion, an atheist, may prove from the sacred scriptures, "there is no God."
"Before the negotiation for the purchase of the Floridas had succeeded, the battle of Austerlitz was fought; the Russian army was dispersed or captured; Buonaparte had made peace with Prussia and Germany, France wanted money; and the two millions of dollars still remained in the treasury of the United States. Federal editors! will you be satisfied till September."
"Thus far the Mercury."
It is time that the particulars of this degrading and atrocious transaction should be told to the American people. The cause of Madison and Snyder is identified in the democratic papers, and they must stand or fall together. The following facts are told on authority which will substantiate them in the face of Mr. Jefferson and Mr. Madison, and will enable the public to judge whether, "a most grievous charge has been elicited against Mr. Madison."
Some time in the winter of 1804-5, Talleyrand and general Armstrong were seated together in a quiet corner, smoking segars, and arranging the destinies of Europe and America. Talleyrand spoke of the necessary plans of Napoleon, and of the necessity of money to accomplish them. When he supposed that he had prepared the mind of our ambassador to enter into his views, he told him that the friends of France should assist her, and that it would be their interest to do so—"Sir, said he, the emperor and king, my master, wants two millions of dollars for the ensuing campaign. The United States and Spain have been quarrelling about the boundaries of Louisiana. That dispute is easily accommodated. If your government will send us two millions of dollars you shall have what boundaries to Louisiana you please—Spain has nothing to say to it."
General Armstrong listened with anxious attention, and when Talleyrand had explained himself, he threw his segar with violence into the fire, and made this reply—"Sir, if your emperor intends to make such a demand upon the United States, he must find some other channel of communication. I shall never disgrace myself and my country by being the bearer of such a degrading proposition."
The conversation then closed; but Talleyrand did not abandon his design. Finding that Armstrong was stubborn, he received the command of Buonaparte to make the proposition direct to the President of the United States, which was accordingly done. When Mr. Jefferson received it, he sent for Mr. Gallatin, and communicated the intelligence to him. "Sir, (said he) the money must be sent. Can you not place two millions of dollars at my disposal in France?" Mr. Gallatin replied that there was no law authorising the appropriation. The President, however, considered this no obstacle. "Sir, (said he) the money must be sent. It is wanted immediately. I will hazard it, and trust to congress to make the appropriation afterwards." Mr. Gallatin, however, was not less stubborn than general Armstrong, and indignantly replied, that he would have nothing to do with it. The President then sent to Mr. Madison, and between them it was agreed that under the ostensible appearance of purchasing the Floridas, congress should be prevailed to grant the two millions to France. Mr. Madison immediately commenced his operation. He sent for an influential member of congress, and requested him to introduce the bill. The member positively refused, and in consequence, was immediately denounced and proscribed in the papers of the administration. Mr. Madison then took an opportunity of sounding Mr. Randolph. "Sir, (said he) France wants money, and we must give it." Mr. Randolph, however, was stubborn, and Mr. Madison was denounced and proscribed. The bill was finally passed, in secret, after a violent opposition, and it was well known, that it was in the hand writing of the President himself, and introduced into the house by one of the back-stairs gentlemen, who found no difficulty in accommodating his disposition to the views of Mr. Jefferson, Mr. Madison, and Talleyrand.
It is stated that "the two millions of dollars still remain in the treasury of the United States." How is this, Mr. Bronson? If I have been correctly informed, Mr. Gallatin, in one of his late accounts has admitted the expenditure of one million of the sum. I do not know how this is, but it should be looked into, and I trust it will.
CATO.
FROM THE BOSTON REPERTORY.
COMMUNICATION.
NEW-HAMPSHIRE & RHODE-ISLAND ELECTIONS. The success of these elections may be regarded as the most important event which has occurred since the adoption of the federal constitution. It is not
the probability that the election of a federal president will be ensured, tho' this is highly probable, which furnishes such just reason for joy. Nor is it the belief that the reign of democracy will never return. If the former administrations which were one uniform services of public prosperity, could not be maintained against the influence of falsehood and intrigue, there is too much reason to apprehend that a new administration is doomed to struggle with the embarrassments brought on by the madness of their predecessors would again become a victim to the same delusions. In the present perilous state of the world and of our country, we must not reserve our joy for those events only which promise all the advantages which we desire. It is of immense consequence, in such a state, and with such an administration as ours, to escape immediate ruin, to gain a short breathing spell, and to secure some chance for the final safety of our liberties and of the public prosperity.
In this view it ought to be matter of unfeigned and cordial congratulation—that the people of the Eastern States, including Vermont (which may with moral certainty be considered as going with them) have seasonably discerned and felt and determined to resist the policy of the Virginian Philosophers, which is bottomed upon the destruction of commerce as the only means of securing the pecuniary influence of a Virginian Junta in the affairs of the Union. This policy, tho' it is the favorite scheme of the Jeffersonian school, the foundation of their original hostility to the constitution, and of their opposition to Washington and Adams; though it is avowed almost in terms in their writings and is in fact the only real source of party distinction in this country; has not until now been perfectly understood in New England by the great mass of the people. It is not, before we are brought to the verge of ruin that our eyes are opened. It has at length given rise to the most flagrant, arbitrary, absurd and ruinous system, that ever was imposed upon a people calling themselves free. Our ports are blockaded. Our navy is equipped to make reprisals upon our own vessels—Our batteries are planted and mounted to sink our own shallow and murder our own citizens—Our commerce is going, irretrievably going to enrich those whom our government wish to impoverish. We have taught Europe to despise us, and to the eternal joy and derision of our enemies in Great Britain, we have solved the long disputed problem whether our commerce is essential to her prosperity and that of her colonies with a fatal certainty, which should have been ever unrevealed. It is a fact that our embargo is never mentioned in England except for fun; and in France only as a proof of our loyalty. But notwithstanding this melancholy experience of every consequence predicted by the federalists, though the puerile and rotten policy is scouted and ridiculed in Europe and abhorred in America, there is reason to believe that the addresses of Massachusetts and New-Hampshire had confirmed Mr. Jefferson in his design of persevering in this desperate experiment. The occasion was too fair to be neglected. He could hardly have expected that New-England would have adjusted her chains with so much complacency. Mr. Blake, fresh from Washington, told us the measures of government were not so unpopular as they had expected. And while the President believed that his pensioners and sycophants had influence sufficient to support the system, he would shew himself the good stuff to retract or mitigate it. The merchants, the men of property and talents, all the sound and solid part of New-England might have remonstrated in vain—He would have respected them no more than the writhings of mice in one of his exhausted receivers. Something more was necessary—It was indispensable to demonstrate that in New-England we have a national feeling, a vital sense of our interest in the success of commerce; and that unless this interest be consulted, we shall feel no interest in the union. And to make the Virginian party comprehend that we will not be drawn into an alliance with France, nor share the fate of her Spanish allies, and that we prefer dividing with G. Britain the commerce of the world, which a moderate share of good temper and address on the part of administration might have secured to us; to a ruinous war with her; the effect of which would be to make us slaves to her enemies. It was necessary, in a word, to shew the deluded cabinet at Washington, that their leading friends in New-England are a few ordinary and insignificant individuals, who do not represent the feelings of the people, and that though by their perseverance in delusion, and the supineness of the federalists, they may obtain a temporary influence, yet the people can be awakened in season to redress their wrongs, when they become intolerable, and to shake off their oppressors when their views and characters are detected.
These happy results, we trust, will follow the exertions of our federal friends in New-Hampshire and Rhode-Island, but there must be no relaxation. Much yet remains to be done, but not more than may be accomplished by unanimity and firmness among federalists.
From the N. Y. Commercial Advertiser.
Gunboat Tyranny.—We have read the following statement of facts with no ordinary emotion. The oppressive system by which the citizens of America are now governed, must be speedily arrested, or the rights and liberties of the people will be lost forever.
Mr. Lewis,
Let those who may read (as I trust they will with abhorrence and detestation) the following statement of a few of the most wanton acts of cruelty inflicted by a petty stripping in command, who "feels power and forgets right," upon one of our own citizens in the peaceable pursuit of his lawful business, within a few miles of his own door, now answer the plain question, whether they are yet satisfied with the present embargo and gunboat policy of our administration. I am informed that divers other acts of wanton abuse as well as cruelty also ensued, which are not detailed in captain Petty's protest, as irrelevant to his purpose. For myself, I want language to express my regret that such acts of oppression can with impunity be practised upon our fellow-citizens, without a speedy and adequate resistance. I trust, however, that in this instance but one voice will be heard, and one general wish be expressed, that the culprit will without delay be removed from office and that the abused capt. Petty will speedily be remunerated with ample damages by the verdict of a jury of his country, to which I think he may safely appeal.
A CITIZEN.

By this public instrument and declaration of protest be it known and made manifest to all whom it doth or may concern, that on this second day of September, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and eight, before me Geo. W. Strong, a public notary in and for the state of New-York, duly commissioned and sworn, residing in the city of New-York, personally came and appeared David Petty, master and commander of the schooner Speedy, of Brookhaven, who being by me duly sworn upon the Holy Evangelists, did depose, protest and say, That on the nineteenth day of August last past, he was sailing in the said schooner on the south side of Long-Island, bound from New-York to Moriches in Brookhaven, and when opposite Gilgo Gut he was fired at and brought to by gunboat No. 40, commanded by James Renshaw, who sent a barge on board the deponent's schooner, and after examining her, permitted her to proceed on her voyage. That after she had proceeded about one mile to the windward, he was again fired at and compelled to bear away and come under the lee of the gunboat, when the commander demanded the deponent to come on board and pilot him into Fire Island inlet, which the deponent consented to do for ten dollars; to which the commander replied, that "he would be damned if he would give him ten cents;" and added, that if the deponent did not obey, his schooner should not be permitted to leave the gunboat. Whereupon the deponent persisted in his refusal, the said commander sent his barge to the schooner, with orders to take by force the deponent or one of his men out of the schooner and bring him on board the gunboat. That the deponent was thereby compelled without his consent to leave his own vessel and go on board the gunboat, where he was kept and detained three days. That not being able to beat into Fire Inlet, they were obliged to go into Gilgo Gut, with the navigation of which the deponent was totally unacquainted, and on his mentioning that circumstance to the commander, was told by him "that if he (the deponent) run the gunboat aground, he should be shot." That having passed the gut in safety, and the gunboat anchored in the bay, the deponent was on the following day, by the orders of the said commander, put in irons, with handcuffs on his wrists and shackles on his legs, and kept so in irons for one whole day and night, during which time he had very little refreshment, and was treated with much abuse by the said commander.
And the deponent did further protest and swear, that he knows of no reason for such treatment from the said commander, except his wishes to detain the deponent on board until such time as he should see fit to go to sea, and require the deponent's aid in navigating the gun boat out of the gut. That on Sunday, the 21st day of the aforesaid month of August about noon, some persons were coming on board the said gun boat, while lying at anchor in the bay, and before they reached her, the said commander ordered the irons to be taken off the deponent. That in the afternoon of the same day, the said commander wishing to go on board of a brig that lay at no great distance on the beach, the deponent requested and obtained leave to go with him. That after visiting her he was ordered by the commander to return on board the gunboat, which the deponent refused to do; whereupon the commander presented a sharp-pointed cane at the deponent's breast, and thrust the same at him several times, in order to compel him to go. He then ordered two of his men to seize the deponent and to tie him and take him on board the gun boat. That they did seize and throw him down; whereupon a person belonging to the said brig interfered, and took up a large maul with which he threatened to strike them unless they would release the deponent. That they then let up the deponent, after which the commander abused him with very insolent and profane language, threatening that he would cut him into mince-meat and destroy his schooner. He then ordered one of his men to stand by the deponent with a loaded musket, and to shoot him through in case he offered to stir, while the commander would go on board the gun boat and get a reinforcement of men, in order to compel the deponent to go on board. That shortly thereafter he went with his men on board the gun boat, taking the said sentinel with him and while he was gone the deponent procured two men of his acquaintance from the said brig to carry him in a boat on board his own vessel, then lying at Fire Island, about twelve miles to the eastward, and so eluded the said commander.
Whereupon I the said notary, at the request of the said David Petty, did protest, and by these presents do publicly and solemnly protest, against the unjust and unlawful detention of the said David Petty, and the oppressive and tyrannical conduct of the said James Renshaw, and all damages, losses and injuries which thereupon ensued. In testimony whereof, as well the said deponent as I the said notary have subscribed our respective names to these presents, and I have hereunto set my seal of office the day and year first above written.
(Signed) GEORGE W. STRONG. Notary Public.
DAVID PETTY.
From the North American.
MORE BLESSINGS OF THE EMBARGO;
OR,
The Freedom of the Seas exemplified in the Chesapeake.
MR. WAGNER,
Believing that the outrages committed upon the free citizens of the United States, in their own waters, ought to be made known to the publick, in order that their sympathies with the unprovoked sufferings, which are inflicted upon the seafaring part of the community, may lead to an alteration of the state of things, I request you to publish the following statement.
On the 4th of August, on my passage from this to Richmond, in Virginia, with a regular clearance from the Custom-house; off Poplar Island, in the Chesapeake, I was boarded by Gun Boat No. 58, commanded by lieut. Nicholson. My vessel is a regular trader, of which I am both master and owner. We had passed the gun boat about five miles, when a shot was fired, which passed within ten yards of our bowsprit. On Mr. Nicholson's coming on board he asked for my manifest. I requested him to walk down in the cabin with me. In a very abrupt and haughty manner, he replied, he would rather see it on deck, though it was so dark that he could not see to read it; but had there been light, it would have been very difficult for him to read it, for
he was so drunk, that he could scarcely stand. We had forty-eight bales of negro cotton on board, which he swore was broad cloth, for the St. Domingo trade; in this his crew concurred, for they were also too much in liquor to distinguish. After he had finished the examination of the cotton, he cut the ropes of Mr. Meggison's bureau, and hauled everything out of it. Mr. M. and his wife were passengers and had their furniture on board. Whilst he was examining a box of merchandise, I spoke to the passengers, and told them to look out; whereupon the Lieutenant ordered the corporal to take charge of me—and he took me, and all the crew, into the gun boat. As soon as I was taken on board, I was put in irons, which being too large, they slipped off. After this, my hands were lashed across each other ignominiously with a rope, and I was kept under a centry all the time I was there, which was twelve hours. They detained the vessel 18 hours.
SAMUEL W. RUSSEL. Baltimore, Sept. 1808.
I attest the facts abovenarrated to be correctly and truly stated, the same date as above.
HENRY BECKWITH, Mate.
FROM THE N. YORK MERCANTILE ADVERTISER.
To all the loyal subjects of their Catholic and most faithful majesties Ferdinand 7th, king of Spain, and the prince regent of Portugal, residing in the United States of America.
The remotest nations have known and physically experienced the valour, the intrepidity, and boldness of the brave and unconquerable Spaniards and Portuguese, who ever distinguished themselves by their love of their country, their king, and their religion. No one can deny the rapid progress of their arms in former times; no person can dispute that their conquests (almost too great for human power) have covered our nations with glory, perpetuated their fame, and crowned them with immortal laurels. Remember a Cortis, who with four hundred Spaniards conquered the vast and powerful kingdoms of New Spain, Peru, &c. Look back to the invincible Portuguese, who extended their dominions over the rich and delightful kingdom of Brazils, and the most flourishing part of Africa and India. Who will dispute that the fruits of their labour have furnished to the known world the riches it now possesses? But the world knows, and alas! we ourselves must confess, that the treasures of both our nations have been the deplorable cause of the effemination and enervation of our natives, and the first cause of the envy of foreign nations. Thus, beloved Spaniard and Portuguese, we had become the slaves of our riches, and by them acquired those friends who under the pretence of promoting our happiness came to us like wolves in sheep's clothing, and anxiously sought to devour us. It was the brightness of our gold, and silver, our precious stones and our pearls, which dazzled our eyes and prevented us from looking into the malicious, execrable, and perfidious intentions of those avaricious wretches; but the iniquity of their proceedings has awakened us at last from the profound lethargy into which our ignorance had plunged us, and has roused us to recover once more our ancient fame. Thanks to the brave and wise men, who in the council of Seville brought on our present reformation, and called to our memory the lustre of our immortal Numantins; and thanks to the brave, the intrepid and loyal Gomez Freyre, and those other worthy Portuguese who dared to shake off the yoke of a foreign despot and usurper, and restore the glorious name of the famed Lusitanos. Can there be one who calls himself a subject of either of the nations, however unhappy his situation may be, or however much he may have been injured by his country or government, who would not on the present occasion forget all, and follow so glorious, so sublime an example, founded on reason, justice, religion, and rights divine and human? Surely not; and if I am permitted to judge from my own feelings, though I consider myself the least capable among my countrymen, I am convinced that the example of our compatriots, the love we bear our families, the wish to redeem them from infamous captivity, the fidelity to our august sovereigns, and the profession of our sacred religion, will raise us to deeds worthy of a Hannibal, or an Alexander? How much then may we be expected from so many gallant subjects of both nations, now on this continent, who possess all the qualities of faithful patriots, and whose valour is heightened by the crimes of our oppressor, so shocking to humanity? Many of our brave men are separated from their beloved country by chance of war; (which is the case with me) others are out of the reach of their families from the result of trifling offences, mostly produced by ignorance; and the greatest number of them perhaps detained here for want of opportunity or the necessary means to return to the dominions of their respective sovereigns. And it is much to be lamented (particularly under the present circumstances, where every individual may be usefully employed, either in the land or sea service) that no agents are appointed for the relief of those distressed persons in a foreign country. Yes, beloved Spaniards and Portuguese, some of the circumstances concur in me; but remembering the various motives which attach me with fidelity to both nations, of whom I have been and still am a grateful subject, surmounting all the obstacles that present themselves to my view, animated by a neutral enthusiasm, and wholly trusting to providence, I solicit, call upon, and entreat with all the eagerness of my faithful heart, all, and every Spaniard and Portuguese now residing in the United States of America, of whatever class, condition or colour he may be, not exceeding the age of fifty years, and feeling the glow of true patriotism, to support, even at the sacrifice of life, his country, king and religion, by uniting with the forces of our loved compatriots to avenge the cause of so many innocent victims, in whose number perhaps most of us have a father, a brother, or some other dear relative. Let us hasten to avenge those that have fallen, and endeavour to prevent others from being immolated by the cruel hand of that tyrant who has trampled on humanity and inundated all Europe with human blood. Those who feel inclined to follow this their country's call will be pleased to favour me with their names, situation, and place of residence, postage paid, and within the precise time of one month from this date addressing their letters to me the undersigned, who although not possessed of the pecuniary means to transport so many individuals to their native country as may anxiously wish to embark in so glorious a cause, which is the sole purport of this address, yet he hopes to be enabled with the assistance he may receive from the wealthier part of
our countrymen resident in these States, who by their commercial and other affairs are prevented from joining us personally, or if necessary an application will be made to the ministers and agents of his Britannic majesty our great and faithful ally to facilitate our union with our brave countrymen in that cause which he so generously has embraced as his own. Therefore, in the present situation of our country, as good and faithful subjects of their majesties, it behoves us by every tie that endears us to our friends, to come forward and co-operate with our brethren in the glorious struggle of rescuing from the iron grasp of a foreign despot, that country which has till lately been the admiration and wonder of surrounding nations.
DR. F. A. PEREDO. White Hall Street, No. 26.
NEW-YORK, September 5.
A Spanish gentleman who sailed from Vera Cruz the 18th of July, bound to Cadiz, was taken by the British brig Ferret, capt. Walsh. A few days after they fell in with the Aurora, bound from Philadelphia to the Havanna, on board of which vessel they put this Spaniard and other prisoners, & ordered her back to the United States. This gentleman says that when he sailed from Vera Cruz they had just heard of Buonaparte having inveigled the Spanish King to Bayonne—that the people of Mexico were determined to receive no officer sent by Buonaparte or any under him—that they would have Ferdinand for their king, or they would be independent. He thinks when they hear from the Junta at Seville, they will serve their viceroy (who is in the interest of Buonaparte) as they did in Cadiz their governor.
According to letters received in London from Brest, the Prefect there has received the following communication.
"SIR, "It being his majesty's intention to protect the operations of commerce in our mother country and colonies, and to take every step which can, under existing circumstances, promote the common prosperity of this traffic, and of the colonies themselves, I am authorised by his majesty, for the purpose of facilitating such enterprises, to engage one fifth of the freight of vessels to be so employed, and which shall be fitted out as privaters as well as merchantmen; and to send on board each as passengers from 14 to 20 soldiers, for strengthening the crews and reinforcing the garrisons of the colonies at which they shall arrive.
I have therefore to request that you will give due publicity to these gracious arrangements of his majesty, in the different ports within your precinct, giving notice at the same time that the proposal of the outfitters must be through you transmitted to me within two months, at least, of the intended departure of the vessels; and I have further to request that you will without fail, and immediately on the receipt thereof, transmit the said proposals to me, with your opinion upon their contents respectively. (Signed) DECRESC. CAFFARELLI.
PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 5.
Among the many losses sustained by the farmers and store-keepers, in the destruction of their grain by the Weevil, we hear a thorough going democrat who is a store keeper, in Kent county, (Delaware) has 12,000 bus. of wheat in bank, last returning to its native dust.—This has made him so sore, that at a great and very urgent meeting of the democrats, in his county, he thought it best to stay at home and lament over his misfortunes in private, and let them huzza for Jefferson and the embargo who had neither grain nor Weevil.
Capt. Love, who commanded the Driver, and wrote the rude letter at Charleston, has been degraded to a lieutenant in the British service. Whitby and Berkely continue unemployed.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED.
Schooner Jane, Jackson, from Richmond bound to Philadelphia.—On Saturday morning off Newport-News, in a sudden squall, carried away both topmasts—put in to refit.
Sloop Phoebe, Kelly 3 days from Rhode Island.
Sloop Liberty, Sterrey, 4 days from New-London.
Sloop Somerset, Remington, 3 days from Rhode Island.
New-York, September 5.
Arrived, Ship Constellation, Hamilton, 107 days from Batavia, with coffee, tin, and spices, to Le Roy Bayard and Man Evers, owners. Passenger, Mr. L. W. Meyer. Sailed from Batavia the 19th of May, 1808, and left there the ship Illinois, of New York, had been sickly on board, but lost none of the crew; ship Rebecca of Baltimore, arrived 5 or 6 days previous to departure, crew unhealthy, had not lost any; a ship in sight standing for Batavia Road with American colors, supposed her to be the Indiana, of Baltimore, from the east end of the island. [Mr. McClellan, supercargo of the Indiana, died suddenly at Samarang, about the middle of April.] The Orozimo, of Baltimore, sailed for do. 7th May 1808, Capt. Kimbal and crew, late of the brig —, of Boston, (from the N. W. Coast, who put into Batavia leaky and was condemned as unfit for sea and sold) went passenger on board the Orozimo. A few days previous to sailing, an account of the loss of the three masted schooner Urania had reached Batavia; she was said to be from Amboyna, bound to Batavia, with a very valuable cargo of spices.—June 7th, 1808, buried John T. Irish second mate, a young man whose death was much lamented, as his good qualities had gained him the friendship and esteem of all on board. August 22, lat. 24, 26, N. long. 61, W. sent a boat on board the schr. Hetty, of Folly Landing, capt. Schoolfeld, 32 days from Lewis Town, Delaware, bound to Antigua, who informed us that we had nothing to fear from the English, but that a French privateer fitted out of New York was cruising off the Hook and capturing all Americans met with. August 30, sent a boat on board the ship Clara, of N. York, 6 days out, bound to New-Orleans, lat. 35, 23, N. long. 72, W. The captain of the Constellation offers his sincere thanks to capt. Farrell for a barrel of potatoes and some poultry which he gave him, with an offer of other refreshments, of which they did not stand in need. August 31, in the Gulph Stream, was boarded from his Britannic majesty's brig Ferret, capt. Wales, and treated with much politeness. Sept. 1, on the in-
ner edge of the Gulph Stream, off the capes of Virginia, was boarded from his Britannic majesty's ship Penelope, capt. Dick, and treated with all possible civility. The commanders of both those ships of war politely presented us with some late American papers: Sept. 2, at day light, calm, four sail in sight, one a small schr. supposed to be a French privateer. At 10, A. M. light air, the small schr. under a croud of sail steering towards us; at meridian saw the Penelope under a press of sail in pursuit of her; the schr. hauled her wind; at 1 o'clock lost sight of them both, the frigate appearing to come up with the chase. August 31, in the Gulph Stream, spoke a large clump brig, out 4 days from N. York, bound to N. Orleans, requested to be reported, but passing so quick could not learn her name.
Ship Richard, Ridgeway, in 15 days from St. Croix, (Basse-End) with 200 puncheons of rum and some molasses. Left the brig Alfred, Byron, going to West End to load, and sail in 10 days for New-York; a British ship to sail in 3 days for Philadelphia; brig Sarah-Ann, Scott, of do. at West End, uncertain when to sail. Provisions plenty. Flour 22 dollars by the cargo, and 25 at retail, 1200 barrels in market.
British schr Fancy, Perry, 20 days from Nevis. Left no American vessels there. Flour 20 dollars and pork 30. Ten days ago in lat. 30, long. 70, spoke schr Lydia, Reynolds, 7 days from Norfolk, for Jamaica—the same day spoke the brig Nanna, Garwood, 10 days from Philadelphia, for Cuba.
FERGUSON'S Packet will sail for Baltimore first fair wind. Sept. 12.
FOR PHILADELPHIA, The Sloop UNITY, John Hand, master, will sail in a few days. For freight or passage apply to the master on board, or to Robert Simington. September 12.
A handsome GIG for Sale. Apply to J. & W. Cook, No. 69, Church-street. September 12.
LABOURERS WANTING.
The President and Directors of the Dismal Swamp Canal Company want to hire for the ensuing season, a number of Hands to work on the Canal; they will be provided with good wholesome food, and the usual quantity of whiskey per diem—liberal wages will be given, and their wages paid at the end of every month. Apply to Richard Blow, William Cannack, or Samuel Proctor, Overseer. September 12.
MACKINDER & WHITE, Will give CASH for 5000 bushels good White CORN. And offer for Sale, Hollands Gin, Country do. Muscovado Sugar, Prime Smithfield and Carolina Pork, Fresh Imperial, Hyson, and Young Hyson Teas, Also,
A general assortment of Dry Goods, which they will sell on the lowest terms, for cash or approved Notes. WANTED, About eight likely HANDS, to whom liberal wages will be given. Apply as above. September 12.
LOST, A small French made Gold Watch, marked T. R. on the back—Whoever will leave her at the Ledger Office shall receive FIVE DOLLARS reward. September 12.
SAMUEL J. DYCHER, FROM LONDON, Informs the Inhabitants of this Borough and its vicinity, that he intends carrying on the following Branches of Carving and Gilding, viz.
Looking Glass and Picture Frames made to any pattern; as it is reasonable to expect that there is a number of Looking-Glass, Picture Frames, Ornaments, &c. wanting repair and re-gilding, and a risk of sending such articles to the northward, the disadvantage of not being present to have such work executed to suit any particular fancy, the artist flatters himself a liberal publick will encourage him in his profession. Orders from any part of the Borough or Country will be attended to.
Prims, Needle Work, and Drawings, framed in burnish gold; black and gilt Edge Frames, with glasses plain or enamelled; and gilt, oval, or square Prints and Paintings cleaned.
D. has on hand PATENT PERPETUAL ALMANACKS, the utility of these Almanacks to every description of persons in ascertaining the day of every month for 2300 years to come in a second of time, also to give the day that any person was born on; there is upwards of ten thousand already sold, the third plate is now engraving in New-York; they may be had in sheets, or framed and glazed to any price or pattern—they have been put in frames from 2, 6, and 8 dollars—Country Merchants or traders supplied upon liberal terms, purchasers will be taught their use in a few minutes.
The likeness of GEN. JACKSON, handsomely coloured; also, the likeness of the Rev. HENRY HOLCOMBE; the number of Subscribers in the different States to the above likenesses, it is hoped will induce a liberal publick to encourage the artist in his profession.
Bed and Window CORNICE made to any pattern.
N. B. One of the persons in the business is in possession of finally eradicating that dreadful malady the GRAVEL; the stone is dissolved let the magnitude of it be ever so great, by a decoction of simple roots; many valuable lives are lost by the operation of cutting. The Poor cured gratis, and persons at a distance supplied with directions.
Orders sent to No. 53, Main-street, opposite Mrs. Street's, will be attended to. September 12.
New Baltimore and Norfolk Packet.
The Sloop William & Mary, will sail from Newton's wharf for Baltimore the first fair wind. This vessel is intended as a regular Packet, has a large and elegant cabin, containing twenty beds, with four state rooms, perfectly retired for the accommodation of families. The table will be handsomely supplied, and she beds neat and clean.
Ladies and Gentlemen who intend to visit Baltimore by water, will please to call at Newton's wharf, and examine the accommodations, where passages may be taken. Freight will be received on the usual terms. Sept. 7.
The Sloop VENUS, Capt. Boush, will sail for New-York the first fair wind—For passage only, apply to the Captain on board. Sept. 9.
PALMER'S Packet will sail for Alexandria on SATURDAY next. Sept. 7.

TRIAL OF COMMODORE BARRON.
As soon as a sufficient number of Subscriptions are procured, to defray the cost of the Paper, WILL BE PUBLISHED, AT THE LEDGER OFFICE, NORFOLK,
THE WHOLE PROCEEDINGS IN THE TRIALS OF Commodore JAMES BARRON, Capt. CHARLES GORDON, Commandant of the United States' frigate Chesapeake, JOHN HALL, Esq. Captain of Marines, and WILLIAM HOOK, Gunner.
These Trials will be found highly interesting to the public in general, and to the Officers of the United States' Navy in particular. Every circumstance relative to the important affair, which gave occasion for these Trials, will be found detailed with great exactness; and many official documents which have not yet been published will appear with this work. The interest which the nation has taken in this affair, and the circumstances connected with it, render it unnecessary that the Publisher should offer any remarks upon the value of the work. Officers of the Navy will be greatly interested in having the proceedings of the most important Trials that have occurred in the service.
The Publisher has been favoured with a record of the proceedings; he will pay particular attention to the correct execution of the work, which it is expected will contain from two hundred and fifty to three hundred pages, octavo.
CONDITIONS. The work will be printed on a good fair type, and on good paper. The price to Subscribers will be One Dollar and Seventy-five Cents, in boards, delivered at any place where Subscriptions are received, according to order. The amount of Subscription to be paid on delivery of the Work. The usual allowance to the trade. Subscription Papers will be sent in a few days to the principal towns in the United States, of which notice will be given in the papers of those towns. To the Editors of Papers who will give this advertisement a few insertions, the Publisher will be much obliged, and reciprocate whenever they may request it. The Editor of the Publick Ledger.
At a Court held for Northampton
County, the 11th day of July, 1808. Thomas D. Simkins and William Simkins, an infant by Thomas D. Simkins, his guardian, In Chancery. Against: Coventon Simkins, John Simkins, John Brickhouse, Junior, and George Lewis, Defendants. The complainants having filed their bill more than three months, and the court being satisfied that Coventon Simkins one of the defendants, is out of this commonwealth, it is ordered, that the said Coventon Simkins do enter his appearance to this suit on the first day of November Court next, and give security for performing the decree that may be made in this case, or the Court will on that day proceed in the suit in like manner as if an appearance had been entered; and it is further ordered, that a copy of this order be posted at the front door of the Court-House of this County, and published in the Publick Ledger for two months successively. Teste, Thomas L. Savage, Clerk.
NORFOLK BOROUGH.
At a Hastings Court continued and held the 24th day of May, 1808. Thomas Jones, Compt Against: Thomas Wright, administrator with the will annexed of Thomas Newton, deceased, Defendant. The defendant 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 motion of the complainant by his counsel, it is ordered that the said defendant do appear here on the fourth Monday in July next, and answer the bill of the complainant, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the newspapers printed in this Borough for eight weeks successively, and posted at the front door of the Court-House of the said Borough. A Copy, Teste, WILLIAM SHARP, C. C.
VIRGINIA, to wit:
At a Chancery District Court held in the City of Williamsburg, the 26th day of April 1808 Robert, John, and Frances Howard, infants under the age of twenty one years, by Henry Howard their father and next friend, Plaintiffs. Against: Mary Sclater, widow and devisee for life of John Sclater, deceased, Richard and William S. Sclater, sons and devisees of the said John Sclater, deceased, Edmund Tabb, Frances Tabb an infant under the age of twenty one years, Frances Powell, Elizabeth Smith, and Miles Cary, executor of John Sclater, deceased, and as executor of the said John, who was executor of Richard Sclater, deceased, Defendants. On the motion of the plaintiffs by their counsel, Sclater Tabb assigned guardian to the infant defendant Frances Tabb, to defend her in this suit, and the defendant Edmund Tabb 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 Court that he is not an inhabitant of this country: It is ordered, that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of the next term, and answer the bill of the plaintiffs, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the newspapers published in the Borough of Norfolk, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the former capitol in this city. A Copy, Anthony Robinson, C. C.
ADVERTISEMENT.
To a Gentleman who has not been seen or heard of by his friends in his native country since March, 1806.
This gentleman may with perfect safety, both as to publick and private concerns, impart his situation and place of residence to THE EDITOR OF THIS PAPER, who can give him any information about his family. This advertisement is made by those most interested in him, and the reference may be confided in. The gentleman to whom it is addressed, will know it by these circumstances. He left his native country in March 1806. He was the only surviving son of his father, whose name was Thomas, born 1740 and married M. E. His brother John who was elder than him, had died before His twin sisters were C. & A. of whom the former was dead before 1806. He was born in the parish of B. where the estate of his ancestors. Educated at I. in the county of R and taken care of by his aunt Cecilia. July 15. tf
NOTICE.
The partnership of Wilson, Cunningham, Ham & Co. having been dissolved by mutual consent, all those indebted, as well as those who have claims against them, are requested to settle the same with Alexander Wilson or J. B. Cunningham, who are fully authorised to liquidate the business of said concern.
William Pennock, Alexander Wilson, James B. Cunningham.
Norfolk, July 15, 1808. The business heretofore carried on by the above firm will be continued by the Subscribers, under the firm of Wilson & Cunningham.
Alexander Wilson, James B. Cunningham.
DR. ROBERTSON'S Celebrated Stomachick Elixir of Health.
Which has proved by experience, to be the most valuable medicine, ever yet offered to the publick for curing the Gout, Cramp, and wind in the Stomach: also a certain cure for the Dysentery, or Bloody Flux, Cholera Morbus, severe Griping, and all other diseases of the bowels, a dose never fails to remove a cold if taken soon after its first appearance. It is also celebrated for carrying off superfluous bile, removing habitual costiveness, tickens at the Stomach, severe head aches, &c. &c.
The following certificates are selected from the many respectable ones lately received by the proprietor, and are now in his possession.
Certificate of Mr. William Julian, carpenter and builder, No. 69, South Fifth-Street, Philadelphia.
SIR—My wishes to promote the interest of superior merit, and to afford consolation to the afflicted, induces me to request you will lay my case before the publick, as an incontrovertible proof of the astonishing efficacy of Dr. Robertson's invaluable Stomachick Elixir of Health.
I do hereby certify, that I was seized most violently with the dysentery, or bloody flux, which reduced me to much that I was confined to my bed, and became so weak that I could not move without assistance. My condition at that time became seriously alarming, as no relief could be obtained, I was given over, and even death would have been desirable to me, had not a friend of mine, who by chance called to see me, who had just recovered from a similar complaint, though not so severe as mine. He informed me that he was cured by taking Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Elixir of Health, and advised me to send to you for a bottle. Immediately did so, and by following your instructions given with the bottle, before I had taken half a bottle, I found myself much relieved, and my disorder greatly abated, and by continuing to take it, in one week I was able to walk out, and in less than a fortnight was able to attend to my business.
I therefore recommend every family to be provided with this invaluable medicine, particularly those who live at a distance in the country, where assistance cannot be immediately obtained. As I am convinced that Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Elixir of Health, is the most effectual remedy in the world, I have since recommended it to several of my friends in similar complaints, who have always been relieved immediately after taking it. Should any person with to be more fully convinced of my case, I will with pleasure explain it to them by applying to me.
I am with a due sense of the benefit I have received thro' the efficacy of your medicine, Sir, your humble servant, WM JULION.
MR DYOTT, Philadelphia, July 15th, 1807.
Certificate of Mr. George Stokes, South Water-Street, Philadelphia.
SIR—For the benefit of the afflicted, I think proper to inform you that Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, has been to me, one of the most effectual service. I had been a long time afflicted with a pain in my stomach, and continual head aches, attended with a sickness at the stomach, which brought on a vomiting and lax, which continued on me until I became in a very weak state, without being able to get any relief, until I tried one bottle of Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, which entirely cured my disorder, except a weakness and want of appetite, for which I have since taken Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Wine Bitters, which quite restored my strength and appetite, and I now enjoy better health than I experienced for many months before. As I consider your medicines to have been the means of saving my life, I solicit you to publish my case for the benefit of others, who by abiding by the directions given with your invaluable medicines, will embrace the same means by which I have happily effected my recovery.
I am, Sir, your obedient servant, GEORGE STOKES.
MR DYOTT, Philadelphia, August 1, 1807.
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATES.
Of Mr. John T. Solomon, Sixth near Race-Street, Philadelphia.
SIR—For the good of the publick and benefit of the afflicted, I think proper to inform you, that having laboured for upwards of six months, under a very bad cough, attended with a difficulty of breathing, pains in my breast and side, and a sickness at my stomach; having lost all appetite, I became so very much reduced in my strength as to be unable to walk. I was considered in a consumption, and given up for a lost man. In this hopeless situation I had recourse to Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Elixir of Health, and to my great astonishment, before I had taken one bottle, found myself very much relieved. I expected a great quantity of phlegm, which has eased me of one of the most violent coughs that ever man had; I have taken it regularly ever since, and now find myself completely recovered, and shall certainly, for the benefit received, recommend it as far as I can, believing it to be a most efficacious medicine in the above complaint.
I am, Sir, with great respect, Your obliged humble servant, JOHN T. SOLOMON.
MR. T. W. DYOTT. August 22.
Certificate of Mr. John Lee, Philadelphia.
DEAR SIR—By the administration of Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, and that the publick may be acquainted with the good effect I have received from it, I wish you to publish the following:
About a fortnight ago I was seized with the influenza, or a violent cold attended with a pain in my limbs, and a violent cough, which settled on my lungs, and having been for some time before in a weakly state, I expected a consumption must soon have followed, had I not been advised to try Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, which has effectually removed my complaint, and I now feel better health than I have for some time before. It is im-possible to say too much in favour of this invaluable medicine, as I am clearly convinced it is the most efficacious remedy ever offered to the publick, in the above complaint.
I am, Sir, your obliged servant, JOHN LEE.
MR. DYOTT. November 11.
The above Medicine is sold wholesale and retail by the proprietor, T. W. DYOTT, No. 11, North Second-Street, Philadelphia; and at appointment at BONSAL & CONRAD'S Book Store, Norfolk; and at SOMERVILLE & CONRAD'S, Petersburg. May 25. lawly
WILLIAM PENNOCK
Has removed his Counting-Room to No. 4, on his own wharf July 29. tf
NORFOLK BOROUGH.
At a Hastings Court continued and held the 25th day of May, 1808.
Cornelius Cuywagman, Compt Against: Marizitz Boztells and Moses Myers, Defendants.
The defendant Marizitz Boztells 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 now ordered that the said defendant Marizitz Boztells do appear here on the fourth Monday in July 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 said Borough: and it is further ordered, that the defendant Moses Myers who hath effects of the said Marizitz Boztells in his hands, do not pay, convey away, or secret such effects, but retain them until the further order or decree of this court.
A Copy, Teste, WILLIAM SHARP, C. C.
Two thousand Spanish HIDES,
For Sale by William Plume, & Co. June 6. tf
Dr. Tissot's celebrated Gout and Rheumatism Drops.
The Gout, Rheumatism, Lumbago, and the various disorders of the same nature, are so exquisitely painful, and so difficult to be cured, that they have justly excited the attention of the medical profession. Some professional gentlemen have excelled in one department of the sciences; others in another. Dr. Tissot particularly has long been renowned for the superiority of his prescriptions in chronic diseases, and the length of time which elapsed during his sole attention to the nature and effects and cure of these affections, render the medicines which he recommended of invaluable importance. The beneficial effects of these drops, have been so often experienced, and their extraordinary efficacy has been attested by witnesses so numerous and so unimpeachably credible, that incredulity itself cannot doubt the virtues of Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatism Drops. Large quantities have already been vendred, and the sale is now become so general, and their certainty in curing the disorders of a chronic nature is so completely ascertained, that certificates of their unbounded utility are now unnecessary. Testimonies of their value, and a volume of attested cases performed by them, may be seen upon application at T. W. Dyott's genuine Drug and Patent Medicine Warehouse, No. 37, South Second-Street, Philadelphia.
The price of Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatism Drops, is only two dollars per bottle, with copious directions.
Generous allowances made to those who buy to sell again. Of the many respectable testimonies of the effects of the above Drops, which have been received by the proprietor, we beg leave to annex the following:
Certificate of General Ridgely of Hampton.
I certify that having received a blow on my knee, which induced severe pain and swelling, I was advised to apply to Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatism Drops, and on bathing the part with them only a few times, agreeably to the directions, they effected a perfect cure. Another time my wrist was affected with rheumatism to such a degree, as to render my hand for the time useless, when on application of the same remedy in like manner, the disorder in the course of twenty-four hours was entirely removed.
I therefore, from the experience I have had of the efficacy of said medicine, consider it a benificent act to recommend it in similar cases to others.
Certificate of John Gibson, Esq. one of the Directors of the Farmers' Bank of Maryland.
I certify that about a year since, my foot received an injury by a fall; in a few hours after it was affected with a most excruciating pain, so that I was unable to walk, with crutches. I was apprehensive that this accident would induce a severe fit of the gout, with which I had been frequently attacked. In this situation one of my friends highly recommended and earnestly advised me to apply Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatism Drops; I immediately procured them and made the application; in less than three hours the pain entirely abated, which had been so severe, as to deprive me of sleep for several nights. By a few further applications, a perfect cure succeeded. I have frequently since in other cases, both used them myself, and recommended them to others with invariable success.
(Signed) JOHN GIBSON.
Certificate of Mrs. Mary Taylor.
I, Mary Taylor, No. 135, Plumb Street, Philadelphia, aged upwards of seventy years, having been afflicted with very violent rheumatism pains for more than eight years, being recommended to apply Dr. Tissot's Gout and Rheumatism Drops, on only using half a bottle every rheumatism affection was completely removed, and I have continued free from all pain ever since; as witness my hand.
MARY TAYLOR. The above drops are sold wholesale and retail only by BONSAL, CONRAD, & Co. Norfolk.
ALSO, DR. ROBERTSON'S Patent Stomachick Wine Bitters.
Celebrated and well known for their superior qualities in restoring weak constitutions, destroying Worms, cleansing and strengthening, giving a proper tone to the stomach, and increasing the appetite—a frequent use of them is a certain preventative against those complaints so common in the spring and fall. Such as intermitting fevers, agues, autumnal fevers, dysenteries, &c. &c. They are particularly serviceable to those who make long sea-voyages, and are exposed to unhealthy climates, as a powerful preservative against contagious disorders.
PRO BONO PUBLICO.
Patent Water-Proof Brunswick Blacking, prepared with oil, which softens, preserves, and beautifies the leather. Words cannot set forth its just praise, nor can its transcendent qualities be truly known, but by experience; it is especially calculated for, and particularly recommended to sportsmen and gentlemen who are much exposed to the wet—Also for cleaning Harness, as it will effectually prevent the water from penetrating, preserve the leather from cracking, and render it supple and pleasant to the touch, giving it also a beautiful jet black gloss, a proof of which may be seen at the warehouse.
The above Blacking is prepared and sold only by T. W. DYOTT, at his Medical Warehouse, No. 11, North Second-Street, Philadelphia; sold also by his appointment, at BONSAL, CONRAD, & Co's Book-Store, Norfolk; and at SOMERVILLE & CONRAD'S, Petersburg.
Where also may be had, THE IMPERIAL WASH,
And new invented LIQUID, For taking out stains, and preserving the quality and colour of saddles, and tops of boots. May 20. lawly
NOTICE.
All persons are forewarned from crediting my Wife CATHARINE IVES, on my account, as I am determined to pay no debts of her contracting from this date. The utmost rigour of the law will be enforced against any one who is detected in harbouring her.
August 24. Robert Ives. 7*
NOTICE
Is hereby given to all persons having claims against the estate of THOMAS BARK, deceased, that they must be brought forward for settlement previous to the 1st of December next, properly attested; all those indebted to said estate will make immediate payment, or suits will be brought indiscriminately—the above notice will be plead in bar against delinquent creditors, by Peter Foster, Executor.
August 24. tf
Ten Dollars Reward
For Negro ALECK, purchased of Mr. Hubbard of this place, of a very dark complexion, has lost his upper fore teeth; had on when he went away a coarse check shirt and cassimere pantaloons, long coat and white hat; he was seen near Tappahosier's Ferry, York, where I suspect he is still lurking, or at Williamsburg where he has a wife.
George Veale. August 22. tf
JOHN PENDRED'S Boot and Shoe Manufactory, No. 70, MAIN-STREET.
The publick are respectfully informed, that he has furnished himself with a quantity of the choicest materials in his line of business, and has in his employ some of the best workmen in the borough, and having been long experienced in the business himself, his factory will not be conducted by proxy; he therefore hopes to merit the patronage of the gentlemen of Norfolk and its vicinity, and assures them that no pains shall be wanting on his part to give satisfaction to those who favour him with their commands.
N. B. Orders for Double Backstraps, single do. and Cossacks, executed with the greatest dispatch. August 11. tf
NOTICE.
The partnership of Ellis & Sprigg, of Hampton, is this day by mutual consent dissolved—all persons indebted to the said firm are requested most earnestly to come forward and pay their respective balances to Mr. C. Sprigg; and all those who have claims against said firm, to produce them to said C. Sprigg for settlement.
Samuel Ellis, Per his Attorney in fact, Robert Gibson, Corbin Sprigg. Hampton, February 17.
Norfolk Drawbridge.
The Directors have declared a dividend of Fifty Six Cents on the Stock of this Company, for the half year ending the 10th inst. which will be paid to the Stockholders or their legal representatives after the 10th August next.
William Cammack, Treasurer. July 13. tf
LANDING
This Day from the schooner Adventure and brig Eliza, 55 hlids. sup. qual. Muscovado Sugar 34 do. and 40 quarter casks particular Teneriffe WINE—For Sale by Moses Myers. July 6. tf
NOTICE.
We have for SALE on our Wharf, 200 hogsheads MOLASSES, 53 do. superior quality Muscovado Sugars, 57 do. inferior do. 258 bags Guadalupe C. Cee; 10 uncheons Rum, 60,000 wt. Jamaica Coffee, in hds. barrels and bags, 10,000 do. La.ira do. 30 kegs Raisins, 20 cases superior quality Claret, 6000 bushels Iva, 8500 do. St. Ubes, 2500 do. Turks-Isl and, 5000 do. coarse Liverpool Salt, 10 pipes old Madeira Wine; 4 do. Country Gin, 50 barrels Rye Whiskey; 20 hds. Philadelphia Porter, 1 new 14 inch Cable 120 fathoms C. & F. Whittle. July 13. tf
NOTICE.
The Copartnership of RICHARD BOWDEN, & Co. having expired, Richard Drummond is authorised to receive and pay the debts of said concern. Moses Myers, Richard Bowden, Richard Drummond. February 2. tf
NOTICE.
The Subscribers have removed to the Ware-House, No. 6, on Newton's wharf, formerly occupied by Messrs. John D. Haldane, & Co. JENNINGS & RODDEY. January 8. tf
For SALE at my Brew-House,
Strong, Table, and Ship BEER, by the hogshead, barrel, and half barrel—and a constant supply of bottled PORTER in packages and by the dozen. And in Store, Wines, Liquors, and Groceries, wholesale and retail. Joseph Hayes. Feb. 18. tf
Mackinder & White,
Have just received from on board the schooner Liberty, Capt. Lewis, from Philadelphia, 150 boxes fresh Imperial and Hyson TEAS, of superior quality. ALSO, A fresh supply of Hollands GIN, Tickenburgs, superior Cloths, Gentlemen's Silk Hats, Parasols, &c.—Which they offer for Sale on the lowest terms, for cash or approved notes. N. B. A few barrels of prime Smithfield MESS FORK. April 15. tf
For RENT,
The Store, Compting-Room & Cellar, at present occupied by Mess. Wood & Hastings, no. 90, Main-street. Apply to Thomas Willock. August 24. tf
Leather, Cordage, and Loaf Sugar.
The subscriber will hereafter expose for Sale at his Ware-house on Campbell's wharf the above Articles, of the manufacture of Norfolk, at reduced prices for Cash, or on short credits only. Theo. Armistead. He will sell or lease for a term of years, the STORES at the end of Marsden's and Rothery's wharves. Feb. 20. tf
Fresh Imperial TEA.
Just received 17 boxes fresh Imperial TEA, of the present year's importation.—Also on Hand, 25 tons assorted BAR IRON, 80 barrels and a few hogsheads Muscovado Sugar, 40 barrels bags Green Coffee; 25 hds. old Antigua Rum, 20 hds. Molasses; 8 pipes French Brandy, 10 crates assorted Queen's Ware, A few quarter casks of Sherry and Teneriffe Wine, Whiskey in barrels; Loaf Sugar, New-York prime Pork and Beef; 30 casks Cheese, A few barrels Mackarel; Soap; Candles; Demijohns, &c. For Sale by Jennings & Roddey. February 26. tf
Phoenix Fire-Office.
The Subscriber, Agent to the PHOENIX ASSURANCE COMPANY, of London, for the State of Virginia, begs leave to inform the publick, that he is now fully empowered to subscribe Policies of Insurance for property against Fire throughout the United States of America, in conformity to the Proposals heretofore subjoined. N. B. FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS can be insured in one risk on Buildings and their contents, and also on Ships and their Cargoes on board, in the First Class, and in all cases where Ten Thousand Dollars are exceeded, a special agreement must be made with the Agent, and an increase of premium added to those mentioned in the proposals, of not less than one eighth per cent. on the whole sum insured. Richard Taylor. September 8. 157
FOR SALE,
30,000 acres valuable LAND, situated upon the river Washita, in one of the most fertile parts of Louisiana.—Particulars with regard to local advantages, situation, title, and the most favourable terms to purchasers, will be made known by application to THOMAS TUNNO, in Charleston, or MORRIS MILLER, in Savannah. Feb. 8. lawly
NORFOLK:
PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS, FOR THE PROPRIETOR, Opposite the Exchange Coffee-House. Price Six Dollars Yearly, in advance.