Berkeley and Jefferson intelligencer (Martinsburg, Va.), 1808-07-22 00:00:00

Berkeley and Jefferson Intelligencer.
Martinsburg, Va. Printed and published by JOHN ALBURTIS.
No. 9 of Vol. X.
FRIDAY, July 22, 1808.
Whole No. 477.
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Corner Store, by the Market-House in Shepherd's-Town.
THE subscribers inform their friends (customers at a distance) and the public in general, that they have just finished opening, at their Store (by the Market-House) in Shepherd's-Town, a General Assortment of FRESH GOODS, which, added to their former stock, makes it very complete.
The following articles are a part of the stock now on hand:
 Ladies' fashionable, figured and plain Sattin Straw BONNETS,  ditto ditto split Straw, Leghorn and Chip ditto,  Gentlemen's nice light (imported) broad-brim BEAVER HATS, with and without green under, 2 boxes Irish Linens (well assorted)  1 ditto Drogheda ditto,  1 ditto fine Dowels and Brittanias,  1 ditto fine and coarse German Rolls,  4 bales fine and coarse Ticklingbarg,  2 trunks nice Cambric and common Calico,  1 ditto 4-4 and 6-4 Cambric Muslins,  Plain, Striped and Figured Leno Muslins,  1 case Superfine and low priced Dimities,  1 trunk Silk and Cotton Hosiery,  English Kid and Silk Gloves,  SATTINS,  Black, Changeable and Plaid Lustrestrings,  A great variety of fashionable Ginghams,  ditto ditto Sarsuckers, for Gentlemen's summer wear,  Patent Norkeens,  India ditto, Grandurells and Cotton Cassimires,  MIXT PLAD,  Silk and Cotton Chambrey Muslins,  Gentlemen's fashionable corded Marsella Vesting,  White Jeans and Royal-Ribb, for Officers' pantaloons,  Elegant Fancy Silk and Leno Shawls,  Silk and Cotton Umbrellas and Parasols,  A great variety of Thread and Cotton Lace,  Bed Tickling, Home-made Linen, Twill'd Rugs, and Flax,  Fresh Medicines and Paints, of the best quality,  Flax-seed Oil,  Prime Seal and Upper Leather,  Blue Fair-tops, Calf-skins and Boot-Legs, 
BAR-IRON, Steel and Nails,
Well-assorted PLANK, A great quantity of Hard-Ware, China, Glass, Queens, Stone, Tin, Wooden and Potters' Ware—
Also, a large quantity of Hugh and John Long's prime Sickles,
Waldron's Cradling and German grass Scythes,
WHETSTONES, 60 barrels Rye Whisky,
a part of which is upwards of twelve months old,
40 barrels Apple Brandy,
two years old, which they will sell low, or let out for grain, to be delivered after harvest.
They assure the public, that they never had a better assortment of Goods than at present—
All of which they will sell low for Cash, or on the most liberal terms to punctual customers.
JAMES & JOHN LANE.
Shepherd's-Town, June 24, 1808.
R. Worthington, & Co.
Have now on hand
40 Bbls. good Whisky,
a large supply of
Groceries, Glass and
Queen's Ware,
Waldron's prime Crad-
ling and Grass Scythes,
German Grass Scythes,
10 doz. excellent Sickles,
Men's strong leather Shoes,
an assortment of
Tin Ware,
and a few barrels of good
Herrings.
They request all those who wish to purchase any of those articles, to give them a call, as they will be sold on good terms.
Shepherd's-Town, June 24, 1808.
Cheap Spring Goods.
THE subscriber informs his friends and the public, that he has received from the Cities of Philadelphia and Baltimore, and is just now opening a very extensive assortment of
SPRING and SUMMER GOODS,
 Consisting, in part, of the following articles:  Chintzes and Calicos,  Italian, plaid and changeable Silks,  Elegant Damask Silk Shawls,  Figured and plain Leno Muslins,  Cambric ditto,  Irish Linens, (uncommonly cheap)  Spider Net Sleeves,  Laced Cotton Hose,  Superfine Edging and Lace,  Fashionable Sattin, Straw and Leghorn Bonnets,  Wreaths and artificial Flowers,  A great variety of Fancy, Kid and white Slippers,  Pink Ginghams,  Elegant Tortoise-shell Combs,  Sea-weed Fishing Lines,  Gentlemen's Summer HATS: 
ALSO, a large quantity of Useful Books,
that are sold exactly at the Philadelphia prices. Home-made Linen, twill'd Bags and Flax, CALF-SKINS and BOOT-LEGS, Patent and other MEDICINES,
Waldron's cradling and grass scythes,
About fifty dozen of Long's prime sickles,
German SCYTHES and CUTTING-KNIVES,
Bar-Iron, Strap-Iron, Castings and Steel;
A large assortment of Groceries,
and a quantity of Old Rye Whisky,
of excellent quality, distilled by Martin Billmyer, A few dozen of Hopkins' first quality RAZOR-STROPS,
with Diamond Paste, &c. &c. &c. All of which is offered for sale at the most reduced prices for Cash—He therefore requests that all those who wish to get BARGAINS, will be pleased to call at his Store, below the Bridge and opposite to Mr. Shutt's tavern.
WALTER B. SELBY. Shepherd's-Town, June 24, 1808.
A list of Letters in the Post-Office at Shepherd's-Town, on the 1st July, 1808, which will be sent to the General Post-Office on the 1st of October following, if not taken out previous to that time.
 C. Benjamin Comegy, Henry Conklin, Thomas Cochran 2, Jacob Cooper.  E. John B. Evans.  F. William Ferrell, John Files, Joseph France-way.  G. Capt. William Godman.  H. John Hewett, Susan Hively.  K. Jacob Kuns.  L. Catharine Lafferty, Alexander Laman.  O. Joseph Osborn.  P. William Parrott, Edward Page.  V. James Vardler, Doct. Samuel Venable.  W. Andrew Waggoner. 
JAMES BROWN, P. M. July 8, 1808.
NOTICE.
Those who do not come forward and lift their due bills in my hands, before the 1st of August next, will have suit brought against them for the amount of the same.
LEVI PRICE.
Martinsburg, July 8, 1808.
LANDS for sale.
A BARGAIN may be had in the purchase of the places where John Files and Basil Cross now reside, containing five hundred acres of good lime stone LAND, binding on Opecon-Creek, distant about five miles from this place and six from Shepherd's-Town. The buildings are comfortable, with a mill-seat on Opecon.—The title good, the price low and the payments will be made easy to a punctual man. Those who are inclined to buy, may know the terms on application to John Baker, Esq. at Shepherd's-Town.
BENJAMIN ODEN. Martinsburg, Nov. 20, 1807.
Blank Replevin Bonds, for sale at this Office.
From the NORTH AMERICAN.
We cannot omit the opportunity of professing our respect for the productions of the gentleman, whom we introduce under the name of VALIUS. The uncommon clearness, force and candor of his argument, are further recommended by his urbanity and disinterested manner of acting. It is only in the times of public peril, and when palpable errors of hollow and dangerous demagogues require active exertions, that such a writer could be drawn, for a moment, from the more congenial scenes of an amiable seclusion.
LETTER I.
To the Editor of the North American.
SIR, WERE it not for the degrading epithets, and perpetual insults, heaped upon every one who bears the political character of a Federalist, by the democratic prints, perhaps the effect of a destructive policy might be borne in silence, until the experience of the people dictated the necessity of a change. But if, in addition to the oppression of a delusive system, we are to be stigmatized as Tories—the enemies of our liberty and our country, it is difficult, for even the most moderate, to suppress his indignation; nor could these charges be so objectionable, had they the least shadow of foundation in truth, or did they grow out of the feelings of our own countrymen.
The most conspicuous characters, who bear the honourable distinction of Federalists, are native born Americans, whose political exertions, calculating upon the axioms of nature, must flow from the love of our country, our laws, and our liberty; but the most prominent characters who have thus undertaken to traduce and vilify our native citizens, are nothing more than the offspring of foreign passion; whose political zeal, to calculate upon the same principle, cannot arise so much out of a love for our country, our laws, or our liberty, as it does from the heat of foreign attachments and antipathies. Their political creed was formed on the other side of the Atlantic; and in this country, under the impulse of nature and early impressions, they are now, though perhaps insensibly, pleading the cause of the friends, and denouncing the enemies, whom they left behind them. They have not arrived in our country with a view of enlisting themselves into American principles; but I fear their exertions too evidently imply a design to bring Americans into their attachments and antipathies. For by the encouragement of foreign opposite principles, we find the whole union divided upon a foreign subject; our native citizens rallying themselves in opposition to one another under foreign banners. But this theme is not my present object. I would remark, however, that any opposition to these principles shall never attract my notice. I can readily allow, that he who has a principle and the impudence to stigmatize an honest American, in his own country, without cause or provocation, will not be wanting in pouring out slander for his own defence.
The substance of what I shall now consider, will principally refer to a comparison between the effects of the two opposite administrations of our general government. In pursuing this subject, I consider myself only exercising that right, which belongs to every citizen; but which, according to the language of the present ruling party, they would make it appear, belongs to themselves exclusively; and thus require a tame and silent submission to all their operations, whether good or evil.
Such principles, however, tho' they may escape the notice of many honest Americans, and even flourish for a while, yet their time must now be of short duration. Base coin may also circulate for a while, and even maintain the confidence of a deluded people, but experience must sooner or later, expose its authors to the contempt of an injured world; and then it is but natural that they should make every possible defence.
Such is the condition of our present political theory. That policy, which has obtained so general a currency for several years, seems now unable to bear the test of time and events. It now begins to lose its delusive aspect, and its baser quality is obvious to every honest eye. A political confusion, and a general con-
sternation, have proved to be its consequence, and the people are about to reward its authors with that contempt, which the value of their services require. A general burst of indignation is issued by the citizens throughout the union, and a general struggle is made by the ruling party to maintain their power.
Freely to examine the political occurrences of our country, has always been esteemed, by the true patriot, amongst our sacred rights. But this right may be exercised, without the empty sound of common-place epithet, in which there is no proof. A declamation that a native Federalist, perhaps one of the founders of our present government, is a tory, an aristocrat, or the friend of England, in opposition to his own country, without any evidence to this effect can only prove, that such wicked assertions are made for the want of argument.
A comparison between the policy of our government, under the administration of Washington and Adams, with its policy under the administration of Jefferson, should be allowed to be made without incurring the odium of any honest citizen. But this is seldom to be effected, without censure from the designing and the wicked; and more particularly so, when one policy had proved its salutary effect, while the other is daily unfolding its destructive consequence; for in proportion to the rottenness of a cause, so are its authors anxious to defend it, and to stifle every species of investigation. And thus find the clamour of the democratic prints to increase, in all sort of abuse and scurrility, upon a party long since out of power, as the effect of the present destructive policy becomes more evident. But this clamour will avail them nothing. So soon as the wisdom of our citizens shall lead us from the present policy, its authors cannot be forgotten; they must expect some attention for their services; and no doubt but they will be rewarded with their favourite condition, of "dignified retirement." But to point out who these are, let every honest man look around him. They are sufficiently known.
The comparison between two opposite theories will require a short consideration of both—to which I shall proceed in my next.
I trust fully to make it appear, that the continuation of our original principles would have roused us by this time, to the highest respect amongst the nations of the world, clear of embarrassment, and free to continue the advantages of a neutral nation; but that the policy pursued by our present administration, has been directly such as could only produce that political confusion under which we are now to suffer.
VALIUS.
LETTER II.
To the Editor of the North American.
SIR, I even trust it will not be forgotten or denied, that the prominent features of that policy by which our government was regulated, under the Federal administrations, prescribed the necessity, that in order to maintain an honourable peace, we should always be prepared, in some degree, for war. The experience of all ages has proved, from the wickedness of human nature, as individuals of society are unable to obtain justice from all those who surround them, except by some union or law to enforce it; so it has also more clearly proved, that no nation has ever been able to obtain the justice of others, except by some physical force to command it.
The present political state of the world particularly illustrates this principle. Even the justice of Heaven, or the servility of slaves, would not shield us from the insults and oppression of the present European powers. Holland, Italy, Switzerland, Genoa, Portugal, and many others, had committed no injustice toward the French nation, but still they were overpowered; subjected, in the first instance, to heavy contributions, and now doomed to a tyrant's oppression. Hamburg and Bremen had done nothing to offend the power of France; but their wealth was a sufficient allure to the avarice of human nature supported by power; repeated and heavy contributions were levied upon them, and they are now also doomed to

that degree of homage which may suit the Emperor of France. Prussia had not only avoided any injustice towards France; but, thro' avarice and a fancied security in the pretended friendship, she was even treacherous towards other nations. She promoted the overgrown power of France upon the unjust destruction of her neighbouring governments; and afterwards became a victim to it. Such is the picture of the wicked propensities of human nature in all ages, drawn from the practice of a few years.
Under these impressions, founded upon the experience of more remote ages, our illustrious Washington took the earliest opportunity, after the establishment of the federal government, to recommend, also the establishment of some means of national defence.
This was accordingly commenced in a small military and naval arrangement; which being regulated by the wisdom of Congress, was gradually progressing during the whole of the Federal administration, without burdening the nation with the expense of a large army, nor yet leaving us entirely destitute of some individuals acquainted with the art of war, a small number of troops was considered necessary for the double purpose of inducing some men of talents to enter upon a military life, and as a school for these officers; while it might also be considered as so much towards the national defence. The peculiar advantage of this arrangement would appear, by diffusing military skill through a large body of troops, which a sudden case of emergency might require to be raised; and which, without some such arrangement, would be, for a long time, little better than an armed mob. The militia throughout the union, deriving instruction from the same general fund, when called to the field, would more rapidly acquire the qualifications of soldiers. A system thus operated upon, affords the means of defence upon the most economical scale; and also evades the danger to be apprehended from large standing armies; nor could such armies be so efficacious a defence on account of the extension of our territory.
Many other things were attributed to the Federal administration in regard to the army establishment, with a view to stigmatize their measures. When the insults of France made a provisional army necessary as a means of defence, this was proclaimed, as a step towards the assumption of power by the government. But as that army was both raised and when the cause of danger had subsided, it was disbanded by the same party, the illiberal abuse reflected upon them, must now be considered, by the honest citizens, only as a deceitful exertion to remove them from office.
It might also be objected, by those who are warped into the confidence with France, (and many such are found amongst our democratic citizens, from other countries) that the measure was useless; because these men were never called to action. To this there is a ready answer. It ever was the maxim of a wise man to place himself in such a posture of defence, that his enemies would not dare to attack him. Washington recommended a force to quell the Western Insurrection, which put it beyond a doubt, that they would make no resistance; and thus saved the lives of our citizens on both sides. But Jefferson recommended a Mediterranean squadron so weak, that after the destruction of many British vessels, it was found insufficient for the purpose intended. The consequence was, that a much longer and more expensive equipment was made necessary, than would have been sufficient in the first instance.
It should be observed, however, that the neglect of the army arrangement, was not so material as the destruction of the arrangement for the navy.
Our small naval establishment was commenced by the building of a few frigates, and the appropriation of a small sum annually to the purchase of such materials, as would enable us to enlarge our force, with the greatest dispatch, at a subsequent period, when occasion might require it. This gradual increase, though so trivial in each year as to be imperceptible to any individual, (perhaps not exceeding four cents per head throughout the union) would have been at this time, of such importance as to enable us to command that neutrality to which we are entitled. If to the force thus gradually to have been acquired, we add the saving to the nation which would have resulted from a moderate protection of our commerce, by a firm resistance of the encroachments upon it, carried on with impunity, and to the great profit of belligerents for many
years; and also to these add the amount of loss occasioned by the present inability to maintain our neutral independence, which loss cannot be less than one half the annual exports of domestic produce, say only twenty millions, besides the loss of commercial profits for the time, and loss of our valuable seamen, the whole will represent a force so formidable, that even the gigantic power of France or Great-Britain, would gladly purchase our neutrality at a high price, in preference to bringing us into the contest against either of them. Our weight in either scale, would have given it a decided preponderance; and thus we might have had our choice of both, or neither. In this estimation, I have not included the weight which our commerce would command; and the loss to arise from a continuation of our present national degradation.
The objection that all naval arrangements should be discontinued, because we are unable to cope with the power of Britain, will by no means apply to the interest of America. There is a wide difference between a force calculated for conquest and naval combat, and a force only calculated for commercial defence. In one case fleets of armed vessels appear at sea with a view of breaking the maritime power of their enemies; in the other they only appear as the guards of commerce. And should some of them occasionally be lost, the nation would derive a full remuneration in the property protected by them. The loss of property captured unjustly, is certainly much greater than the expense of a few armed vessels, and the loss of some of them occasionally; which loss never could happen, unless we were at open war. But to protect our dignity is the greatest security for peace.
The effect of the federal policy from 1794 to 1798, when we had scarcely commenced the maritime defence, and when the depredations upon our commerce both by France and England was carried to the greatest possible extent, should clearly prove what would have been the effect of a continuation of that policy. England was immediately brought into a treaty, by which our neutrality was secured, and restitution was made for illegal captures. France, it is true, either despising our insignificant force, or calculating upon our submission, continued her lawless depredations upon our commerce. But the government of a free and independent nation, discovering that an appeal to the honor of France availed us nothing, made an immediate appeal to our arms. The consequence was that after a short combat, by which France discovered herself in an unprofitable contest, and which increased as our force was augmented against her, a treaty was obtained on honorable terms—and thus securing our neutrality we continued in uninterrupted prosperity, until we were arrested by the effect of a change in the politics of our general government; nor did this effect appear so evidently until some time after the change had taken place. The progressive insults and encroachments upon our national dignity, was the progressive consequence of abandoning those principles which had bought and maintained them; or in other words, the consequence of altering the principles and practice of our government.
In this short consideration, I have endeavoured to measure my argument upon the principles of nature; and as it must evidently prove, upon the greatest human certainty, that a continuation of the Federal policy, would have brought us to this period in peace with all the world, provided us a national defence, increased our public and private affluence, and raised us to the highest degree of national dignity, so it shall be more clearly proved, in another argument, founded upon the same calculation, that the very policy of our present rulers has been directly such as could only invite piratical imposition, national insult, and the humiliating consideration of being thus driven from our rights in the high road of nations.
It would certainly be unfair to measure the value of any policy by one year's experience only. We must retrospect the whole. We must not commence with the embargo measure; but fairly consider those which lead to it. But even this dreadful measure, under the circumstances, and in the manner in which it is imposed, shall clearly appear, in my next, only as a continuation of that destructive policy, which has nearly sealed our national degradation.
VALIUS.
[To be continued.]
Domestic Intelligence.
Philadelphia, July 13.
We are told that capt. Palmer, of the schooner June , in six days from Passamaquoddy, states, that the British June packet had arrived at Halifax, where it was reported that Mr. Rose was soon to return to the United States.
It is also stated on the same authority, that the May packet, which carried an account of the adjournment of Congress, had arrived in England.
Philadelphia, July 14.
We yesterday mentioned the arrival of the British June Packet at Halifax. Captain Carman, arrived at this port from Passamaquoddy, says, that he there saw a London paper, brought by the Packet, which stated that Mr. Rose was to return to America, with Plenipotentiary Powers, in the Latona frigate; and that Copenhagen had been again taken possession of by the British. Captain Carman is well known in this city as a man of veracity.
It is said the packet arrived in the short passage of seventeen days.
Our readers will recollect, that in Saturday's Gazette, we stated that the Spaniards had risen, attacked, and beat the French army that had entered Spain; that the British squadron off Cadiz was hourly expected to join the Spanish fleet there, to protect and convoy the king of Spain and royal family to South America.
This news was communicated to us by Captain Van Beuren, of the brig Thomas Jefferson , from Madeira—which place he left the 26th of May, and he received it from a respectable mercantile house in that place. At first we were inclined to believe that this was a mere report, and not entitled to much credit. But, from the following intelligence, which we yesterday received from capt. Sheffield, of the sch. Mary-Ann , we are induced to believe there is some foundation for the news per capt. Van Beuren. Hear what capt. Sheffield says:
Captain Sheffield, on his arrival at Gibraltar, the 14th of May, found 22 sail of British transports full of troops, getting under way, and was informed by an officer in the health office boat which boarded him, that they were bound to Cadiz to take possession of that place, which, he said, the Spaniards had given up to the British.—Capt. S. came through the Gut with the above fleet, and left them steering for Cadiz.
ALEXANDRIA, July 18.
Capt. H. Horton, who arrived at Sag Harbour, on Friday from Machias, informs that he saw there a handbill, issued from St. John's, which gave an account of a great naval engagement in the Mediterranean, in which the French were defeated. The English acknowledge to have lost 5,000 men, and three ships which blew up during the engagement.
The following extract of a letter from St. Croix, is from a gentleman of the first respectability at that place, to his friend in this city. It confirms beyond all doubt, the intelligence before received on this important subject.
[New-York Gazette.]
EXTRACT—St. Croix, June 23.
"By a vessel arrived at Trinidad, which left Gibraltar about the 20th of May, it is reported that violent commotions had taken place in Spain in consequence of the French having attempted to carry off the prince of Asturias lately declared king; as a prisoner to France, and that a number of French troops had been massacred in different places; in consequence of which Buonaparte was carrying fire and sword through that devoted country. Such was the consternation, it was said, that the people of Cadiz were in, that they had sent an offer to Gibraltar to deliver up the city and fleet to us, and that Lord Collingwood and general Spencer had actually left that fortress with a competent number of ships and five thousand men to carry into effect this important measure."
"It is not at all surprising that the state of extreme wretchedness to which the people of Spain are reduced by the detestable tyrant and his minions, should drive them to acts of the highest desperation."
"Flour was down to twelve and fifteen dollars per barrel."
Extract of a letter from a gentleman of the army, at the Cantonment, on the Missouri, dated the 30th of May last. "Boats arrive every day from the In-
dian country, giving an account of the Indians murdering whites, such as traders, hunters, &c. they represent them as extremely impudent, saucy and overbearing. We have had between three and four hundred here for some time past, who are making preparations to go to war with some of the nations higher up the Missouri, and have been leaving here for two or three days for that purpose."
New-York, July 9.
Intelligence has been received in this city from a respectable commercial house in Madeira, under date of May 26th, stating, that the Spaniards had risen, attacked, and beaten the French army in Spain; and that the British squadron off Cadiz was expected to co-operate with the Spanish in conveying Charles IV. and his royal family to South America. It was a report current in the British fleet off Lisbon, that the Portuguese squadron, on its voyage to Rio Janeiro, had captured four Spanish frigates, having on board forty millions of dollars.
Extract of a letter from one of the first mercantile houses in London, dated May 7, 1808, received by the Osage .
"We are very glad to be able to say that there now seems to be no doubt of the friendly relations between our countries being restored, and we hope soon. Your messenger with dispatches, for your minister; Whose arrival has been some time anxiously looked for has at length arrived, and we trust nothing will arise to retard the negotiation and prevent the restoration of our commerce with the U. States to its accustomed level."
NORFOLK, July 9.
The Chesapeake frigate went down to Hampton roads on Saturday, but the wind coming to the eastward she could not get to sea. It is expected she will go out to-day.
Ports and places to which an American ship may sail without being subject to seizure and confiscation under the British orders or French decrees; with the amount of produce exported, foreign and domestic to each according to official documents.
   Domestic. Foreign.     To Swedish W. Indies $416,509 911,135   Madeira 528,978 69,194   Azores 21,957 14,076   Cape de Verds 15,237 44,113   Morocco & Barbary states 8,358 34,984   China 84,022 113,258   Africa 369,924 1,026,632   South Seas 3,385 3,368   N. W. coast of America 10,777 92,933   Floridas 146,376 837,178   Spanish W. Indies & Colonies 2,470,473 9,870,753   Campeachy and Musquitos shore 146,376 837,178   Canaries 158,990 306,637   Turkey, Levant and Egypt 4,530 424,837   French W. Indies 2,901,326 2,968,816   Bourbon and Mauritius 141,247 149,191   Dutch East Indies 79,880 369,836  
Our trade to the above named places is not subject to interruption under the Berlin or Milan decrees of the French, or the British orders in council, and although it is small in comparison with our whole trade, it nevertheless amounts to nearly seven millions and a half of our domestic, and nearly seventeen million of foreign produce.
It will be very clearly discovered that it is owing to the British orders in council, not pursuing the French decrees in their injustice to the full extent, that our trade to the Spanish, French and Dutch colonies, is left without interruption, and amounts to six millions of our domestic, and upwards of fourteen millions of foreign produce.
On the 23d of November a committee of merchants in London having desired an explanation of the orders in council of the 11th of that month, the following is the explanation given by order in council:
"American vessels may proceed from the ports of the United States to the ports of the colonies belonging to the enemy, and direct back to the ports of the United States."
Unless the French and their allies interrupt us bound to their own colonies, or if they will confine themselves to the decrees of Berlin and Milan, ships of the U. S. have a considerable trade, free from any interruption.
The amount of imports into the U. States from the places exempted in the orders and decrees of France and England, greatly exceed the amount exported, principally from the valuable cargoes imported from China, Batavia and Arabia.
The occasional and temporary blockade of a port or island, does not affect the truth of our statement in a general sense.
(Norfolk Ledger.)
The French agents in Morocco are making great exertion to bring on a war between Morocco and the English; while the latter are courting Moorish friendship by liberal presents.
Mercantile Ad.
WASHINGTON CITY, July 18.
On Saturday arrived at the Navy-Yard, the French national brig Surveillante , of eighteen guns. She is last from Guadaloupe, having made her passage in twelve days. On casting anchor she fired a salute, which was returned from the yard. She brings no European news. The commander states the price of flour at Guadaloupe to have been forty dollars a barrel, and beef the same price. Coffee was at thirteen cents the pound, and sugar at four dollars the cwt. The quantity of flour on hand was incon-

derable, and the last supply had been obtained from the British Islands in the neighborhood.
MARTINSBURG, July 22.
Died.
On Monday morning last, Mrs. ELIZABETH RUST , wife of Mr. Jonathan Rust of this town.
From the Boston Repertory, of July 5.
With the most heartfelt sorrow, we must discharge a solemn and painful duty, in announcing to the public, the death of the Hon. FISHER AMES . This event, so mournful to his bereaved family, so distressing to his numerous friends, and so unfortunate for a nation, which in him has lost one of its brightest ornaments, took place, at Dedham, yesterday about 4 o'clock in the morning. His funeral is appointed at four o'clock to-morrow afternoon. We are unable at this afflictive moment, to prepare any comment upon his character.
We understand that the Senior and Junior Classes of Harvard University contemplate attending the sepulture of this distinguished patriot.
As every particular, relative to the last moments of a man so beloved, will be interesting to the public, we copy the following billet, written to a friend in this town.
DEDHAM, Saturday morning July 2.
MY DEAR SIR,
I fear all hope is at an end. Our beloved friend seems sinking fast—that mind once luminous, as a sun-beam, is now darkened, confused and broken. During the whole of yesterday except, perhaps, an hour in the morning, when awake he was confused and unable to command his recollection or connect his ideas—he took scarcely any thing, and complained of pains and numbness in his limbs and extremities—he was very much confused and restless the fore part of last night, slept some the latter part, but seems a little lower than yesterday morning.
DEDHAM, Monday morning July 4.
MY DEAR SIR,
Our hopes and fears are now at rest! The eyes of our beloved friend just witnessed the light of this Anniversary and then closed forever! At 4 this morning, his pure and bright spirit left its earthly tabernacle and fled to the mansions of celestial light and bliss! May it not be a prelude to the departure of our liberties and independence!
CEDITE ROMANI—CEDITE GRAIL
Beyond the glare of Greek or Roman names, We loy'd the purer light of virtuous AMES, That light expires—and on the fatal morn When rose loud Peans for a NATION BORN, He clos'd his weary eyes. See where he sleeps; O'er his pale form bereav'd COLUMBA weeps. On thy green banks, fair Charles how rides the bloom, How are thy City temples ling'd with gloom! Mid cherish'd trophies of departed years, Moves the dim train "of sorrows and of fears." The good man's sorrows for the patriot dead; Such tears as hover'd round his dying bed. His Country's dullest fate his soul distress'd; GOD saw his grief—and call'd him to his Rest.
It is at length ascertained that MUNGO PARKER , the celebrated traveller in the interior of Africa, is no more. The British parliament have granted to his widow 3236l. 10s. sterling, and to Mr. ANDERSON , father of Mr. ANDERSON , who accompanied Mr. Parker , 1035l. ( Charles. Cou. )
"In the situation in which England has placed the continent, especially since her decrees of the 11th November, his majesty has no doubt of a declaration of war against her by the United States, whatever transient sacrifices war may occasion, they will not believe it consistent either with their interest or dignity, to acknowledge the monstrous principle, and the anarchy which that government wishes to establish on the seas. If it be useful and honorable for all nations to cause the true maritime law of nations to be re-established, and to avenge the insults committed by England against every flag, it is indispensable for the United States, who from the extent of their commerce, have oftener to complain of those violations. WAR EXISTS THEN IN FACT BETWEEN ENGLAND and the UNITED STATES; AND HIS MAJESTY considers it as declared from the day on which England published her decrees! In that persuasion, HIS MAJESTY , ready to consider the United States as ASSOCIATED with the cause of all powers, who have to defend themselves against England, has not taken any definitive measures against the American vessels
in our ports—He has ordered that they should remain sequestered, until a decision may be had thereon, according to the dispositions which shall have been expressed by the government of the United States."
Thus wrote the insolent dependent of a haughty and blood-stained usurper, to the Ambassador of a free and independent nation. In the records of pride there does not exist so insulting a declaration. It ought to strike alarm to the heart of every American! It ought to be viewed as a specimen of what may be expected, from the masters, that many among us are preparing for our humbled country. It ought to be read from the house-tops, and pasted upon every corner, that men may hear and see the insults and dishonour offered to their injured country. And yet, will it be believed, that a press is suffered to exist, and not only suffered and patronized and fostered by those who insolently pretend to be the exclusive friends of their country, re-echoing the very sentiments and words of Champagne, and attempting to direct us to the very course of that policy thus insultingly prescribed to us by a ferocious despot. Yes, it must be believed. Americans, behold it—you cannot too often peruse it—let it be indelibly engraven on your hearts, that when the hour of danger approaches, you may know your true enemies.
[Baltimore Federal Republican.]
From the Washington Federalist of July 13.
The contents, of the official advices received from France and England by the Osage have not been suffered to transpire. Indeed, judging from the past, it is not to be expected. In this period of danger and alarm, it appears our rulers have adopted a system of mysterious secrecy, and fitful intrigue, which will either not bear the light, or else the people are thought unworthy to be trusted with a knowledge of their own affairs. We are perfectly aware that negotiations, to be conducted advantageously, must not be at all times unfolded to the public view; but we also know that there are a thousand things in which the interest of the people is deeply involved that may at any time properly be divulged, without in any degree embarrassing the government, or defeating its honest views. We know that the government of England always take care to let their merchants know the political relations of the country, that they may calculate their risks, and regulate their enterprizes; and we know that in former times the same policy was pursued in this country. But now, that we have an administration of speculating philosophers saddled upon us, our merchants instead of having their views enlightened, are held in utter darkness, and instead of their enterprize being encouraged it is absolutely cut off—destroyed, without either necessity or reason.
This system of secrecy which has been adopted, and is now so steadily pursued, by the present men in power, is more threatening to our constitution, than all other dangers combined. If not speedily checked—if that blind confidence in men which gives birth to and tolerates it, be not withdrawn, it will form an avenue through which some daring adventurer will pass to a throne, erected on the ruin of his country's liberties. It is a fact, that during the last nine months, there has been more of mystery and concealment on the part of administration, than was practised during the twelve years the government was administered by the federalists. It behoves the people to look to these things.
In our last we stated that Mr. Lewis undeniably confirmed the declaration of Bonaparte, that we should no longer remain neutral. We have since had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Lewis, and find the expression used, was rather too strong. It might be inferred from it that he knew the fact. The statement of the affair is this. A deputation of the merchants of Bordeaux waited on Bonaparte, soliciting permission to carry on their trade in brandy through the medium of neutrals. The answer of the emperor to the request, as it was reported among the Americans in Paris, was, that there should be no neutrals.
We take a pleasure in making this corrected statement, because we have no wish to misrepresent the language of others, nor to induce improper impressions on the public mind.
From another expression in the same article, it might be inferred that Mr. Lewis was indecorously treated in France, as it is particularly mentioned that he was decorously treated in England. That gentleman assures us that his reception and treatment in both countries was perfectly friendly and respectful—that in both they had some dif-
ficulty with the custom-house officers on their arrival, but that they were promptly removed on a representation to the respective governments. In both L'Orient and Falmouth, the Osage was treated as a national vessel, and paid no port charges. [ Ibid. ]
We are told, and there seems no reason to doubt its correctness, that William Duane, the editor of the Aurora, is appointed a Lieutenant colonel in the Army of the United States.
This is a piece of intelligence which we are fully aware, must fill the whole people of this country with astonishment and indignation. What could induce such an appointment, and how will the secretary of war account to the people of Pennsylvania for so great an indignity offered to them. What had become of all the revolutionary patriots and heroes of that state, to which it appears an officer of this rank was assigned? Are they all dead, or are they all federalists, that this imported incendiary—this calumniator of Washington should alone be found worthy of that appointment? Did Mr. Duane apply for it? If so, government, perhaps, are not so much to blame as might be imagined. They are in his power, and their reputation depended on complying with his demand. Had he asked the chief command, it must have been given him. If he has solicited this rank we ought to thank him for his moderation.
But may it not be a stroke of policy—a kind of purchase on the part of the secretary of war? We know that Mr. Duane has supported Mr. Madison for the next presidency. We also know that the learned, sagacious and polite secretary is friendly to the election of Mr. Clinton. Duane's paper has great influence on the minds of the democrats. If it could be brought over to the Clinton interest, it might do wonders, and what way more likely to effect this most desirable purpose than by garnishing Col. Duane's shoulders with a pair of epaulettes, and clapping him a stride of his hobby horse. Only let him mount his hobby, and he cares but little what course he steers.
As we mean in a few days to pay our respects to the right honorable secretary, we may perhaps make this appointment the subject of one of our gratulatory salutations. [ Ibid. ]
We are happy to notice the nomination in the New Hampshire papers of the federal candidates for electors to congress; and to observe their claims, for public support, enforced with zeal and ability. The people of that state require nothing more than information to proceed correctly, in dispensing their elective power. This information can alone be given thro' the press. We must therefore hold that paper as unworthy of support, which shall neglect or refuse to render the approaching elections every possible aid, by duly instructing the people in the way they ought to walk.
[Boston Gaz.]
We are told that Mr. Pinckney has forwarded to our government a number of propositions as the basis of a commercial treaty between this country and England, submitted to him by the British government. They propose placing the United States on the footing of the most favoured nation in all commercial points, so soon as we chuse to renew her trade. Mr. Erskine, it is rumoured, is authorised to proceed in the arrangement of this subject. We cannot, however, state any thing respecting it with certainty. [ Wash. Fed. ]
Mr. Erskine, the English minister, arrived in the City on last evening from Philadelphia. We believe he received dispatches from his government by the Packet, which arrived at New-York on the 6th. It is rumoured that he is authorised to enter into a friendly discussion of the differences existing between the two governments. [ Ibid. ]
Has the time ever been when Bonaparte has evinced a disposition to conciliate? When his measures have been changed it has been to render them more oppressive and severe. He has done what Great-Britain never attempted, to bully us into submission to his unjust, overbearing and tyrannical treatment. [ Balt. Federal Republican. ]
Col. Burr has arrived at Halifax, Nova Scotia. It appears he has had conferences with the General and Admiral; and it was rumoured he was to have charge of an important military expedition against Pensacola. [ Wash. Fed. ]
Nineteen years ago, THIS DAY, July 14, the Bastille was levelled to the ground by a Parisian populace! What is now the situation of the world? Millions since that period have fallen to gratify the worst of passions! Human blood has inundated Europe—and Europe is now in no better situation—Indeed, the tyranny and unaccountable success of Napoleon threatens the universe with destruction—the unoffending do not escape his wrath—ALL is levelled before his mighty power!—May a MIGHTIER power interfere, and save!
[New-York Gazette.]
Extract of a letter from Bordeaux, dated the 9th of June.—"Since our last flour has declined in price; in consequence of the importation by the fleet being very considerable."
"We have plenty of salted provisions from Ireland, and Cheap, and an overstock of both dry and pickled fish from Halifax and Newfoundland."
"You have calculated erroneously in America, if you expect to starve the British Islands by your Embargo. We are beginning to find that we have reason to think that the only great sufferers by this would-be starving system, will be yourselves."
[American Daily Advertiser.]
History of Miranda's Expedition.
OLIVER and MUNROZ intend putting to press the History of Miranda's late attempt to revolutionize South America , in a series of Letters, by a gentleman who was an officer in the enterprize, to a friend in the U. States.
The manuscript has been inspected by several gentlemen of taste and literary eminence, who pronounce it a highly valuable and interesting work. The merit of it alone would entitle it to the patronage of the public; but when it is remembered that general MIRANDA is now in England, making preparations for going again to South America, and that colonel BURN is now on his passage there, it cannot fail to excite particular interest. It is thus noticed by a member of the legislature of Massachusetts to the editor of the North Star.
"A young gentleman whom I knew five years ago as an officer in the navy of the U. States, and which he left honorably, has lately returned from Miranda's Expedition , into which he had been seduced by falsehood; and has shown me a history of that enterprize in detail from the day of leaving New-York until its dissolution. The unstudied simplicity of the narrative carries conviction of its truth. I have advised its publication; so have other gentlemen of more deserving weight of character than myself. It has so much of incident that it will engage the curious reader; so much of extravagance as to seize on the adventurous; so much of disaster as to fix on sensibility, and carries proof of such depraved hypocrisy in the leader as to interest every lover of truth. Because I wish every tub to stand on its own bottom, I wish the exposure should go to the public. Render unto Cesar the things that are Cesar's."
* * * Printers throughout the union are desired to insert the above in their respective papers.
OBSERVE THIS.
The subscribers will pay cash (at six cents per lb.) for all clean Linen Rags delivered at their Paper Mill in Chambersburg.
SAMUEL PURVIANCE, JOHN COLHOUN.
Chambersburg, July 22, 1808. [6w]
TAKEN up trespassing on the subscriber's plantation, near Opeckon creek, a sorrel Horse, seven years old, fourteen and an half hands high, his left hind foot and right fore leg white, blaze face, shod all round, no perceivable brand, and appraised to sixty dollars. The owner is desired to prove property, pay charges, and take him away.
JOHN MYERS.
July 23, 1808.
The following BLANKS, printed with NEW and ELEGANT TYPE, are always kept for sale at this Office: DEEDS, Common BONDS, CONSTABLE'S BLANKS, Promissory NOTES, &c.

PROPOSALS for printing by SUBSCRIPTION, The Armenian Skeleton, BY WILLIAM HUNTINGTON.
THE publisher has been induced to offer a new American edition of this work to the public from the scarcity of it, (it being almost out of print) and with the hope that its circulation will be a great public good, and have a tendency to point out to searchers after righteousness the true path in which it may be found. He trusts that it will richly repay those for its perusal who are in search after Divine truths; all who wish to see the glorious Gospel promoted and spread through our land, he doubts not, will feel a disposition to encourage this scarce and valuable work.
The publisher is not actuated by interested views in offering this work to the public; his sole object is the dissemination of truths necessary for every human creature to be acquainted with; he only wishes to obtain as many subscribers as will pay for the printing, his own situation being such as to put it out of his power to have it republished without the aid of others.
The work will probably make from 250 to 300 duodecimo pages; it shall be well printed on good paper, and the price, half-bound, shall not exceed one dollar; those who wish them bound in leather can have them at the additional expense of binding; if the number of subscribers should be equal to his expectation, the price in all probability will be less.
The work will be put to press as soon as a sufficient number of subscribers are obtained to pay for the printing.
Subscriptions received at the office of the Intelligencer.
JOHN HUTCHINSON. June 3, 1808.
The subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has just received, in addition to his former stock, a large assortment of Dry Goods and Groceries , among which are the following uncommon articles in this place,
London P. Madeira Wine, warranted twelve years old,
Sound Port and Sherry Wine,
Porter, Cheese, Anchovies, Capers, Olives and Cucumbers,
Bordeaux Brandy, ditto Sallad Oil,
Cogniac Brandy,
Jamaica Spirits 4th proof,
Holland Gin do. &c. &c.
All of which will be sold on the most reduced prices for Cash.
James Faulkner. Martinsburg, June 17, 1808.
BATH.
THE subscribers, appointed at the last session of the General Assembly, Trustees for the town of Bath, Berkeley County Virginia, are informed that a number of persons who have been advised to use the waters of this place, are deterred from visiting it, from an apprehension of its unhealthiness. They deem it their duty to state to the public, that the mill-pond to which the former sickness of persons at Bath is almost exclusively to be ascribed, has been long since entirely dry, in consequence of the dam having been taken down, and that the inhabitants of the town have enjoyed their usual health for more than a year past, and of course, during the summer and fall of the last year. We are entirely satisfied that these Springs may be resorted to as formerly without any risque to the health of visitors, from the cause above mentioned.
The Commissioners have had the Baths repaired, and are taking measures for cleansing the streets, cellars, &c. They intend, as far as the powers given them by law will permit, to fit the place for the comfortable accommodation of those to whom the use of the waters may be necessary.
ELISHA BOYD, JOHN BAKER, HENRY ST. G. TUCKER, DAVID HUNTER, RAWLEIGH COLSTON, PHILIP C. PENDLETON. Berkeley County, Virginia, July 1, 1808.
BAR-IRON.
WE have now on hand a complete assortment of Antietam BAR-IRON , which we intend keeping constantly.
R. WORTHINGTON, & Co. Shepherd's-Town, May 20, 1808.
The highest price given in Cash, for clean Linen and Cotton Rags, at this Office.
ATTENTION!
THE Martinsburg Independent Blues are requested to be punctual in their attendance at their usual place of parade, on the first Saturday in August next, at 11 o'clock, A. M. for the purpose of training and receiving their Arms and Accoutrements.
JAMES FAULKNER, Captain. A Fifer wanted, to whom generous wages will be given. July 15, 1808.
THE subscriber will exchange Jewelry, or any kind of Silver work, for good new Feathers.
JOSEPH M'FEELY. Martinsburg, July 15, 1808.
RAN away from the subscriber about the 1st of this month, a girl named Peggy Brewer, bound by her parents; she is about fourteen years old; she took with her a variety of clothing. SIX CENTS reward will be given to any person who will return said girl.
BARNET KEPHART. July 15, 1808.
THE subscribers, in addition to their former assortment, have just received and finished opening a complete and handsome variety of SPRING and SUMMER GOODS , (too extensive to particularize,) among which are an elegant assortment of Ladies' and Gentlemen's fashionable Manufactures, together with
A very general selection of the most permanent EUROPEAN, INDIAN and other Merchandise ,
the whole of which they most respectfully recommend to customers particularly, and a liberal public generally, at the most reduced Cash rates—For all former favors conferred they gratefully request permission to return public thanks, hoping in all respects relative to their line of business to merit a continuance of patronage.
THOMAS C. SMITH, & Co. Martinsburg, May 13, 1808.
PAPER MAKING.
THREE or FOUR APPRENTICES are wanted by the subscriber, to learn the PAPER-MAKING business—Lads from twelve to fifteen years of age will be preferred—This business is remarkably healthy, and holds out advantages that but very few others offer. Apply to Mr. Alburtis, in Martinsburg, or to the subscriber, at his Paper-Mill near Buckles-Town.
CONRAD COUNSELLER. July 1, 1808.
THE subscriber wishes to dispose of the FARM on which he now lives, situated in Berkeley County Virginia, near Opeckan Creek, about three miles from Martinsburg and seven from Shepherd's-Town, on the main road leading from the former to the latter place—This farm contains about three hundred acres, a part slate and a part limestone land of the first quality, about two thirds of the whole tract cleared, and now in a state of high cultivation, the balance clothed with excellent timber, which will always afford a greater quantity than the consumption of the place will require—A sufficient portion of the land can be converted into good meadow—The improvements are a very comfortable and convenient dwelling house, a large frame barn and stables, with other useful buildings; there is a spring of good water quite convenient to the dwelling, and several other springs rise on different parts of the place, furnishing a sufficient and constant supply of water throughout the year.
The subscriber being desirous to remove to the state of Ohio, will take in exchange for the above farm, land well situated and of good quality in any part of that state; or if a greater part of the price can be paid in hand, a great bargain will be given in it. The terms will be made known on application to the subscriber living on the premises.
ELI BELLER. April 29, 1808.
A variety of Blanks, for sale at this Office.
L. PRICE,
Has just received a large supply of FRESH GOODS , which he offers for sale on the lowest terms. His assortment consists, in part, of the following articles:
Mull Mull Muslins, 6-4 and 4-4 Cambric do. Leno and Spider-net do. a beautiful assortment, Cambric and Diaper Dimitys, Pocket Handkerchiefs, A Superb collection of E. Chintzes and Fancy Prints, Cotton Laces, assorted, Patent Nankeen, Grandurella, India Nankeen, Blue do. Fancy Ginghams, Lappet and Cambric Shawls, Leno do. An extensive assortment of fashionable and other Bonnets, Morocco Shoes, Fine drab Cassamers, Superfine Cloths all colours, Marseilles, assorted, Cotton hose do. Tortois Shell and Horn Combs, Fancy Velvet & President's Cord, Irish Linen, German do. Excellent Spinning Cotton, Crowley and Blister'd Steel, Bell's Crock and Dishes, S. Wine, J. Spirits, F. Brandy, Cherry Bounce, Rum, Madeira Wine, Herrings and Shad, Rappe Snuff, Imperial, Hyson, Y. Hyson and Green } TEAS,
New England CHEESE of excellent quality.
Cradling and Grass Scythes, Tip Ware, First quality Rifle powder, Common do. Shot and Lead, Sweet Oil, Spirits Turpentine, Tar, Fish Oil and Molasses, &c.
He assures the public that no person shall undersell him, and that no pains shall be spared to oblige customers.
Martinsburg, May 13, 1808.
THE subscribers have just received a handsome assortment of Antietam Bar-Iron,
ALSO Best Crowley and Blister'd Steel and Strap-Iron,
a constant supply of which they always intend keeping; they also have
Waldron's prime Cradling and German Grass SCYTHES
and a large quantity of Long's noted Sickles,
For sale on good terms. THOMAS C. SMITH, & Co. Martinsburg, June 10, 1808.
To Farmers and others.
The subscribers have thirty barrels of choice WHISKY
on hand, Virginia distilled, (equal if not superior to Pennsylvania or Maryland distilled) which they offer for sale at a moderate price, on a credit until the first day of October next.
F. NADENBOUSCH, & Co. Martinsburg June 10, 1808.
The subscriber has just received a large quantity of
Bar-Iron,
which he offers for sale on the lowest terms;
ALSO Crowley and Blister'd STEEL.
Waldron's prime Cradling Scythes
for sale at one dollar and twenty five cents;
Pendry's and Burns' SICKLES;
Pendry's are the same as Long's, he having lived with Long too years, and is allowed to make Sickles equal to him in every respect.
He sells Brown Sugar as low as it is to be had in Baltimore by the quarter cwt.
He particularly solicits all those who wish to purchase GOODS for Cash to call on him, as he will undoubtedly make it to their advantage.
LEVI PRICE. Martinsburg, June 10, 1808.
FRESH GOODS
Now opening.
THE subscribers have the pleasure to inform their friends, customers and the public generally, that they have just received and are now opening their Store (Mr. Kearsley's well-known corner) in Shepherd's-Town, a complete and handsome assortment of
SPRING and SUMMER GOODS,
consisting of almost every article in the mercantile line, which have been purchased low, and will be sold on as favorable terms as any goods that will be offered this season.
They return their thanks to all those who have been pleased to call on them since their commencement in business, and flatter themselves with a continuance of the same, as they are determined that no pains shall be spared to accommodate those who may favour them with their custom.
R. WORTHINGTON, & Co. Shepherd's-Town, May 20, 1808.
BOOT and SHOE MANUFACTORY MARTINSBURG.
THE subscriber respectfully informs his customers and the public, that he still occupies his old stand, between the Post-Office and Printing-Office, Martinsburg; that he has lately made a considerable addition to his stock of leather, (which is of the best quality) and shall constantly keep by him a large assortment, so that none who may please to employ him, will ever be disappointed; he will be careful in always keeping the best workmen, and from his own particular attention, feels an assurance, that he shall be able to give satisfaction to his customers—Boots and SHOES, of every description, will be carefully made, agreeable to directions—He intends to keep, ready-made, a variety of work for Ladies and Gentlemen—Having a large stock of Leather on hand, he will be able to give a short credit to punctilious persons who may wish it. He is thankful for the favours already received, and will endeavour in future not to be underserving encouragement.
RICHARD HICKSON. April 1, 1808.
BOOT & SHOE MANUFACTORY, Nearly opposite the Globe Tavern, Martinsburg.
THE subscriber, from a desire to advance his own interest, to place his business on a more respectable footing, to serve his customers, and to be at all times ready to answer the calls of the public, has now, and intends always to keep in his employ, some of the best and most fashionable workmen, in his line of business; he will also be constantly provided with the best leather that can be obtained—and from an assiduous attention and endeavours to please, has no doubt but that he will be able to give satisfaction to all who think proper to employ him.
Gentlemen and Ladies at a distance, who may please to favour him with their work, may depend on their commands being strictly complied with, and that by forwarding their measures accompanied with instructions, their work can be as well executed here, as at any of the most fashionable towns.
JACOB POISAL. March 25, 1808.
Take Notice.
THE subscriber earnestly requests all those who stand indebted to him, to make immediate payment, and particularly those whose notes and accounts have been standing upwards of six months; if not discharged by the first of August next, they will be put into the hands of E. Boyd, Esq. for collection, without respect to persons.
JAMES FAULKNER. Martinsburg, June 17, 1808.