Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1806-12-12 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE And PUBLICK LEDGER.  ENTHIC ETIAM SUA PREMIA LAUDI
VOL. III.]
MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 12, 1806.
[NO. 64.]
WHOLESALE PRICE-CURRENT.
NORFOLK, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1806.
   ARTICLES. per From To Remarks.     BACON lb. 10 15   Beef, cargo bbl. 8 50   Prime 9 50 10   Mess 13   Brandy, Sp. 1st p. gal. 80 81   2d p. 82 83   3d p. 84 87   4th p. 90 93   Fr. 3d p. 1 4 1 10   4th p. 1 10 1 15   Peach, 90   Apple, new, 50   Bread, Pilot 100lb. 6   Navy. 4 50   Ship 3   Butter, Export. lb. 16 18   Candles, Dipt 19   Mould 22   Sperm. 54   Coal, English bus. None.   Virginia 22   Cocoa, Island 100lb. 20 22   Caracas 51 53   Coffee, W. India lb. 30 32   Cordage, Country 100lb. 15   Foreign 10 11   Cotton, Geo. Upland lb. 23 24 Scarce.   Sea Island   St. Domingo 28   Surinam   Duck, American bolt. None Scarce   Ravens 16 17   Russia 20 22   Holland 26 28   No. 1 to 7, English 34 40   Flour, Sup. bbl. 7   Fine 6 6 50   X Middlings 5 5 50   Middlings 5   Fish, Cod, dry quin. 3 50 4   Herrings bbl. 4 25 4 50   Shad 7   Fustick ton. 40 42   Gin, Holland, 1st p. gal. 1 10 1 15   N. E. 1st p. 68 70 None   Grain, Wheat bus.   Corn 70 75   Barley   Oats 30   Hemp, Russian ton. 275   Hides, Dried lb. 10 12   Hog's-Lard 16   Indigo, Floatant None   N. Orleans None   Iron, Pig ton. None   American ref. 120 125   Russia 100   Logwood, Bay 55 60   Camp. 65   Meal, Kiln-dried bbl. 4 4 50   Mahogany, Bay sq. feet 12 13   St. Dom. 15 20   Molasses, gal. 35 40   Peas, Black-eyed bus. 75 80 Scarce.   Pepper, lb. 19 20   Pimento, None   Pitch, bbl. 2 75 3   Pork, Cargo 16 50   Prime 18   Mess 21   Raisins, cask.   ditto, box. 4 25 4 75   Rice, 100lb. 4   Rosin, bbl. 3 50 3 75   Rum, Jamaica, 4th p. gal. 85 87   Antigua, 3d p. 82 83   St. Croix, 3d p. 80 83   W. Island, 3d p. 75 77   Country, 48 50   Salt, St. Mart. bus.   Turks Island, 85   Isla May, 80   St. Ubes, 65   Cadiz, 65   Liverpool, 55 58   Soap, Brown, lb. 11 12   Castile, 17   Sugar, Muscovado, 100lb. 9 11   Hav. Brown, 10   White, 14   Slungles, Cyp. 22 in. M. 3 50 3 75   18 in. 3   Staves, W. O. hhd. 28 30   pipe 50 60   barrel 15   do. red oak 20   Tar, bbl. 2 50   Tobacco, Richmond, 100lb. 6 50 7   Petersburg, 6 6 50   Rappa, 4 50 6   Tallow, Russia, lb. None Scarce   American, 14 16   Turpentine, bbl. 2 75   Wax, Bees, lb. 37 None   Wines, Madeira, pipe. 200 300 Plenty   Lisbon, gal. 1 25 1 30   Teneriffe, 86 90   Sherry, 1 20 1 25   Port, pipe. 160 220 Scarce   Malaga, gal. 90  
Premiums of Insurance on American Property.
   To Great-Britain, Ireland, Portugal, and Spain, without the Straights of Gibraltar. 3   France, Holland, Bremen, and Embden, 3 4 1-4   In the Mediterranean, - - - - - 5 6   Gibraltar, Madeira, Canaries, Azores, and Cape de Verd Islands, - - - - - 3 1-2 4   British and Neutral Windward Islands from Barbadoes to St. Thomas - - - - - 3   Jamaica and Honduras - - - - - 5 6   Porto Rico, - - - - - 3 1-2 4   Havanna, - - - - - 3   City of St. Domingo, - - - - - 4   Persia, India, and China, - - - - - 5 5 1-2   Coasters, - - - - - 1 1-2 5    Prices of Stocks. Virginia Bank, par. little to be had. Norfolk Marine Insurance Company, 10 per cent. discount. United States Bank, none in the market. Exchange on London, 453 1-3 dolls. for 100l. sterl.
NEWBURYPORT, November 27. We some time since observed in the papers a statement published by the American masters and supercargoes at Cadiz, complaining of the shameful manner in which the American consular business was transacted, or rather neglected there; which was soon after followed by a pretended reutation, signed as since appears, by interested individuals resident there: the following is a replication, and we think ought to be entitled to credit.
[CERTIFICATES.]
United States ship Constitution, Cadiz Harbour, 28th July 1806.
I do certify, that I had occasion to visit the port of Cadiz several times while on this station in the service of the United States; three times in the frigate Essex, under my command, and at present in the Constitution as senior officer commanding the United States ships of war on this station; and have remained in port several days at a time; but that I have never seen Joseph Yznardi, Esq. consul of the United States; and I have been well informed that this gentleman has no residence in the city of Cadiz.
I further declare that there is no vice-consul or agent for the United States at the port of Algeziras, except a Mr. Ponal, who was appointed by capt. Charles Stewart, then commanding the United States brig of war the Syren—and that finding it necessary for the service of the United States to have an active agent in Cadiz, I did, under my hand, authorize Mr. Richard W. Meade, to act as navy agent for the United States, at the port of Cadiz.
Given under my hand and seal this 28th day of July, 1806.
(Signed) HUGH G. CAMPBELL.
We the Subscribers, citizens of the United States, commanders and supercargoes of American vessels, now in the bay of Cadiz, do certify, that the quarantine imposed on all American vessels indiscriminately from every part of the United States of America, and from Gibraltar to this port, is forty days; which quarantine is most rigorously maintained without allowing us to have any communication whatever with the shore. We do further declare, that Joseph Yznardi, American consul for the port of Cadiz, does not reside in Cadiz, but at Rota, a small town on the opposite side of the bay of Cadiz, and distant by water about ten miles, and by land, according to the best of our knowledge and belief, between thirty and forty miles.
Given under our hands at Cadiz, this 24th day of July, 1806.
(Signed)
G. Bray, master of the schooner, Hiram, of New-York.
Joseph Glenn, of ship Minerva, of Philadelphia.
William Hooper, of brig Columbia, of Boston.
John Kehew, of brig Two Brothers, of Gloucester.
J. Herbert, of schooner Eliza-Ann, of Norfolk, V.
John Babbidge, of brig Susannah, of Newburyport.
Nathaniel M. Parsons, of brig Mary, of New-York.
Samuel C. Nichols, of ship Sally, of New-York.
James Orn, of ship Montgomery, of Portsmouth, N. H.
I certify the above to be an exact copy of the original paper forwarded by me to the hon. Robert Smith, Secretary of the Navy of the United States, by the ship Stapleton, capt. Blackwell.
R. W. MEADE,
Acting Navy Agent of the U. S.
Cadiz, Aug. 16, 1806.
GREAT BRITAIN AND TURKEY.
The following is a copy of a letter received by the British merchants at Constantinople, in answer to an application to our Consul there:—
Constantinople, August 12.
"SIR.—As the French Ambassador is now arrived, and as many persons have been inclined to imagine that his presence might produce some important change in the sentiments of the Porte, I think it may be satisfactory to the gentlemen of this Factory, if I make you acquainted with the opinion I have formed respecting the situation of affairs."
"I fear we must expect to see a considerable degree of intimacy between the French embassy and the Porte, for the reception of the Turkish Ambassador at Paris has certainly been very gratifying to this government; and it is reasonable to suppose, that not only those attentions will be repaid, but that an earnest endeavour will exist to conciliate France, by such obvious behaviour as may appear injurious to our interest. At the same time, I cannot persuade myself that the Turks will attend so little to their interest, as to risk the loss of our friendship. They are already sufficiently embarrassed with serious rebellion, which has broken out in the neighbourhood of their capital; they must be aware that their two squadrons which are now at sea, would necessarily fall into our hands; as we expect nothing from them but fair neutrality, they do not appear to have any motive for acting hostily against us or our Ally (Russia)."
"You will perceive that I do not ground my opinion on assurances of the Porte. It is true that that they are increasing and unbounded, but as I have attended more to the real state of things than to these professions, which their interest alone would ever cause them to adhere to.—I am sure if they understood that it is their interest, they would preserve their friendship for us; and therefore, it is my duty to be on my guard. I am inclined to hope that, for the present, at least, there is no serious reason for alarm."
"CHARLES ARBUTHNOT."
To ISAAC MORIER, Esq. &c. &c. Constantinople.
From the Charleston Courier.
Messrs. Editors,
The piece in the City Gazette on Thursday last, copied from Mr. Jefferson's Moniteur , the National Intelligencer , is deserving of particular notice; first, because it is supposed to speak the language of the administration, and secondly, because it contains some of the most extraordinary sentiments and opinions that I have ever seen propagated among a free people.
"The opinions entertained in the United States, with regard to the extent to which a naval force should be created are too indefinite to establish a criterion, and yet public opinion seems to be the only correct arbiter to which to appeal in such a case. A complete protection of trade against the maulraders of the ocean has not even been dreamt of; nor has any man determined in what degree we ought to attempt it.—The almost universal opinion of the nation has been that it was not expedient to go farther than to maintain a force that would keep in subjection the pirates of the Mediterranean and secure our own territory from the unauthorised outrages of the European powers."
It is not true that the opinions on this subject are too indefinite to establish a criterion. It has never been expected that a ship of war should be equipped to convoy every merchant vessel across the ocean. All that was expected, by those whose opinions should form a criterion, was, to have such a naval force as would be sufficient to protect our commerce and our citizens in our own waters. It is not necessary to equip a fleet, as large as that of Great Britain, "against the marauders of the ocean," but to have a sufficient number of frigates or other armed ships, after allowing for a detachment for the Mediterranean service, to scour our own coast: to drive from our own limits, and from out of our own jurisdiction, the armed vessels of every foreign power. As "every man's house is his castle," so is the jurisdictional limits of the United States a protection to its citizens, or, at least, it should be; but the outrages which have been so often committed within our waters, by British and French cruisers, is a proof that the protecting arm of our administration, does not extend so far by water.—These have always been the opinions of the Washington Republicans , of the commercial part of the community, and of those acquainted with maritime rights. It is the opinion of those people which should form a criterion, on the subject of naval protection, and determine its extent; if the voice of the community is to be collected, the mercantile part, are, by their profession and their experience, most competent to form an opinion on the subject. But if this opinion is to be obtained from men who are born in the State of Kentucky, or upon the banks of the Missouri, and who have never seen any thing but their native rivers and canoes, then, indeed, it will be found so discordant with our national honour and national security, that "no criterion can be established."
It is acknowledged, in the above extract, that there is a necessity for "securing our own territory from the unauthorised outrages of the European powers." Has it been done? Has the present administration done any thing to protect our Atlantic territory from insults and outrage? O yes! I must not forget one instance, in which their wisdom and moderation was most conspicuous; when Whitby was insulting the sovereignty and independence of the United States, by searching, and firing upon our vessels, within our limits and jurisdiction, Mr. Jefferson issued orders, not for our armed ships, to drive him from his station or to resent the insult, but for the citizens to catch capt. Whitby , and to forbid the poor ships from ever coming to this country again. I allow that we had no vessels to send upon such an expedition—some were in the Mediterranean, the rest were rotting in the Potomack. What have they done else? Nothing. Then what must the sober, unbiassed part of the community think of an administration who own that it is "the almost universal opinion of the nation, to secure, by a naval force, our own territory from the unauthorised outrages of the European powers," and yet has done nothing to afford this security and this protection? Some other and more powerful motive must exist, when the almost universal opinion of the nation is thus treated with contempt.
"A difficulty, nearly as great, has attended the discussion to what extent it is politic to defend our ports and harbours. It has been said, not perhaps incorrectly, that the placing them in a complete state of defence would cost twenty millions, and that to keep them in such a state would require annually an additional million."
It is also urged that this would subject the people to further taxes, &c. What the probable amount of "completely" fortifying the harbours might be, I cannot undertake to say; but I will venture to assert, that the protection of each, in the manner which is absolutely necessary for our security, would be but an inconsiderable sum when compared with its immense importance. The whole Atlantic frontier of the United States, is in a defenceless situation—its harbours exposed, and our forts in ruins. If "unauthorised outrages" are committed within our jurisdiction, nay, at the very entrance of our harbours, why may not some privateer or pirate sail up to our city, and levy contribution under pain of firing the town and of knocking the houses about our ears? What security have we that some will not be found to make the attempt when they know it can be done with impunity? Could we prevent them from coming up to this city—No! If Charleston was to experience a fate like this, would it be the townspeople only, who would suffer? No. Every inhabitant of the state would suffer in some measure. Their mart would be destroyed—the source of their necessary supplies would be cut off—their
crops would remain unsold—and themselves and their country be humiliated and degraded. What would be a trifling tax when compared to this destruction and national disgrace? Nothing. But as the government is supported by the duties which arise from commerce, if we lost our commercial towns, we should likewise lose our revenue, and as the government must be supported, taxes would be laid upon lands, negroes, &c. at the time when our planters could not dispose of their crops and be least able to pay them. The revenue which was paid into the treasury of the United States by the collector of the customs of this port from the 1st of April 1801, to the 31st March 1805, being four years, amounted to three millions, thirty-one thousand, six hundred and thirty-nine dollars and seventy-seven cents. This went to the support of the government, and if it had not been afforded by commerce, it must have been raised in some other way from the citizens of this state. Is it not then the interest of our citizens to have our commerce protected and our harbours fortified? To be prepared to resent and repel any outrage which may be offered to our country, & not to court insult by our meanness and wickedness?
But the most extraordinary paragraph is the following:
"Notwithstanding the large sums of money expended, a crisis in our affairs would not fail to expose the inadequacy of our fortifications, and subject us to derision and humiliation. It is indeed but too probable that in proportion to the extent of our fortifications would be our temerity in courting danger, and that they would in fact expose us to an increase of perils."
I can scarcely believe this to have been written by an American—proud of his birthright, and basking in the sunshine of liberty and independence. What! we must neither protect our commerce nor fortify our harbours from foreign outrage, lest we should make use of our power in repelling any offered insult! We must not bar our doors least it should be an inducement for the midnight robber to break through and steal!—But what is worse, and what is a libellous and a dishonourable charge against the American character is, that if we felt ourselves able to repel an injury that we should be the first to commit it—and that if we are determined not to submit to an insult we should be the first to offer it. I have too high an opinion of the integrity and honour of my countrymen, to be afraid to trust them, and too much regard for their persons and property to see them unprotected.
But mark the disgraceful conclusion of this demagogic paragraph:
"Many have thought that true policy recommended our standing on humble ground, until our strength enable us to punish those who wronged us, thus in their opinion ensuring the earliest arrivals of that state of mankind that would justify us in putting forth our full strength."
In other words, it is better to suffer insults and injuries from every foreign nation, than to place ourselves in a situation to defy their power and to resent their insolence. It was an observation of our beloved Washington, "the only way to make yourselves respected is to make yourselves feared." If we are prepared for war, our friendship will be courted, but if we will not protect ourselves, but "stand on humble ground," we must submit with such treatment as we may receive. During the French revolution, when the myrmidons of France were about to enter into Switzerland; the canton of Basle assembled to determine on the measures they should pursue, whether to oppose the French by fortifications and an armed host, or to remain quiet and peaceable at home and trust to the generosity of their invaders. It was determined that they should do the latter. All but an old syndic, had resolved upon this submission. He bravely stood up and opposed their dastardly resolution, and upbraided the descendants of TELL , that they should quietly allow their enemies to seize upon their country without making one effort to save it. He was taken out and shot. The French were received, and in return for the freedom of their admission, destroyed the Helvetic confederacy, their liberty and their independence, and united them as a part of the French republic.
Where is the spirit which, in 1776, roused the nation to arms and to glory? Where is the congress who taught our swords to leap from their scabbards when our rights were invaded! When the British Lion roared upon our coast the nation was in arms—we talked not of "standing on humble ground" while they placed the yoke upon our necks.—But when French principles and love or fear for the French Republican Buonaparte prevails in 1806—we say it is better to "stand on humble ground," than place ourselves in a condition to preserve our independence!
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THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
TO SHEW THE VERY AGE AND BODY OF THE TIMES, HIS FORM AND PRESSURE.
FRIDAY EVENING, DEC. 12, 1806.
We have been obliged to omit some articles which were prepared for this day's paper, in order to lay before our readers the documents which accompanied the President's message, relative to the movements of the Spanish force in Louisiana. In addition to which, a short article will be found from New-Orleans of the 3d of last month. It is evident that affairs in that quarter are by no means settled. We think it probable, however, that for the present, the Spaniards will not urge their pretensions.
DOCUMENTS accompanying the President's Message of the 2d inst.
(COPY.)
NATCHITOCHES, August 5, 1806.
Sir,
It has been reported to me for several days past, that a large body of the troops of the king of Spain had assembled near the Sabine, and were about to cross that river; and I am just informed that this body has crossed the said river and taken post within the territory of the United States. It has, therefore, become my duty to address you on this subject; to demand an explicit avowal of the object of this movement; to insist on this body of troops being immediately withdrawn; and to warn you of the consequences which may result from its continuance within the territory of the United States.
It is well known that the government of the U. States and the king of Spain, are at this moment negotiating on the subject of the boundaries of Louisiana; and there cannot be a doubt, but an amicable adjustment of existing differences will soon take place.
The reinforcements which have lately reached this post, are only intended as a security to the territory actually surrendered to us, and which we consider as extending to the Sabine. There is no disposition on the part of the United States, to commit hostilities on the troops or possessions of Spain; but we cannot suffer aggressions on our territory; and should you persist in making them, you will be justly chargeable with all the consequences which such conduct is calculated to produce. I have only to add, that if you should think proper to remove the Spanish troops to the west side of the Sabine, and continue them there, no attempt will be made, on the part of the United States, to interrupt that friendship and harmony which ought to subsist between neighbouring nations: but if you should attempt to continue these troops within the territory of the United States, after this explicit and friendly warning, it will be my duty to consider you as an invader of our territory, and to act accordingly.
This letter will be handed you by major Moses Porter, of the artillery of the United States, who will wait a reasonable time for your reply, which if convenient, I hope may be accompanied by an English or French translation, to enable me to ascertain its contents with greater certainty.
The major will be attended by one non-commissioned officer, and one private soldier of the army of the United States
I avail myself this opportunity of tendering my best wishes for your health, happiness and honour.
And am, Sir, with respectful consideration, your obedient servant,
T. H. CUSHING,
Colonel, commanding a detachment of the army of the United States.
To Col. HERRARA, or officer commanding the troops of the king of Spain, on the east side of the Sabine.
Plantation of Mr. Prudhomme, August 6, 1806.
Sir,
With all possible respect I answer your excellency's letter, which was delivered me at this place, by Moses Porter, major of artillery of the United States.
It is true that I have crossed the Sabine river, with a detachment of troops belonging to the king, with orders from the captain-general (by whom I am governed) to keep this territory from all hostile attempts, as belonging from time immemorial to the king, and which is a dependance of the province of Texas. The inhabitants still acknowledge obedience to our government, notwithstanding the violence committed on a small detachment of our troops by those of the U. States.
From this moment I hold myself responsible to the real letter of the orders that govern me, which are by no pretext whatsoever to interrupt or break the good intelligence which subsists between his majesty and the U. States; but I cannot permit, without violating my duty, any usurpation upon the land he possesses. If your excellency makes any infringement, you alone will be answerable to the two courts, and may interrupt the amicable convention perhaps now on foot, but of which I have no knowledge.
I did not send a translation of this in French or English, not having any person capable of translating with purity a thing of so serious a nature. I felicitate myself of this opportunity in offering my best services.
(Signed) SIMON DE HERRARA.
Senior Don Thomas Cushing, commandant of a detachment of the army of the United States.
NATCHITOCHES, August 26, 1806.
Sir,
On my arrival at this post, I learned with certainty that a considerable Spanish force had crossed the Sabine, and advanced within the territory claimed by the United States. It was hoped, sir, that pending the negotiations between our respective governments for an amicable adjustment of the limits of Louisiana, that no additional settlements would be formed, or new military positions assumed by either power, within the disputed territory; a policy which a conciliatory disposition would have suggested, and justice sanctioned. But since a contrary conduct has been observed on the part of certain officers of his Catholic majesty, they alone
will be answerable for the consequences which may ensue.
The above proceeding, sir, is not the only evidence of an unfriendly disposition which certain officers of Spain have afforded: I have to complain of the outrage lately committed by a detachment of Spanish troops, acting under your instructions, towards Mr. Freeman and his party, who were ascending the Red river, under the orders of the President of the U. States. Mr. Freeman and his associates were navigating waters which pass through the territory ceded by France to the U. States; they were navigating a river on which the French had formerly made settlements far beyond the place where they were arrested; a fact of great moment, and in support of which, the testimony of several citizens resident at and near the post of Natchitoches can be adduced: but nevertheless, Mr. Freeman and his party were assaulted by a battalion of Spanish troops, and commanded to return. A proceeding the more exceptionable, since the objects of Mr. Freeman were merely scientific, having in view nothing hostile to Spain; objects which were long since communicated by me to his excellency the marquis of Casa Calvo, and which through him, I presume, must have been made known to the governor general of the province of Texas.
This detachment of Spanish troops whose movements I learn are directed by your excellency, did, on their march, commit another outrage towards the U. States, and of which it is my duty to ask an explanation. In the Caddo nation of Indians the flag of the U. States was displayed, and commanded from their warriors, all the respectful veneration to which it is entitled. But your troops are stated to have cut down the staff on which the pavilion waved and to have menaced the peace and safety of the Caddoes should they continue their respect for the American government, or their friendly intercourse with the citizens of the U. States.
I experience the more difficulty in accounting for this transaction, since it cannot be unknown to your excellency, that while Louisiana appertained to France, that the Caddo Indians were under the protection of the French government, and that a French garrison was actually established in one of their villages. Hence it follows sir, that the cession of Louisiana to the U. States "with the same extent which it had when France possessed it" is sufficient authority for the display of the American flag in the Caddo village, and that the disrespect which that flag has experienced, subjects your excellency to a serious responsibility.
I am unwilling to render this communication unnecessarily lengthy, but I must complain of another outrage which has been committed under the eyes of your excellency. Three citizens of the United States of the names of Shaw, Irvin and Brewster, were seized by Spanish soldiers within twelve miles of Natchitoches, and have been sent prisoners to Nacogdoches. I cannot suppose that this proceeding is unknown to your excellency, and I should be wanting in duty did I not avail myself of the present occasion, to demand information as to the cause of their arrest and detention.
There is still another subject on which I must address your excellency. It is reported to me, that several slaves, the property of citizens of the U. States, have lately escaped from the service of their masters, and sought and found asylum at Nacogdoches. I have seen the correspondence between your excellency and judge Turner upon this subject and I learn your determination to await the orders of the governor general of Texas; I will forbear therefore, for the present, to press their immediate delivery to the order of their masters, but I must urge your excellency to discourage, for the future, the escape of slaves from this to your territory, and I request that such as may repair to the bounds of your command may be forthwith returned. Your excellency will readily perceive the cause of my solicitude on this subject. If fugitive slaves are to receive the protection of the Spanish authorities, the property of the citizens of this territory is indeed obscure, & a good understanding between our two governments ought not and cannot be preserved. During the last year I had a correspondence with his excellency the marquis of Casa Calvo, who was then at Orleans, relative to some negroes who had escaped to Nacogdoches, & in consequence of the interference of the marquis, I am led to believe that they were restored—I was since officially informed by the marquis, that his conduct on the occasion was approved by his Catholic majesty, and I consequently concluded that the mischief was at an end.
It cannot, I presume, be unknown to the officers of his Catholic majesty, that ministers from the United States have repaired to Spain for the avowed purpose of amicably adjusting the existing differences: I should greatly regret, therefore, if any occurrences in this quarter should prevent that amicable arrangement which the interest of each nation would advise. But if the officers of Spain should persist in their acts of aggression, your excellency will readily anticipate the consequences, and if the sword must be drawn, let those be responsible, whose unfriendly conduct has rendered it indispensable.
Colonel Henry Hopkins, the adjutant general of the militia of this territory, will have the honour to deliver to your excellency this communication, and to await your answer.
I tender to your excellency the assurances of my great respect, and high consideration.
(Signed)
WILLIAM C. C. CLAIBORNE.
His excellency governor Herrara, or the officer commanding a detachment of Spanish troops at or near the settlement of Bayou Pierre.
(COPY.)
Sir,
The troops of the king my master, which I have the honour to command, on this side of the Sabine, have no other object but to maintain good harmony between the U. States and his majesty, and to preserve inviolate the territory which belongs to him.
Major Freeman was navigating the Red river on that part of the territory which never belonged to the province of Louisiana, now appertaining to the U. States, for which reason he was notified by the commandant of the troops to retrograde as far back as the country that did belong to them.
I agree with your excellency that all the territory which his Catholic majesty ceded to France belongs to the U. States, but the Caddo Indians are not on that land, but a great distance from it, and live now on the territory of Spain, for which reason it was notified to them that if they chose to live under the
government of the U. States, they must go to the territory under their jurisdiction, but if they desired to remain where they were, it was required of them to take down the flag. They consented not to abandon their village; but being more tardy than was conceived they might have been, in pulling down the flag, they (the Spaniards) were obliged to do it by force.
The reason why I detained the three citizens of the United States was, because they were found twice, and on different days, observing our positions and movements, and three several times that I questioned them, I observed they did not agree as to the motives of visiting this place; but finally one of them told me that they wished to establish themselves under the government of the king at St. Antoine, which determined me to send them to the governor of the province with an escort, as well on account of the distance or the road, as for having rendered themselves suspected persons.
The detention of the runaway negroes of Louisiana at Nacogdoches is an affair now in suspense, before the captain general of this province, who likewise will have knowledge of the motives why those were sent back whom your excellency cited; and for the better security of the matter, I shall send your letter which I received by col. Hopkins, and who likewise will be the bearer of this. The troops of the king, neither from disposition nor character, will ever co-operate directly or indirectly in encouraging the emigration of negro slaves; for my part I assure your excellency that those I command will commit no hostility, which can frustrate the negotiations now pending between our courts; but if I am provoked to it I shall endeavour to preserve the honour of my troops and to fulfil the obligations with which I am invested, a duty which my character, and that of my subalterns demand.
I avail myself of this opportunity to offer your excellency my respect and consideration.
(Signed) SIMON HERRARA.
Spanish Camp, Aug. 28, 1806.
To his excellency governor
WM. C. C. CLAIBORNE.
COPY.
Natchitoches, August 31, 1806.
Sir,
By the return of col. Hopkins, I am honoured with your excellency's reply to my communication of the 26th inst.
I continue of opinion that the advance of Spanish troops within a territory claimed by the United States, is evidence of an unfriendly disposition; nor can I perceive any thing in your excellency's letter, which can justify or extenuate the offensive conduct observed towards Mr. Freeman and his associates, or the indignity offered in the Caddo nation to the American flag.
You have not denied, sir, that the French, when in possession of Louisiana, had established a garrison on the Red River, far beyond the place where Mr. Freeman and his associates were arrested on their voyage; or that the Caddo Indians were formerly considered as under the protection of the French government. The silence of your excellency on these points, proceeds probably from a knowledge on your part of the correctness of these statements. I shall, however, touch no further on these transactions in my correspondence with your excellency; but will hasten to lay the same before the President of the United States, who know what measures to direct, when wrongs are offered to the American nation.
I cannot however, refrain from expressing my displeasure at the arrest and detention under your excellency's orders, of three citizens of the United States, Shaw, Irvin, and Brewster; they are charged with no offence which would warrant imprisonment and transportation to St. Antonio. A state of actual war between our two nations could not have justified your conduct towards those unoffending citizens. I can venture to assert that the suspicions of your excellency as to the objects of Shaw, Irvin, and Brewster, are unfounded. They certainly could have no particular inducements to notice the positions and movements of your troops. The fact I believe is, that these men were desirous of gratifying their curiosity, and wished your excellency's passports to visit St. Antonio. Under this impression, and from the circumstance that they were within the territory claimed by the United States, I deem it my duty to demand their release, and speedy restoration to their country. It cannot be supposed that the distance to St. Antonio, or their personal convenience, occasioned the escort which attended them. They appear, on the contrary, to have been treated by your excellency as state prisoners, and as such I have information of their having passing through Nacogdoches under a strong guard. Your excellency will recollect that the subjects of his Catholic majesty, are daily in the habit of visiting the post of Natchitoches, and cannot but observe the positions and movements of the American troops; they, however, are permitted to pass without molestation. A friendly and innocent intercourse between the citizens of the one, and the subjects of the other power, has not as yet been interdicted by this government. I am persuaded, therefore, that your excellency will see that the arrest of Shaw, Irvin and Brewster, was premature, and that their detention is highly improper. I have no personal knowledge of these three men: they are American citizens, and of course under the protection of the government of the United States. In the name of that government, therefore, I do now demand their release, and that they be restored to their country as soon as possible.
Pending the negotiations between our respective governments, I could wish that hostilities should not commence in this quarter, but, if provoked to it, by the unjust aggressions of the forces of his Catholic majesty, the troops of the United States will endeavour to maintain their own and their country's honour.
Lieut. Duforest, of the American army, is charged with the delivery of this letter to your excellency, and to bear me such answer as you may think proper to return.
I renew to your excellency the assurances of my respectful consideration.
(Signed) WM. C. C. CLAIBORNE.
His excellency Governor Herrara.
Extract of a letter from Gen. Wilkinson, to the secretary of war, dated
"Head-quarters, Natchitoches,
October 4, 1806.
"I yesterday morning received governor Cordero's answer to my address of the 24th ult. copies of which you have under cover. The varied style of this letter, when contrasted with those, of governor Herrara to Col. Cushing and governor Claiborne, combined to the circumstances of the Spanish troops having recrossed the Sabine to a man, has induced me, on the ground of economy and of expediency also, to discharge the militia who had reached this place, and to countermand those under march, excepting about 100 dragoons, and mounted infantry, whom I shall retain in service (until I am apprised of the determination of the captain-general, Salsedo) to watch the movements of our neighbours."
ro's answer to my address of the 24th ult. copies of which you have under cover. The varied style of this letter, when contrasted with those, of governor Herrara to Col. Cushing and governor Claiborne, combined to the circumstances of the Spanish troops having recrossed the Sabine to a man, has induced me, on the ground of economy and of expediency also, to discharge the militia who had reached this place, and to countermand those under march, excepting about 100 dragoons, and mounted infantry, whom I shall retain in service (until I am apprised of the determination of the captain-general, Salsedo) to watch the movements of our neighbours."
Head-quarters of the army of the United States. Natchitoches, September 24th, 1806.
Sir,
After the recent communications which have passed between his excellency governor Herrara, col. Cushing and governor Claiborne, and his reiterated repulsion of their reasonable and rightful demands; I will confess to your excellency that nought but the very high and solemn obligations which I owe to humanity, could vanquish the repugnance with which I now have the honour to address you, on a topic profoundly interesting to our respective nations, inasmuch as it may involve a question of peace or war.
The differences of opinion which have prevailed, concerning the contested limits of Louisiana, having been submitted to amicable negotiation by our respective sovereigns; the appeal to rational enquiry is an admission of the dubiosity of the right, and therefore should prevent any change of military positions, posterior to the delivery of the province of Louisiana to the United States.
The government of the American union, founded in right, and conducted by reason, has been instructed by the history of other times, how to value the blessings of peace; and being unambitious of conquest or military fame, is desirous to preserve a fair and friendly understanding with all the powers of the earth.
Thus circumstanced, and under daily expectation of a favourable issue to the depending negotiations, it would mark a sanguinary spirit, and be a most ungracious and unwarrantable deed, were the military officers of either government by an act of precipitancy, to frustrate the benevolent views of pacific discussion; and make way for the commencement of hostilities, whose final issue may baffle human foresight, but whose probable consequences would be scenes of revolution and bloodshed, offensive to humanity, and subversive of the general policy of nations.
In this state of things I am ready to pledge myself that pending the negotiations of the two countries, nothing shall be attempted against his Catholic majesty's subjects or territories by the troops under my command; unless his officers should attempt, as they have already done, to innovate the "statu quo" at the surrender of the province, by occupying new ground, or erecting new posts, or unless they should trespass on the rights of the citizens, or violate the sovereignty of these states; the former conduct will compel counter movements and occupancies, and the latter will not only justify recrimination, but will infallibly excite it; and thus hostilities may be produced, notwithstanding the peaceful dispositions of the high powers, to whom we are respectively accountable.
When the troops of the United States took possession of this post, the Spanish commandant, from whom it was received, did not define the limits of his jurisdiction; yet it was notorious that Nacogdoches formed the barrier post of the approximate province of Texas. It was known also that controversies had existed between France and Spain, respecting the western limits of Louisiana, and we had been assured by monsieur Laussat, the French commissioner, who delivered the province to the United States, that the pretensions of France went so far west as the Rio del Norte. But we were not informed that any line of demarcation had ever been traced to partition these provinces.
Whether such a line of territorial jurisdiction had ever been established or not, between the provinces of Louisiana and Texas, one had been rendered indispensable by the sale of the former to the United States, for the administration of justice, the security of property, and the prevention of hostile collisions; and these states with pretensions far more extensive, adopted the Sabine river as the most obvious, most convenient, most natural and at least exceptionable temporary boundary.
I am therefore, sir, commanded by the President of the United States to inform you, "that the actual quiet possession of the country by the United States east of the river Sabine, ought and will be considered as fully within the limits of the country surrendered to the United States, on taking possession of this place, and therefore any attempt on the part of his Catholic majesty's officers to disturb the existing state of things, by endeavouring to occupy any new post east of the Sabine, or westward or northward of the former boundaries of what has been called West Florida, must be considered by the government of the United States as an actual invasion of their territorial rights, and will be resisted accordingly." While I submit these commands to your grave consideration, in the hope they may have due weight, it becomes my duty to demand from you the withdrawal of the troops of Spain to the west of the Sabine.
My sense of the high respect due from one soldier to another, prohibits the idea of menace, but as our honour forbids stratagem or deception, before our swords have been drawn, I owe it to my own fame and to the national character, to warn you that the ultimate decision of the competent authority has been taken, that my orders are absolute and my determination fixed, to assert, and (under God) to sustain the jurisdiction of the United States to the Sabine river against any force which may be opposed to me.
Retire then, sir, I conjure you, with the troops under your command, from the ground in controversy, and spare the effusion of human blood, without prejudicing your own honour, or the substantial interest of his majesty, your royal master.
Colonel Thomas H. Cushing, chief des etats major of the army of the United States, has my orders to deliver this letter to you, and to wait a reasonable time for your answer.
I pray God to keep your excellency in his holy protection for many years, and have the honor to be, Your most obedient, and humble servant, J. WILKINSON.
His Ex. Gov. CORDERO, &c.

Nacogdoches Camp, Sept. 29, 1806. Excellent Sir —By the hands of colonel Thomas Cushing, chief of the general staff of the United States army, I have had the honour yesterday to receive your excellency's letter, written from your head-quarters at Natchitoches.
Being unauthorised to enter into a discussion of the serious and interesting matters on which you treat, I hope your excellency will excuse me for transmitting your letter with the utmost celerity to the hands of the captain-general brigadier Nimesio Salcedo, under whose orders I act, and I shall transmit to your excellency his answer in the same manner, by the hands of an officer of my staff.
While thus acting, I have the honour to offer to your excellency my respects and consideration, praying God to keep you alive many years.
I am sir, your excellency's most humble and obedient servant,
(Signed) ANTONIO CORDERO. His excellency Don James Wilkinson, governor of Louisiana, and general of the army of the United States of America.
Extract of a letter from general Wilkinson to the Secretary of War, dated Natchitoches, October 21, 1806.
"Accidental causes having detained the bearer, I am enabled to transmit you under cover the answer of governor Cordero to my note of the 4th instant, of which a copy has been forwarded, and a duplicate will accompany this.
"I send you a literal copy of the governor's letter in place of a very imperfect translation, which however serves to remove all doubts of the continued pretensions of the Spaniards to extend their jurisdiction to the Areoya Fonda, within seven miles of this post, and confirms my determination to advance to the Sabine, for which point, my arrangements being completed, I shall march to-morrow morning; but agreeably to the ideas expressed in a former letter, I intend to propose to the Spanish commander the withdrawal of our troops respectively to the points of occupancy at the period of the surrender of the province to the United States, and in case of his refusal, I shall be governed by circumstances.
"I am informed that governor-general Salcedo, was to be at Nacogdoches on the 22d proximo."
Head Quarters, Natchitoches, October 4, 1806.
Sir, I have had the honour to receive your excellency's letter of the 29th ult. by col. Cushing, and shall expect the answer of his excellency the captain-general Salcedo, with solicitude.
In the mean time I shall move forward toward the Sabine, and to prevent the misinterpretation of my motives, I consider it proper to apprise you, that this movement is made solely to demonstrate the pretensions of the U. S. to the territory east of that river, and with no hostile intentions against the troops or realm of Spain.
This step has been rendered essential to the honour of the U. S. by the late movements and occupancies of his excellency governor Herrera, and it is also justified by the position which the troops of your excellency's command have recently taken immediately on the western bank of the Sabine; sixty miles advanced of Nacogdoches.
I avail myself of a casual, but certain conveyance to transmit this letter to your excellency, and I pray God to keep you in his holy protection for many years.
J. WILKINSON. His excellency Antonio Cordero, &c. &c.
NEW-ORLEANS, November 3. On the 30th ultimo, his excellency Governor Claiborne received official despatches from Natchitoches.
We learn that General Wilkinson had posted a detachment of troops at the Adais , and contemplated establishing his head quarters at that place.
The Spanish army continued on the west bank of the Sabine; but were daily in the habit of violating the territory of the United States, by crossing the Sabine with light armed parties.
We also learn, that the Captain General (Salcedo) of the Province of Texas, had directed to be released three Americans of the names of Shaw, Irvine, and Brewster, who were arrested at Bayou Pierre by the Spanish Governor Herrera, and sent prisoners to St. Antoine.
The arrest and detention of these citizens were remonstrated against by Governor Claiborne, and their release demanded.
TRANSLATED FOR THE CHARLESTON COURIER.
STATE PAPER. We, Alexander the First, by the Grace of God, Emperor and Autocrat of all the Russians, Make known to our faithful Subjects,
That even by our uninterrupted care for the internal prosperity of our empire, we have not ceased to carry our attention to its external relations. It was always our wish to place these relations upon a firm foundation, for the good of our country, and to secure them by treaties the most advantageous to the state of our empire. With this view, we thought it necessary, from the beginning of our reign, to settle the causes of the then existing differences, and to unite ourselves in friendly bonds to those powers whose wise and moderate principles were founded upon the preservation of their independence and general tranquility. The Almighty crowned our endeavours, and Europe received peace. But by his impenetrable resolution, this state of affairs was not to be of long duration: The flame of war broke out once more. In conformity with our resolution we took no active part in the war, but our alliance and our sincere wish for the general prosperity and tranquility, induced us continually to employ our friendly representations towards the re-establishment of peace. But soon after, the French government, which then began to threaten the safety of our allies, forced us to take an active part in the war.
But even then, when we had taken up arms, we did not cease to wish for peace; and declared, therefore, that the fulfilment of our sacred alliances, and the re-establishment of general peace were our sole views—The fortune of war, which was unfavourable to the allied arms, stopped for a while the execution of this design; but did not alter the principles upon which it was founded. At the commencement of this year, the French government professed some readiness towards a friendly accommodation, and we thereupon determined immediately
to enter with the same in closer negotiation—the basis of which should be, preservation of peace conformable to the honour and security of our empire, and that of our allies, and the general peace of Europe; But, to our great regret, the conditions proposed by France did not answer either with the dignity of our empire, nor to the advantage of our allies—We therefore refused to confirm these conditions.
But to shew, at the same time, the immutability of our views, which in the midst of different events are always carried to the same point, we have not failed to propose the means and basis whereupon we are inclined to renew our negotiations with the French government.
The basis of our proposition is, first, so very moderate that it cannot be refused without threatening the general security; and, secondly, so much to the advantage of each of the powers therein concerned, that by their acceptance a general and lasting peace will be re-established in Europe.
Thus will peace, or the continuance of the war depend upon the consequences of our views; we wish for peace, but if we are unable to procure a lasting one, founded upon reciprocal advantages, then shall We, putting aside all treaties of accommodation, think it our duty, for the honour of the Russian name, the safety of our country, the sanctity of our alliances, and the general salvation of Europe, to proceed to such extremities which, after due consideration, may be found absolutely necessary.
We are convinced that the Providence of the Most High, who protects truth, will cover our righteous cause with his powerful arm. We are convinced that our faithful subjects, always animated with love for their country, always guided by honour and courage, and surrounded by the great examples of zeal shown for our native land, will unite their strength with our's, as soon as the safety of Russia, the voice of honour, and our commands will call upon them to act for the general good.
In the firm alliance on the assistance of GOD ALMIGHTY, and on the zeal of all our faithful subjects, we have thought it necessary to inform them forthwith of our intentions, and thereby to give them a new proof, that in all our actions we neither desire the extension of our territories nor the vain renown of victories; but that our wishes and means will be employed for the establishment of general security, for the support of our treaties, and for the protection and dignity of our empire.
Given at St. Petersburg, the 10th September, 1806, in the 6th year of our reign.
ALEXANDER. Countersigned, The Minister for Foreign Affairs, ANDERI BUDBERG.
After hearing read this most high manifesto, the Directing Senate thought it to be their duty, on the 16th September, in the General Assembly of the different Departments of the Senate of St. Petersburg, to carry their submissive thanks to his imperial majesty, by means of their elected deputies, viz.—The general field marshal and knight count Nicholas Iwanowitsch Saltykow, and the private counsellor and knight count Alexander Serjinishchev Strongonow; which was effected on the 17th, with the following words:
Most Gracious Sovereign, The Directing Senate hold it for a duty to express before your most high throne, with due submission, the sentiments of boundless attachment and gratitude, which the manifesto of your imperial majesty, of the 10th instant, published for information, has every where created.
The Senate is convinced that all the faithful subjects in the extensive Russian empire, and all the nations of the earth, will bless thee with one voice, for thy care to procure the re-establishment of a general and lasting repose; and it is also convinced that all hearts will be inflamed by a general indignation. If the boldness and treachery of the enemy of general peace should overflow the measure of thy goodness and gentleness; then shall thy enemies know that thy moderation has bounds prescribed to thee by the dignity of thy empire, and the safety of thy allies, and that once past their confines, thy insulted patience must proceed on to dreadful and serious extremities.
The history of thy empire, most gracious Sovereign, proves that the Russian people, famous for their faithfulness and courage, have always sacrificed every thing to the generous views of thy glorious ancestors, either for the extension of the bounds of the empire, or for the glory of the Russian name, & that the difficulties they encountered on the course of honour never cooled their zeal, but, on the contrary, augmented their courage and efforts. What then could we not now expect from this people, when thou, most excellent Sovereign, declares to them, that it is but the safety of the country, the sanctity of thy treaties, and the salvation of Europe, that calls thee to arms. Yes! the Senate, full of veneration for thy wise principles, and thy indefatigable care, knows that a false and unsafe peace with a power that is only guided by a desire of domination, is very often more dangerous than even the most bloody war; and called upon by the sentiments and zeal for the honour of thy name and thy empire, it deigns to express to thee, most gracious Monarch, and assures thee, devotedly, that all the beings covered by thy bounties, all the nations which inhabit thy extensive empire, await but thy nod, to sacrifice for thy beloved country, their fortunes, and even their lives.
And what prince of this earth has a right to expect from his subjects, such zeal and such efforts, as thou, from that of Russia, who, since the day of thy mounting the throne, hast not ceased to scatter thy bounties over all the nations who are submitted to thy empire; thou, who by the wise regulations, opens the springs of general happiness, and will leave it to the latest generations to enjoy the fruits of thy great actions and to bless the all-beloved name of Alexander.
GRENADA, November 7. "We have to-day received the following communication on the subject of the arrival at Martinique of a frigate and two armed brigs, having troops on board, and which were part of a fleet of 5 frigates and 2 brigs. The 4 frigates missing we have no doubt, have been captured.
"On the night of Thursday 30th October, arrived at Fort Royal, (Martinique,) the French frigate Thetis , and two brigs of war, from Rochefort, having 220 soldiers, a quantity of light field artillery and ordinance stores on board. They are part of a squadron which left Rochefort on the 24th Sep-
tember, consisting of five frigates and two brigs, having one general officer and about 2000 troops on board. They report that at day light in the morning, about 24 hours after they sailed, they found themselves in the midst of a British fleet of 7 sail, mostly of the line—that the French Commodore immediately made the signal to separate and escape if possible; that before they lost sight of them they saw the British fire into the Commodore's ship La Loire , and another frigate, and suppose they were taken;—the other two frigates, they did not see afterwards.
It will be in the recollection of most of our readers, that a short time since, an emigration of Chinese people arrived at the island of Trinidad : we have thought the following proclamation, as exhibiting the views of the British government in transporting these people to this colony, might be interesting, and have given it a place in our paper, and which we copy from a Grenada paper.
TRINIDAD. PROCLAMATION. By his Excellency THOMAS HISLOP, Esq. brigadier-general of his majesty's forces, and governor of the island of Trinidad and its Dependencies, &c. &c. &c.
Whereas his majesty, for reasons essentially connected with the safety and prosperity of his West India possessions, has thought it expedient to introduce into them a free race of cultivators, who, from habits and feelings, will keep themselves distinct from the Negroes, and who, from interest, will be inseparably attached to the European proprietors: and whereas the Chinese people, having been represented to his majesty as uniting the qualities which constitute this double recommendation, from being accustomed to receive a portion from the produce of the soil they cultivate as the recompense of their labour, and inured to habits of industry, which by economy and perseverance they commonly improve into the means of enabling them to become themselves proprietors; and this character of the Chinese has been invariably supported by the different colonies which they have been encouraged to establish in the islands of Java, Manila, Soloou, and also lately under the government of the East India Company at Prince of Wales island, in the straits of Malacca, where a population of upwards of 14000 Chinese are at present settled, and whose revenues, in the course of a few years, has increased to upwards of one hundred thousand pounds sterling per annum, by their personal labour in cultivation and other industry, from the advance of a very trifling capital: And whereas the disposition which this people have evinced to form establishments in all countries where incitements have been held out to their industry, have prevailed to induce his majesty & his ministers to suppose it not impossible that under adequate encouragement, they might be led to extend their emigration to this island; and that by a well concerted plan, numbers of their countrymen might hereafter be tempted to settle here, and afterwards spread themselves into our other colonies. With this view a special agent was sent by his majesty's ministers to Bengal, and having succeeded in the object of his mission, he has accordingly arrived here with a migration of 191 of these settlers as an experiment, on the success of which will depend the expediency of extending the project to its utmost practicable limits; and as that success to which his majesty's ministers attach very great importance, as a national concern, will depend much on the impression that will be made on the individuals who compose the present party, it is a duty incumbent on this government to co-operate in every measure calculated to facilitate this important object, and it is thus publicly enjoined to all classes and descriptions of persons within this government, to conduct themselves towards these new settlers with kindness, so as to conciliate their good opinion, and reconcile them to their new abode, whence will ensue their favourable report to their friends, by the return of the ship to Bengal, and promote future migrations, which in course of time, will produce the most important advantages to the colony.
His excellency and the council have thought proper to lay before the publick this candid statement of the origin of the plan, and the intention of its application; and they trust, that all his majesty's subjects will afford their cordial co-operation and assistance to the views of government, so manifestly directed to their interest. Proper regulations will be formed for their police, they will, however, be subject to the existing laws in all cases, civil and criminal, in common with the rest of the community; but it has been deemed expedient to order and direct, and it is accordingly hereby ordered and directed, that in all causes of dispute or litigation between Chinaman & Chinaman, or between them & others of ever class or description of the inhabitants, the Judge, Magistrate, or Commandant before whom such dispute or litigation shall be carried, shall immediately remit the same to the cognizance of his excellency, with a summary report, who will administer justice according to the nature of the case, assisted by the head men and interpreters of the Chinamen, that they may see impartial justice is done, and that punishment is not inflicted without proper cause.
The taking up portions of land for immediate cultivation, or hiring themselves out as labourers, having been submitted to their choice, they preferred the latter for the present, to acquire a knowledge of the soil, and the various productions of the country, before they establish themselves as proprietors. His excellency and the council are accordingly ready to agree with such Planters as may be inclined to employ them, for a term of six months at least, at the monthly wages that may be agreed on, which shall not be less than six dollars.
And as it is represented that these people are very scrupulous of performing whatever agreement they make, and of having it as strictly observed by the party with whom they contract, it has been deemed expedient by his excellency and council that all the bargains between the Chinamen and their employers shall be specified in writings, signed by the parties, in presence of his excellency or of two members of the council, and to be recorded in a book to be kept by the clerk of the council for that purpose only, the expense of which enrégistment shall be defrayed by the employer.
It is also to be premised in the agreement that good and sufficient lodging shall be furnished them, proper care and medical assistance in case of sick-
ness, and a regular allowance of wholesome food, especially of rice, which is an indispensable article of their subsistence, and must be furnished them, together with meat and fish, in such quantity daily, or weekly, as shall be specified in the contract; and the better to enable the Planters to supply them with this necessary article of their food, a quantity adequate to furnish them an allowance at the rate of 2 lbs. per man per diem, for the term of their agreement, will be sold them by government at the current market price, from the surplus rice remaining of the provisions laid in at Calcutta for the voyage.
The wages earned on all occasions by the Chinamen must be contracted to be paid in gold and silver money, and not in produce, unless the Chinamen should consent to take produce at cash price, and in all dealings or bargains it is particularly recommended that they be treated fairly and equitably, so as not to occasion murmur or discontent, which would tend to defeat the intentions of government, and frustrate the plan which it appears to have so much at heart, in promoting the establishment of this valuable description of settlers in the island.
Given under our hand and seal at Arms, at Government-House, Port d'Espagne, in the said island, the 18th day of October, 1806, and in the 47th year of his majesty's reign.
THOMAS HISLOP. By his excellency's command, T. WALKER, acting Secretary.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
ARRIVED. Brig William, Brown, 24 days from Grenada, Rum, Warren Ashley.
Brig Indian, Skinner, 17 days from Mariel, Molasses, T. & W. A. Armistead.
Schooner Betsey, Whitbie, 34 days from Tobago, Rum, Warren Ashley—Left schooner Experiment, Nash, of this port, to sail in 8 days for Guadalupe.
Spoke, Nov. 24, in lat. 26, 16, long. 69, 40, brig Twins, Hackle, of and from New-York bound to Jamaica, out 7 days—Dec. 3, lat. 33, long. 74, brig Lydia, Saunders, from St. Martins bound to Philadelphia, 14 days out—supplied him with provisions.
Schooner Morning Star, Barber, 5 days from Charleston—Left the sloop Venus, Boush, of and for this port the next day.
In Hampton Roads, ship Hope, Smith, 48 days from Madeira, bound to Baltimore—and sch'r Ann, Stanwood, from St. Croix bound to Georgetown, (Potomack.)
The ship Planter, Moore, from this port, was left at Rotterdam the 10th of Oct.
Sales at Auction.
Postponed Sale.
PURSUANT to a Deed of Trust executed by Daniel Clements, to secure the payment of a sum of money due by him to John Lanier, will be sold for ready money, before the Court-House Door, on Monday, the 15th day of December next, being court-day, at 1 o'clock.
Two LOTS of LAND, in the town of Portsmouth, formerly the property of Samuel Kerr, deceased—There is on the Lots a good Dwelling-House and a large Kitchen, and other convenient houses, a large Brick House erected for a Distillery, &c. and contiguous to water sufficient for lighters to load and unload.
THE TRUSTEE. Portsmouth, November 26. tds
LANDS for Sale.
By Virtue of a Deed in Trust, executed by PRESON BOWDOIN, to secure the payment of a sum of money due by him to JOHN EZRA, will be sold, on WEDNESDAY, the 17th instant, at 11 o'clock, the sale to take place at the Lot first mentioned, the following
LOTS of LAND, situate in the Borough of Norfolk, viz. one Lot beginning at the intersection of Bute and Dunmore-Streets, running thence along Bute-street to Yarmouth-street, thence to York-street, thence to Dunmore-street, and thence to the place of beginning.
One Lot beginning at the intersection of York with Yarmouth-streets, thence 198 feet along Yarmouth-street, thence to Dunmore-street, thence to York-street, thence along York-street to the beginning.
And another Lot situate on the Main-Street between the lane leading down to Gen. Mathews's, and the land belonging to the estate of Col. Tucker.—Terms of Sale, Cash.
John Nivison, James Taylor, jun. } Trustees. Rob't B. Taylor. tds
December 3. tds
For CHARLESTON, The fast sailing sch'r REPUBLICAN , John Brown, Master, lying at Campbell's wharf—For passage only (having excellent accommodations) apply to the master on board. December 12. 2*
For CHARLESTON, (to sail with all convenient speed) The schooner Morning Star , Capt. Barbour, burthen about 600 barrels—For freight or passage, apply to the master on board, at Marsden's wharf, or CHRISTOPHER FRY. Dec 12. 3*
REMOVAL.
E. STURTEVANT, has removed from No. 39, to No. 32, Main-street, to the store formerly occupied by Messrs. Southgate, and next door to Mrs. Cox, where he has for sale the most extensive assortment of SHOES ever offered for sale at this market.—Now landing from sch'r Columbia , 30 packages of SHOES, BOOTS, &c. On Hand—Cotton and Wool Cards, of every description; fine Beaver Hats, &c.
To Rent—The Store and Cellar, No. 39, Main-street, an excellent stand for a Dry Good Store, complete with counters and shelves. Apply as above. December 12. tf
LOTS for Sale, Lease, &c.
THE Subscriber purposes to lay out and dispose of for Building Lots, either in fee simple or upon ground rent, the whole of that square of GROUND in the Borough of Norfolk, so admirably situated in the centre of the town, and immediately between the two Banks. It extends upon Granby-street about 600 feet, and upwards of 400 on Wolf-street, which leads from the United States Bank into Catharine-street.—A survey and plot of the same is preparing, and will be ready for the inspection of purchasers in a few days. In the mean time the proprietor will be glad to hold conferences with those who may incline to purchase, in order that the grounds may be so laid out as best to correspond with their wishes. Luke Wheeler. tf
December 12. tf
Nova-Scotia POTATOES.
MAY be had by applying at the Store of J. & W. SOUTHGATE, or to Mr. PETER BACON, on Southgate's wharf. Dec. 8. 1*
Cognac Brandy, Whiskey, &c.
THIS Day landing, 11 pipes 4th proof Cognac Brandy of best quality; 97 bbls. Rye Whiskey; 30 hds. Molasses; 80 boxes Mould Candles; 100 do. Soap; 30 bbls. Cargo Beef; 10 chests Hyson Tea.—And in store, New-York prime Pork and Beef; Pilot and Navy Bread. James M'Clenachan. 3
December 10. 3

FOR BOSTON. The Schooner COLUMBIA , captain Hawes, will sail in a few days. For freight or passage apply to  Fisk & Cullett. Who have for Sale on board said Vessel, 200 bbls. Beef, (Boston inspection) 5 bales India Cottons, 1 cask Seine Twine, 10 doz. Shovels. Dec. 10. tf
FOR FREIGHT or CHARTER, The good Schooner CARLTON , James Johnson, master, burthen 1100 bar- rels, now ready to receive a cargo. Apply to captain Johnson, or  Wilson, Cunningham, & Co. December 10. tf
FOR LONDON, The good Ship Charles Carter , to sail in twenty days, having three fourths of her cargo ready to go on board. For freight or passage (having elegant accommodations) apply to  Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co. Who give Cash for rough hhd. STAVES, delivered on board said Ship at Lee's wharf. Nov. 28. 3w
FOR FREIGHT or CHARTER, The Phil'a built Ship William Penn , coppered, burthen 360 tons, now ready to re- ceive a cargo. Apply to  Edward Watson. Who has for Sale, 3 Trunks excellent Linen; 7 doz. Chairs; 1 case Umbrellas, well assorted; 12 casks white Wine Vinegar. November 14. tf
FOR LONDON, The good Ship MONTICELLO , John Drysdale, master, having a considerable part of her cargo engaged, the will be immediate- ly despatched. For freight of the balance, apply to R. Mait- land & Christian, Petersburg, or  Robert Maitland, & Co. Wanted—Rough hhd. and bbl. STAVES, for which cash will be given. Apply as above. November 12. 4w
The Ship SHEFFIELD, for Liverpool, will receive on freight a few bales of Cotton on moderate terms.—Apply to Nov. 7. tf JOSIAH COWPER.
For Liverpool, The Ship SHEFFIELD , John Davis, Master, will sail before the first of December. For passage only, (having ele- gant accommodations) apply to the master, or Oct. 28. tf Josiah Cowper.
For Freight or Charter, The fast sailing Ship INDUSTRY , Capt. John Wilson, will be in readiness for the reception of a cargo in five days—a preference would be given to Liverpool or London.—Ap- ply to Messrs. Gracie, Anderson, & Co. of Petersburg, or to T. & W. A. Armstrong. October 10. tf 248
FOR SALE, The Schooner MARY , burthen 160 hogheads Tobacco, draws an easy draft of water, and is well calculated for a craft, for which purpose she was built—she will be sold low and on long credit. Warren Ashley. Sept. 24. tf 202
For a Port in France, The fast sailing Ship Highland Mary , Part of her cargo is engaged for the Bay of Biscay. George Murray, & Co. August 20. tf 102
We want a freight of Tobacco, For the Ship JULIA , Captain Vickery, to a port in France, bur- then 350 hogheads. C. & F. Whittle. August 25. tf 112
For Freight or Charter, The Ship ELIZA , William Daggett, Master, 400 hogheads burthen. C. & F. Whittle. Who have for Sale on board the said Ship, 10,000 bushels St. Ubes SALT. August 29. 128
For KINGSTON, (Jam.) The British Ship Dunrobin Castle , John Cooper, master, mounting 12 guns, with men answerable, and having a considerable part of her cargo engaged, will be despatched by the 25th inst. For freight or passage apply to Robert Dickson. 1000 Sacks SALT, for sale low. Dec. 1. 8t
FOR FREIGHT or CHARTER, the fast sail- ing new Schooner  THREE FRIENDS , captain Sears, burthen 100 tons.—A freight to the West-Indies would be preferred. For terms apply to the master on board, or  FISK & CATLETT. Who have for Sale on board said Vessel, 15 tons flat and square bar Iron; 1 do. German Steel, 120 barrels No. 1 & 2 Beef; 40 casks Sherry Wine, 12 bales India Cotton, assorted, 100 boxes Chocolate and Spermaceti Candles, 1000 wt. white Ginger in the root; 15 trunks Shoes assorted, 400 sides Leather; an invoice of Dry Goods suitable for the season, which will be sold very low. Nov. 10. tf
CASH Will be given for Thirty or Forty SHARES of  Virginia Bank Stock. Apply to the Editor of this Paper. Nov. 5. tf
TEN tons Patent Shot, assorted sizes—also, 15 bales Kendal Cottons and Kerseys.—For sale by Richard & John Taylor. Dec. 1. 1m
Grenada Rum & Molasses. THIS DAY landing on Murray's wharf, from the Ship Minerva, captain Moffat—200 puncheons Grenada RUM; 20 hogheads choice retailing MOLASSES. For Sale by Donaldson, Thorburn, & co. IN STORE—A parcel of excellent Green Coffee; cask and bag Raisins, Grapes, &c. Dec. 3. 3w
Sugar, Coffee, and Wine. FORTY hhd. Surinam Sugars; 50,000 lb. prime Green Coffee; Madeira Wine in pipes, hogheads and quar- ter casks.—For Sale by James Dykes, & co. Dec. 3. 3t
FISK & CATLETT, HAVE for Sale—20 hhd. choice Antigua Rum; 4 do. old Jamaica Spirts; 20 pipes Hollands Gin; 5 do. Country do.; 20 quarter casks Sherry Wine; 20 barrels Whiskey; 10 hhd. prime Sugars; Penington's Loaf Sugar, in hhd. and barrels; 500 boxes fresh Bloom Raisins; 6 tals Almonds. Dec. 3. tf
NEW YORK. SIXTY barrels New-York inspection—For sale by Dec. 3. tf William Pennock.
ENCOURAGEMENT OF LITERATURE. BY AUTHORITY.  Scheme of a Lottery For the benefit of St. Mary's College, of Baltimore.    1  Prize of  Dollars.  Dollars.    1  do.   30,000    2  do.  10,000  20,000    2  do.  5000  10,000    5  do.  1000  5,000    10  do.  500  5,000    20  do.  200  4,000    100  do.  100  10,000    150  do.  50  7,500    7000  do.  12  84,000    7291  Prizes,   190,500     Stationary Premiums,   24,500    14,299  Blanks.—Not two to a Prize.   215,000    21,500 Tickets, at 10 dolls. each, 215,000 Arrangement of Stationary Premiums—viz. 1st. Drawn Blank, Dolls. 500 1st. do. after 2,000 Tickets are drawn, 1000 1st. do. after 4,000 1000 1st. do. after 6,000 1500 1st. do. after 8,000 1500 1st. do. after 10,000 1500 1st. do. after 12,000 1500 1st. do. after 14,000 1500 1st. do. after 16,000 1500 1st. do. after 18,000 1500 1st. do. after 20,000 1500 Last drawn Blank. 10,000 Dolls. 24,500
15 per cent. on 215,000 dollars, is 32,250 Sum to be raised by the Lottery, 30,000 Expenses of the Lottery, 2,250 32,250
The prevailing disposition to encourage the progress of Literature, the peculiar favour which ST. MARY'S COL- LEGE has enjoyed,—and the many splendid chances offe- red to adventurers by the above Scheme, induce the Managers to anticipate a rapid sale of the Tickets. The Drawing will commence as soon as a sufficient number is sold to authori- ze it. The Managers have given bond to the state in the penalty of fifty thousand dollars for the faithful payment of the prizes, which will be paid, subject to a deduction of FIFTEEN PER CENT, thirty days after the drawing is finished.—Prizes not demanded within a Twelve-month from the completion of the drawing, will be considered as a donation to the College. Tickets to be had of the Managers, or of such persons as may be authorised by them.
Managers. William Du Bourg, John Tessier, Luke Tiernan, Robert Walsh, William Lorman, Alexander M'Kim, Henry Wilson, Samuel Strett, James M'Henry, Samuel Hollingsworth, Lewis Du Bourg, Philip Laurens.
SECOND CLASS.  SCHEME OF A LOTTERY, For the Benefit of WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE.    5,938  Tickets at 10 dolls. each,  dolls. 59,380    4,665  do. at 15 do. do.  70,275    10,623  Deduct loss on 2000 Tickets renewed,  129,655      4,500      Dolls. 125,155    To float in the wheel, and come out as chance may direct.    2  Prizes of 5000 Dollars, each,  Dolls. 10,000    4  do. 2000  8,000    16  do. 1000  16,000    16  do. 500  8,000    32  do. 200  6,400    160  do. 100  16,000    232  do. 50  11,600    750  do. 20  15,000    1  do.  155    Stationary Prizes are, 1 Prize first drawn, after 1000 Tickets are out, 500 1 do. 2000 500 1 do. 3000 500 1 do. 4000 500 1 do. 5000 500 1 do. 6000 500 1 do. 7000 10,000 1 do. 8000 500 1 do. 9000 500 1 do. last drawn, a Prize 20,000
1223 Prizes. Dolls. 125,000 9400 Blanks.
The superiority of this Scheme to the one first proposed, is so obvious, that little need be said in recommendation of it. Those inclined to adventure, will see that their chance for obtaining prizes is greatly increased; that pending the drawing, their small prizes may be immediately invested in other tickets, thereby giving them a chance for prizes of considerable magnitude. To those who have drawn prizes of 15 dolls. in the First Class, as well as to those who have drawn blanks, information is now given, that the prizes may at their own option be re- newed by tickets in this Class, and their blanks also, but upon the payment in the latter case of 10 dollars with each blank, provided such prizes and blanks, with the cash, be remitted free of postage, to Robt. Greenhow, merchant, in Williamsburg, agent and treasurer, or to William Mason, Post-Master, in Norfolk, previous to the commencement of the drawing, after which period no renewal will be made. When to the prospect of individual advantage that may result to each adventurer, is added the patri- otic reasons which induced the legislature to author- ise this Lottery, it is ardently hoped that the dis- position of tickets, will soon enable the commission- ers to certify, that the drawing has commenced; which event, the agent assures the public, shall be expedited by every means in his power. Robt. Greenhow, Ag't & Treasurer. June 18. tf 842
600 Sacks Fine Liverpool SALT, For SALE by William Dickson. Sept. 150
ONE hundred kegs choice new RAISINS. For SALE, Joseph Hayes. November 21. 10*
Landing from the Ship Ocean, from Marseilles, 600 hhd. 100 cases Claret; 13 do. Vin-de-Grave, 57 pipes Brandy; 175 cases Sweet Ots; 25 do. Olives, 5 cases Capers; 20 do. Anchovies; 2 do. Fine Hats. 50 bags Corks.—For Sale by Moses Myers. Who has in Store, also for Sale, 150 pipes Cogniac Brandy; 120 hhd. good Sugars. 60 bags Coffee; 100 cases choice old Claret, 20 pipes Wespier Gin; 800 empty Gin Cases, 10,000 bushels Lisbon and Isle of May Salt. October 13. tf 251
Sherry Wine & Salt. 100 quarter casks Sherry WINE, and 1000 butts SALT—Landing from the Schooner Eliza Ann, Capt. Herbert, from Cadiz—For Sale by William Pennock. October 31. tf
FOR RENT, The Store, Compting Room & Cellar, No. 41, Main-Street, lately occupied by Mr. Wm. M'Cut- chen. Apply to Thomas Wilcock. March 17. 584
NOTICE. INTENDING to leave this State in a short time, I request all those having claims against me to bring them in, and those indebted to make immediate payment. Benjamin Hathaway. October 13. tf
FOR SALE, 850 Barrels whole HERRINGS, in excellent order for Shipping, 80 do cut do. 130 do. SHAD; 750 bbls. TAR, 450 do. TURPENTINE. Richard Blow. July 14. 907
A valuable Tract of LAND for Sale. The Subscriber will sell his Plantation cal- led Level-Green, adjoining the town of Kempsville, in the county of Princess Anne. There is on the farm a Dwelling- House and orchards; it contains about 500 acres, and the land is excellent; it's figure is a square, and it's local position handsome and eligible, lying on the Eastern-Branch of Eli- zabeth river, and also on the publick road leading to Norfolk. It is conveniently situated with respect to Norfolk market, being about 5 miles distant by water, and 9 by land. It is contiguous to Broad-Creek, which abounds in good oysters; it is well timbered, and has a good landing. 'Tis not ex- travigant to say, that from the timber alone, a net sum may be made nearly, if not entirely, equal to the purchase mo- ney. Any person who may wish to view the Land, will ap- ply to Mr. Wilson on the premises, to Mr. Charles Sayer, William Bishop, James Robinson, or William White, all of whom reside in the neighbourhood.—The purchaser will be accommodated in a long credit. Tully Robinson. Princess-Anne, August 8. tf 63
NEW CUT-NAIL MANUFACTORY, ON TOWN POINT, A small distance below County Wharf, Wide Water Street.
THE Subscriber has, at a considerable expense, fitted up, in addition to his other business, a complete set of machinery, adequate to finish 500 to 600 lbs. of Nails daily. He is also provided with a good stock of Iron; and with a sufficient number of skillful workmen. He has on hand a constant supply of Nails, Flooring Brads, and Sprigs, which he offers for Sale at the reduced prices as follows, by the keg, for cash only, viz. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d Nails, at 7 1-2d per lb. 8d, 10d, 12d, and 20d Brads, at 7 1-2d per lb. 6d, Nails, at 9 1-2d per lb. Sheathing, do. at 7 1-2d per lb. 6d, Brads at 4s 6d per M. 4d, do. at 2s 9d per M. 3d, do. at 2s 3d per M. 4d, Nails at 2s 9d per M. 3d & 2d do. at 2s 3d per M. ALSO—HOOP AND BAR-IRON ASSORTED. LEVIN DORSEY. June 2. tf 783
FOR SALE,  A Valuable PLANTATION, Lying on Crooked River, Camden county, in the State of Georgia, twenty-two miles from the town of St. Mary's, and about the same distance from the bay; containing 1770 acres 250 of which are the very best sea-island-cotton land, are well cleared, and have only been planted three seasons; there are above 200 acres more of the same quality, with a consi- derable quantity of large live oak timber on it, and also some excellent Rice Swamp Land. The Buildings consist of one handsome two-story Dwelling House, a Kitchen, Ginning-House, three Cotton Houses, a Barn and Store-House, and a number of framed Negro Houses, all of which are new, and built of the best materials. This Plantation is situated high, possesses very good water, and is remarkably healthy; there is every convenience for ship-building, the river being navigable for a vessel drawing 18 feet water, and in no river is there to be had a more abun- dant supply of oysters, with a great variety of other fish. There will also be sold with the Land, One Hundred and Twenty NEGROES, who are now upon it, ninety of whom are taskable , and among them several good tradesmen, the remaining thirty are likely young Slaves. For terms of Sale apply to Captain George Ker, St. Ma- ry's; to the Honorable Judge Stephens, Savannah; Adam Tunno, Esq. Charleston, or to Thomas Hamilton, Sept. 29. tf 212 Norfolk.
COCKE & SANFORD, Have received per the Father and Sons from London, and Laura, from Liverpool, an extensive assortment of Fall and Winter Goods, viz. Blue, Black, Bottle, Drab, Mill'd Drab, Liver, and Claret, Fashionable Cassimeres; Union Cloth; Swansdown and Silk Waistcoating; coarse Woolens by the piece or bale; Blan- kets and Flannels do. do.; Irish Linens and Osnaburghs; best Seine Twine; Twill'd Sacking; Coarse and Fine Hats in cases; Velvets, Cords, and Corduroys; Callicoes, Cambrics, Ginghams; Silk, Silk and Cotton Chambrays; White, Blue, Black, and Italian Crapes; Bombazens, Bombazets, and Wildbores; Carpets and Carpeting; 100 kegs Gun Powder; 4 Ton Shot; Fowling Pieces; Cutlery assorted in Boxes. Sept. 19. tf 193
Information Wanted of  ROBERT THOMPSON, WHO arrived here in the United States frigate Ports- mouth, Captain M'Neal, from France, in the latter part of the year 1801. His brother, William Thompson, resides at Newcastle, upon Tyne, in England. In January 1801, the said Robert wrote a letter to his friends in New- castle, saying, that he was going mate of a vessel from Nor- folk, in Virginia, to Bristol, since which he has not been heard of, nor does it appear by the Custom-House books that any vessel arrived from this port at the port of Bristol during the year 1801. If the said Robert is alive, and will apply to the Editor of the Publick Ledger, in Norfolk, in Vir- ginia, he will hear of something to his advantage. Any person who knew the said Robert, will render a great service to his friends by informing as above; if he is dead, and has left a wife, or issue, by applying as above, they will be benefitted. Sept. 17. tf 182
Fresh Malaga Fruits, &c. Now landing on Commerce-Street wharf, from the Schooner Maryland Mary, S. Howatt, master, from Malaga, her CARGO consisting of 1000 boxes Muscatel Raisins; 1000 do. Bloom do. 100 cakes Sun do.; 500 jars Grapes, Sweet Malaga and Colmenar Wines, in quarter casks; a few boxes Lemons; Figs; Almonds; Anchovies, &c.—Grocers or families, who want supplies of these desirable articles will please forward their orders without loss of time. Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co. Nov. 26. 2w
RICHARD JEFFERY, & Co. Have just received from London by the last arrival, a very full assortment of  DRUGS & MEDICINES,
Of the best quality, which are offered for Sale on moderate terms at No. 66, Main-Street.—Attention has been paid to procure every article of the most genuine kind; and it is intended to have the assortment regularly furnished from the best markets; among a great variety are now offered the following: Aloes, Allum, Ether of Vitriol, Antimony, Aqua Fortis, Pale, red, and yellow Bark, of superior quality. Borax, Camphor, Cantharides, Cochineal, Cream of Tartar, Camomile Flowers, Cinnamon, Colocynth, Calomel, Flowers of Benzoin, Ginger, Glauber Salts, Epsom, Rochelle do. Gums Ammoniac, Assafoetida, Benzoin, Guaiacum, Gamboge, Myrrh, Kino, Scammony, and Arabic, Lint, Liquorice refined, Manna Flake, in sorts, Magnesia in small and large squares, Musk, Nutmegs, Opium, Jalap, Rhubarb, Ipecacuanha, Tartar Emetic, Balsams Capivi, Tolu, Peru, Spirit of Lavender, Spermaceti, Sugar of Lead, Letharge of Gold, Saltpetre refined, White Wax, Verdigris, Essences of Bergamot, Lemons, and Lavender, Quicksilver, Lunar Caustick, Sal Ammoniac. Hartshorne Shavings, Glycer Pipes, Pewter and Ivory Syringes, Oils of Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Mint, Peppermint, Amber, and Aniseed, Arrow Root, Tapioca, Sago in grain, Hardham's Snuff, No. 9, Pocket Instruments, Best crown Lancets, Common do., Steel elastick Trusses, of su- perior quality, Shep Twine, Elegant Smelling Bottles, Castle Soap, Windsor do., Washi Balls, Milk of Roses, Gowland's Lotion, Double distilled Lavender Water, in pints and hal- pints, of best kind, Wedgewood's Mortars and Pestles of different sizes, Apothecary's Scales and Weights, Patent Medicines, Essence of Peppermint, Janus Powder, British Oil, Patent Sago, Norris's Drops, Godfrey's Cordial, Anderson's Pills, Steer's Ojodollock, Turlington's Balsam, Essence of Mustard. In addition to the above importation from London, they have from Liverpool a variety of GLASS WARE, suitable to Apothecaries—PHIALS and GALL- POTs by the crate or in smaller quantities—Noot's MA- CHINES, URINALS, BREAST PIPES, SHELLS, &c. *** MEDICINE CHESTS for ships and family use, and orders from the country executed with care and dispatch. October 1. tf 216
FALL AND WINTER GOODS.  GILLIAT & MACKINDER, Have received their full supply from London and Liverpool, which they offer for Sale on moderate terms for cash or ap- proved notes, West-India or country produce,  30 Bales Napt Kendall COTTONS, 15 do. White Plains; 10 do. Rose Blankets, 4 do. Stripe do.; Dulle do., 6 do. White and coloured Flannels, 3 do. Mixed Fearnoughts, 3 do. Blue Drab mixed Plains, 2 do. Blue, Green, and Brown Halfhicks, 4 do. Blue, light mixed and stripe Coatings, 2 do. 6-4 Blue Cloth, and mild Drabs, 4 Trunks worsted Hose; 3 do. Manchester Fancy Cords, 4 Boxes Cutlery; Powder and Shot, Gentlemen's fine beaver and silk Hats, Superfine Cloths and Cassimeres, Bennett's patent Cord and Swansdown, Cambric Muslins and Dimities, Elegant Tamboured Fancy Patterns for Ladies Dresses, Chambray Muslins; 7-8 4-4 5-4 6-4 Linens, Ladies plain and fancy Kid Shoes, Furniture, Dimities, and Callicoes—one box of Cabinet Ma- ker's Tools complete, with Sheraton's Drawing-Book, con- taining the latest fashions in all kinds of Furniture. October 3. tf 224
NOTICE. WHEREAS in consequence of the death of ROBERT BERTON, the partnership of NOBLE, ARBUTHNOTT, & Co. terminated the 19th ult. agreeable to the articles of copartnership. Robert Rices, James Brown, James Noble, James Arbuthnott, Surviving Partners of Noble, Arbuthnott, & Co.
The business carried on by NOBLE, ARBUTH- NOTT, & Co. will be continued by the Subscribers, under the firm of NOBLE & ARBUTHNOTT, & Co. who will settle and adjust all dependencies of the old concern. Robert Rices, James Brown, James Noble, James Arbuthnott. October 15. tf 261
For Rent or Lease, The WHARF in Gosport, late the property of Bartholomew Clinch, deceased, in complete or- der, finished in the best manner, and with an extensive yard, the water sufficiently deep for the largest vessels.— This property is well worthy of the attention of mercantile men. For terms apply to William Wilkinson. Gosport, Oct. 3. 224
NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to the Estate of JAMES DICKINSON, deceased, are desired to come forward; and those who have any claims against said Estate, to bring them forward, in order that they may be settled by Mary Dickinson, Exec'tx. Norfolk, Nov. 8.
WHO HAS FOR SALE, That pleasant place BELL VIEW. It contains TWO HUNDRED Acres, lying on the lower end of Barrett's Neck, Nansemond county, between Nanse- mond River and Chuckatuck Creek, fronting Newport-News, Hampton Roads, and is about 14 miles from Norfolk by wa- ter. There is on the land two good Dwelling Houses, one of them a two story frame-house, 50 feet square, with a Kitchen, Wash House, Smoke House and Dairy, a large new Barn and Stable, and a Carriage House, a Spring House, and a