Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1808-11-02 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE And PUBLICK LEDGER
[VOL. V.]
WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 2, 1808.
NO. 47.]
FOR RICHMOND. The fast sailing SCHOONER ENTERPRISE, Wm. RUDDER, Master, will sail first fair wind—For freight or passage, apply to the master on board at Portsmouth JOHN DAY.
Oct. 28. FOR CHARTER, The new Ship GEORGLANA, Edward Chamberlain, Master—Burthen 380 hlds. is ready to apply to MOSES MYERS.
Oct. 28. The Ship SHEFFIELD, NOW LOADING FOR LIVERPOOL, will sail as soon as permission can be obtained. She has elegant accommodations for a few passengers, if applied for in time; otherwise small freight will be taken. Apply to Josiah Coxeter.
Oct. 26. For NEW-ORLEANS, The Brig Louisiana Packet, O. WHEELLOCK, Master—Will sail on the 8th of November. For passage having excellent accommodations, apply to Jennings & Roddey.
Oct. 26. For BOSTON, The Schooner BEAVER, Will take Freight for Boston, and will sail with all convenient dispatch. For particulars enquire of Edward Clark, WHO OFFERS FOR SALE, The CARGO of said Schooner, Consisting of SPARS, SCANTLING, & PLANK. October 24
For charter, to the West-Indies, The fast sailing brig STRANGER, John Perkins, master, burthen about 1300 barrels, is ready to receive a cargo Moses Myers. October 19. For LIVERPOOL, The fast-sailing coppered Ship CALEDO-NIAN, John Dickson, master, burthen about 500 hlds. will receive on freight a cargo immediately, and sail on the embargo being off. Also for Freight or Sale, The fast sailing coppered Ship ARTIC, Samuel Davis, master, Philadelphia built, burthen 200 tons, seven years old, now ready to receive a cargo. Also for Freight or Sale, The Brig EXPERIMENT, Henry Dickson, master, burthen 140 tons, and will carry 1100 barrels flour. For terms apply to William Dickson. October 7.
For Charter, The Ship JANE, Burthen 420 tons. THE Ship INDUSTRY, Burthen 280 tons. AND THE Ship COURTNEY, Burthen 200 tons. Those Ships will be ready to receive cargo in 15 days, and may commence loading for any port where an American vessel can with safety go to—the freight to be settled when a clearance can be obtained. Apply to William Pennock. October 5.
FOR SALE, A fine New SCHOONER of 125 tons burthen, will carry about 1000 barrels, now ready to launch, her cabin and joiner's work complete, built in Mathews. Also, A very handsome Pilot-Boat built SCHOONER, of 190 tons burthen, measures 93 feet on deck, complete, and can be launched in a few days. Also, One ditto of similar dimensions, can be launched in a month, the rigging of the two last is now fitting. Also, A new BRIG of 180 tons, completely fitted, now lying at Loyall's wharf Also, A VESSEL of 185 tons, on the stocks, can be launched in a month. This vessel is of superior model and workmanship, and all her materials completely seasoned. For terms apply to Wilson & Cunningham. September 28.
FOR SALE, Low for Cash, or approved paper at 60 days, The CARGO of the brig Agnes, Consisting of 50 hlds New-England RUM, 20 barrels BEER, 60 ditto PORK, 250 casks LIME, 220 boxes SOAP, 50 do. CANDLES, 25 do. SMOKED HERRINGS, 80 barrels POTATOES. Edward Clark. Oct. 24.
FOR SALE, On board the British ship John, capt. Gilmer, just arrived from Liverpool, 250 Tons STOVE SALT, loose and in sacks. 50 crates QUEEN'S WARE —By C. & F. Whittle. October 24
For SALE by the Subscriber, 10,000 bushels coarse SALT, 17,000 pounds Green Coffee in hlds. and bags, 4 pipes and 3 hlds. choice Old Madeira Wine, A few hogsheads St. Kitts Old Rum, New-York Anchor Gin in pipes—and Hibbert's best London bottled Porter, in casks of 6 1-2 dozen each. Robert Maitland. September 28.
JOHN PENDRED'S Boot and Shoe Manufactory, No. 70, MAIN-STREET. The public are respectfully informed, that he has furnished himself with a quantity of the choicest materials in his line of business, and has in his employ some of the best workmen in the borough, and having been long experienced in the business himself, his factory will not be conducted by proxy; he therefore hopes to merit the patronage of the gentlemen of Norfolk and its vicinity, and assures them that to pains shall be wanting on his part to give satisfaction to those who favour him with their commands. N. B. Orders for Double Backstraps, single do. and Cossacks, executed with the greatest dispatch. August 1.
Richard Jeffrey & Co. No 66, Main-street, corner of Bank-Street, have just received from London, per the ship Planter, An assortment of MEDICINES, of the first quality. Also, a few hundred weight refined Salt Petre, Hardham's Snuff, No. 9, and 37, in 1-4 and 1-4 pound canisters, Violet, Benzoin, Windsor and Shaving Soap, Evans's best Crown Liniments, Tooth Brushes of superior kind, Refined Liquorice, &c. They have on hand, and are in daily expectation of receiving from Amsterdam, all kinds of GLASS WARE, suitable to Apothecaries. MEDICINE CHESTS for ships and family use, with printed directions, put up as usual.
F. & W. SOUTHGATE, OFFER FOR SALE, For Cash or short credit, at their Store, No. 1, corner of Commerce and Main-Streets, A General Assortment of GOODS, suitable to the present and approaching season; AMONG WHICH ARE, Superfine Cloths and Cassimeres, 6-4 and 7-4 coarse Cloths, Flannels, Baizes, Coatings, Thicksets, Corduroys, Blankets, Plains, Halfthicks, Scarlet Cardinals, &c. &c. Kendal Cottons in assorted bales, Coarse Hats in assorted boxes, Nails and Spikes of all sizes, F and FF glazed Powder and Shot—Also, 200 good Bacon Hams, 50 kegs Lard, 60 barrels Smithfield Apple Brandy, 100 sacks Liverpool fine Salt, 60 barrels very white Alum Salt, 80 barrels good Coffee, Likewise, 2 grand and 6 small fine toned PIANO FORTES. And a handsome English made GHG and HARNESS, almost new September 21
FOR RENT, That convenient Dwelling-House, on Brewer Street, the property of Mr. John Davidson, at present occupied by Mr. Stephen Harris. Also, That commodious House on Catharine-street, at present occupied by Mr. James Dyles, adjoining the subscriber; they have excellent gardens, and all convenient out-houses. Also, A very convenient Dwelling-House, just finished, on Commerce-street. For terms apply to James Tucker.
Who has in Store, A few thousand bushels Liverpool stove SALT, loose and in sacks, that will be delivered in small or large quantities to suit the purchasers. August 15.
FALL GOODS. Richard and John Taylor, Have received by the Ship Hero, from Liverpool, part of their FALL SUPPLY, and are in daily expectation of the remainder by the next arrivals, to complete their assortment, consisting of Kendal Cottons, Kerseys, Rose and Striped Blankets, Flannels, Baizes, Yorkshire Plains, Halfthicks, 5-4 and 6-4 Cloths, do. Coatings, Bearskins and Friezes, Carpets and Carpeting, Pipes, Copperas, Nails, Spikes, Powder and Shot. Also, an extensive assortment of Fine and Fancy Goods, Manchester, Cutlery and Hardware, of which they will sell by the package, piece, or retail, on very low terms for Cash or approved Paper. They have likewise for Sale, Prime Carolina Pork and Lard, Old Jamaica Rum, and a few bales of Twilled Sacking. September 16.
THE SUBSCRIBER Wishes to Sell, and will Sell or Rent on moderate terms, That very excellent Wharf and Lot, in the town of Gosport, at present occupied by William Smith; the Wharf, Ware-Houses, and Dwelling-House are all in good repair. Thirteen Lots in the Town of Suffolk; And the following Property in Norfolk, Two good Fire-Proof Warehouses on the Eastern side of Commerce-Street, Nos. 4 and 6. Two Dwelling-Houses and Lots on Boush-street, in good repair, and very pleasantly situated. Apply to John Granbery. September 14.
Foreign Intelligence,
From London Papers received at the Office of the Publick Ledger, by the ship Union Island, Captain Sibson, in 32 days from Liverpool.
LONDON, September 21. Admiralty-Office, September 20, 1808. Copy of a letter from vice-admiral sir James Saumarez, K. B. commander in chief of his majesty's ships and vessels in the Baltic, to the hon. W. W. Poole, dated on board the Victory, off Rogerswick, the 30th of August, 1808. SIR—You will please to inform the lords commissioners of the admiralty of my arriving off Oro, yesterday evening, pursuant to my intentions, to effect a junction with the Swedish fleet, which I had received an account from rear admiral Nauckhoff was blockaded by the Russian fleet, consisting of 13 sail of line-of-battle ships, besides frigates. It was not before this morning that I was informed by the commander of the Swedish frigate Champlan, that the rear-admiral Nauckhoff, after being joined by sir Samuel Hood in the Centaur and Implacable, had sailed from Oro Road on the 25th, in pursuit of the Russian fleet: and on the day following, had succeeded in capturing and destroying the Russian line-of-battle ship Sewolod, off Rogerswick, and in which port the remainder of the enemy's ships had been compelled to shelter themselves. I immediately made sail for Rogerswick, where I arrived this afternoon, and had the satisfaction to find the Swedish fleet, with the Centaur and Implacable, at anchor, watching the Russian force in the harbour.
I enclose to you, for their lordship's information, the duplicate of a letter which I have had the pleasure to receive from rear-admiral sir Samuel Hood, detailing the account of his proceedings with his majesty's ships under his orders, and the squadron of his Swedish majesty, under rear-admiral Nauckhoff, and of the meritorious conduct of captain Martin, of the Implacable, in bringing the enemy's sternmost ship to action, and which struck her colors to the Implacable, but was afterwards rescued by the approach of the enemy's whole force, which had obliged sir Samuel Hood to recall her. I also enclose the copy of a letter from captain Martin to the rear-admiral, in which he gives due credit to lieutenant Baldwin and Mr. Moore the master, and the other officers and men of the Implacable. The Russian admiral having sent a frigate to take the disabled ship in tow, she was again attacked by the Implacable, and the Centaur laying her on board in the most gallant manner, and by the exertions of capt. Webley and lieut. Lawless, and Mr. Strode, master of the Centaur, her bowsprit was lashed to that ship, and there was every prospect of her being got off; but she having unfortunately grounded, rendered it impossible, and she was set on fire, after the prisoners and wounded men were taken from her.
Too much praise cannot be bestowed on rear-admiral sir Samuel Hood, for the gallantry he displayed with the two ships under his orders in his pursuit of the enemy's fleet, when the bad sailing of the squadron of his majesty's ally prevented their coming up with them, and bringing on a general action. The brave and highly meritorious exertions of captain Martin and captain Webley, with the officers and men under their orders, entitle them to the highest commendation in my power to bestow, and excited the amazement and admiration of the gallant Swedes who witnessed their heroic bravery and perseverance.
The present position of the Russian fleet, within the batteries at the entrance of the harbor, leaves but slender hopes of their being attacked with any probability of success. Admiral Nauckhoff has requested a body of land forces to be sent from Finland, with a view of taking possession of the Island of East Raga, which would effectually command the harbor; but as the enemy have been occupied in placing it in the best state of defence, it is very doubtful if a descent upon the island could be effected.
I beg to assure their lordships, that every endeavor will be practiced with the force under my command, jointly with the Swedish squadron, that can tend to the further defeat of the enemy. I propose to detach a small squadron, under the orders of captain Martin, towards Cronstadt; and I shall order the Africa to repair to her station off the Malmo Channel, calling off Carlscrona for the convoy appointed to sail from that port for England.
I am, Sir, &c. JAS. SAUMAREZ. Centaur, off Rogerswick, Aug. 27. SIR—It is with pleasure I acquaint you the Russian squadron, under the command of vice-admiral Hanicoff, after being chased thirty-four hours by his Swedish majesty's squadron, under rear-admiral Nauckhoff, accompanied by this ship and the Implacable, under my orders, have been forced to take shelter in the port of Rogerswick, with the loss of one ship of 74 guns. I shall have great satisfaction in detailing to you the services of the captains, officers, seamen and marines under my command; and have also to state, that in no instance have I seen more energy displayed than that by his Swedish majesty's squadron, which, although from the inferiority of their sailing were prevented from getting into action, rear-admiral Nauckhoff and the captains under his command, from their perseverance and judicious conduct, were enabled to give confidence to his majesty's ships; and could we have forced the enemy to a general action, the whole of their squadron must have fallen to the superior bravery of the united force of our respective sovereigns, in so just and honourable a cause.
My letter of the 25th will have acquainted you of the Russian squadron having appeared off Oro road on the 23d. The arrangements for quitting that
anchorage, after his Swedish majesty's ships from Jungiar Sound, had joined rear-admiral Nauckhoff, were completed on the evening of the 24th. Early the next morning the whole force put to sea; soon after the Russian fleet was discovered off Hango Udd, the wind at N. E. Not a moment was lost in giving pursuit, and every sail pressed by his Swedish majesty's squadron. From the superior sailing of the Centaur and Implacable, they were soon in advance, & at the close of the evening the enemy were not far off, and noticed in the greatest disorder, apparently to avoid a general battle. In the morning of the 26th, about five o'clock, the Implacable was enabled to bring the leewardmost of the enemy's line of battle ships to close action, in a most brave and gallant manner; and so decided and judicious was this manoeuvre executed, that the Russian admiral, who bore up with the whole of his force, could not prevent that marked superiority of discipline and seamanship being eminently distinguished. Although the enemy's ship fought with the greatest bravery, she was silenced in about twenty minutes; and only the near approach of the enemy's whole fleet, could have prevented her then falling, her colours and pendant being both down; but I was obliged to make the signal for the Implacable to close in.—Capt. Martin's letter, stating the brave and gallant conduct of lieutenant Baldwin, his other officers and men, I send herewith; and it would be needless for me to add more to you on their meritorious conduct. If words of mine could enhance the merit of this brave, worthy, and excellent officer, captain Martin, I could do it with the utmost heartfelt gratification, and the high esteem I have for him as an officer and a friend, no language can sufficiently express.
The Russian admiral having sent a frigate to tow the disabled ship, again hauled his wind, and the Implacable being ready to make sail, I immediately gave chase, and soon obliged the frigate to cast off her tow, when the Russian admiral was again under the necessity to support her by several of his line-of-battle ships bearing down, and I had every prospect of this bringing on a general action, to avoid which he availed himself of a favourable slant of wind, and entered the port of Rogerswick.
The line of battle ship engaged by the Implacable having fallen to leeward, grounded on a shoal just at the entrance of the port; there being then some swell, I had a hope she must have been destroyed, but the wind moderating towards the evening, she appeared to ride at her anchor, and exertions were made to repair her damage.
At sun-set, finding the swell abated, and boats sent from the Russian fleet to tow her into port, I directed capt. Webley to stand in and endeavour to cut her off; this was executed in a manner that must ever reflect the highest honor on captain Webley, the officers and ship's company of the Centaur, for their valor and perseverance in support of my orders. The boats had made a considerable progress, and the enemy's ship was just entering the port, when we had the good fortune to lay her on board; her bowsprit taking the Centaur's fore-rigging, she swept along with her bow grazing the muzzles of our guns, which was the only signal for their discharge, and the enemy's bows were drove in by this raking fire; when the bowsprit came to the mizen-rigging, I ordered it to be lashed; this was performed in a most steady manner by the exertions of capt. Webley, lieutenant Lawless, Mr. Strode the master, and other brave men, under a very heavy fire from the enemy's musketry, by which, I am sorry to add, lieut. Lawless is severely wounded. The ship being in six fathoms water, I had a hope I should have been able to have towed her out in that position, but an anchor had been let go from her unknown to us, which made it impossible to effect it; and at this period much valor was displayed on both sides, and several attempts made to board by her bowsprit, but nothing could withstand the cool and determined fire of the marines, under capt. Bayley and the other officers, as well as the fire from our stern-chase guns, that in less than half an hour she was obliged to surrender. On this occasion I again received the greatest aid from captain Martin, who anchored his ship in a position to heave the Centaur off, after she and the prize had grounded, which was fortunately effected at the moment two of the enemy's ships were seen under sail standing towards us, but retreated as they saw the ships extricated from this difficulty.
The prize proved to be the Sewolod, of 74 guns, capt. Roodneff; she had so much water in her, and being fast on shore, after taking out the prisoners and wounded men, I was obliged to give orders for her being burnt, which service was completely effected under the direction of lieutenant Biddulph, of this ship, by seven o'clock in the morning.
I cannot speak too highly of the brave and gallant conduct of captain Webley, and every officer and man under his command; and I beg leave to recommend to you, for the notice of the lords commissioners of the admiralty, lieutenant Lawless, for his exertions and gallant conduct, and who has severely suffered on this occasion; and I must also beg leave to recommend lieutenant William Cause the senior officer of this ship.
Herewith you will receive a list of the killed and wounded on board this ship and the Implacable, and from every information that it was possible to collect, that of the enemy's ship captured.
I have the honour to be, &c. SAM. HOOD. Sir James Saumarez, Bart. and K. B. Vice-Admiral of the Blue, &c. &c. P. S. I send herewith a list of the Swedish and Russian squadrons. His majesty's ship Implacable, off Packerart Light-house, August 26, 1808. SIR The action this morning between the Implacable

ble and the rear ship of the Russian line was so immediately under your own observation, that it would be superfluous to trouble you with any statement upon that point; but in transmitting a list of the killed and wounded, I trust I may be allowed the opportunity to express my thankfulness to the officers and ship's company of the Implacable for their eager and active exertions to close with the enemy, and the truly noble and splendid conduct which they displayed during the engagement; but it is my duty to acknowledge, in a more particular manner, the great assistance I derived from Mr. Baldwin, the first lieutenant, and Mr. Moore, the master; and it the fact of our opponent being completely silenced, and his colours (both ensign and pendant) down, when the approach of the whole Russian fleet occasioned your recalling me, can tend to make the affair worthy of being distinguished by any mark of approval from the lords commissioners of the admiralty, it is impossible their patronage can be bestowed upon a more thoroughly deserving officer than Mr. Baldwin.
I have the honour to be, &c. T. B. MARTIN.
To Sir Samuel Hood, K. B., Rear-Admiral of the White, &c. &c.
A return of the men killed and wounded on board his majesty's ship Centaur, August 26, 1808.—Total—3 killed and 27 wounded.
A return of men killed and wounded on board his majesty's ship Implacable, August 26, 1808.—Total 6 killed and 26 wounded.
A list of the killed and wounded on board his majesty's the emperor of Russia's late ship of war, Sewolod, captured by his majesty's ship Centaur, on the 26th of August, 1808, after having been engaged in the morning of the same day by his majesty's ship Implacable, and afterwards on her anchoring near the entrance of the port of Rogerswick, and apparently on shore, had one hundred sailors and soldiers put on board her from said port, to supply the place of those killed and wounded in the action by the Implacable.
43 killed, and 80 wounded in the action with the Implacable. 180 killed in action with the Centaur. Total—303 killed, wounded and missing.
(Signed) SAMUEL HOOD. Centaur, off Rogerswick, August 27, 1808.
A list of the squadron of his Swedish majesty, under the command of rear-admiral Naukoff, with his Britannic majesty's ships Centaur and Implacable, under the command of rear-admiral Sir Samuel Hood, on the 26th of August, 1808.
1 of 78 guns, 1 of 76 guns, 6 of 74 guns, 2 of 66 guns, and 4 frigates.
A list of the ships and vessels composing the fleet of his imperial majesty the emperor of Russia, on the 25th of August, 1808, when discovered by the squadron of his Swedish majesty, with his Britannic majesty's ships Centaur and Implacable, under the command of rear-admiral Sir Samuel Hood, K. B.
1 of 120 guns, 1 of 118 guns, 7 of 74 guns, 1 of 50 guns, and 12 frigates.
(Signed) SAMUEL HOOD. Centaur, August 27, 1808.
Swedish account of admiral Hood's attack on the Russian fleet.
Head-Quarters, Grabsby, Sept. 3. On the 1st instant at night, his royal majesty received the following report from rear-admiral Naukoff, brought by capt. Rundquist of the Royal Navy, relative to the blocking of the Russian fleet in Port Baltic or Rogerswick.
It was settled between myself and admiral Hood, that the fleet was to sail on the 25th in the morning. The plan of attack was formed, and in order that I might be able to communicate with the English admiral, in the most convenient manner, admiral Hood sent on board my ship lieut. Thomson (a distinguished officer, who lost his right arm in the same battle with his admiral) with the signal book, and the telegraphic mode of communication used by the English Navy, and I sent lieut. count Iwon with the Swedish signal book on board the English flag ship Centaur.
The 25th, at five o'clock in the morning, the English sail of the line and this ship, set sail from O-ro, the rest of the fleet also got under weigh successively, and at 7 o'clock the whole fleet had cleared the rocks. The wind was N. E. and N. E. by N. blowing a fresh reefed-top gallant sail gale.
About 9 o'clock the Russian fleet hove in sight, and a signal for a general chase was hoisted; at ten o'clock the fleet formed in line; but as it soon was found that this impeded the chase, at ten o'clock the signal was hoisted to crowd all sail, without waiting for those ships which were not able to keep up with the rest. The ship Prince Fredericus Adolphus was ordered, by signal, to proceed to Carlscrona.
The two English ships, which are copper-sheathed, and besides considered some of the best sailers of the English navy, soon shot ahead, and gained considerable headway; but your royal majesty's fleet followed with every sail set, and gained considerably upon the enemy. On the 26th, at break of day, the English ship Implacable came up with the sternmost ship of the enemy's fleet, followed at a short distance by admiral Hood in the Centaur.—Major Fischerstrom was next to him, with the ship Tapperteten, yet at least one and a half mile from the English. But the gallant admiral Hood, notwithstanding, immediately engaged the enemy. At five o'clock in the morning, capt. Martin passed to the leeward of the Russian lee-wardmost ship, which gave him a broadside. The Implacable pursued her course until she gained a sufficient distance; she tacked, crossed the bow of the enemy's ship, gave her a broadside, then crossed her stern, and gave her another. The Russian ship appeared to be very roughly handled, and would then already have been taken, had not the enemy's ships, which were to windward, bore down to her assistance.
Your majesty's fleet was in the mean time working up under a heavy press of sail. And the ship Tapperteten and the frigates nearest the English admiral's ship, within half a mile distance. Admiral Hood continued the chase with every sail set, in order to bring the enemy to a general action, the probable consequence of which would have been the loss of his whole fleet. Nor would the enemy have been able to avoid a general engagement, had not the wind shifted to N. E. which enabled him to take shelter in Baltic Port. The whole fleet entered that port at 12 o'clock at noon, with the exception of the ship engaged by the Implacable, which came to an anchor close in with the cliffs of Rogon, and was
there attacked and captured by admiral Hood, and burnt the next morning.
The gallantry displayed on this occasion by admiral Hood, his officers and men, who with two ships attacked a fleet consisting of nine sail of the line and twelve frigates, without being supported by any other ships, and took one, is beyond description. The ship captured and burnt was called the Sewolod, commanded by capt. Roodnooff. She had about 300 men killed and wounded. Nine ships of your majesty are now at anchor close in with Baltic Port, and the ship Tapperteten and the frigates cruising round those which are at anchor.
On board the ship Gustavus Adolphus Fourth, at anchor before Baltic Port, the 28th August, 1808.
H. I. NAUKOFF, Rear-Admiral.
Letter from Rear Admiral Sir Samuel Hood to the Swedish Rear Admiral Naukoff.
Centaur, August 27, 1808.
"It is with the utmost satisfaction I congratulate you on the complete success of our endeavours to frustrate the object of the sailing of the enemy's fleet, and it gives me peculiar pleasure that I have it in my power to inform you, that at the attack made yesterday on the enemy's fleet, when a Russian ship of 74 guns was taken, our success is to be entirely attributed to the skill, bravery, and zeal displayed by his Swedish majesty's fleet, under your command, which inspired with confidence both the officers and men under my orders. The enemy having perceived this, found it necessary to retreat into port, in order to avoid a general action, the only circumstance which we have to lament. I assure you, sir, that the cordial assistance I received from your fleet was of the most satisfactory nature, and nothing would give me greater satisfaction than to know that my services could be of any use to the attainment of his majesty's views, whereby I should be sure to obtain the approbation of my king."
"I have the honour to be, &c. "SAM. HOOD."
To his Royal Swedish Majesty.
Rear-admiral Sir Samuel Hood has the honour to present to his royal Swedish majesty, the colours which were hoisted on board the Russian 74 gun ship Sawolod, when she was taken on the 26th inst. and requests that his majesty will be pleased to accept the same.
Centaur, before Rogerswick, 28th Aug. 1808.
The above colors his Swedish majesty transmits to his Britannic majesty, because they were taken by his ship of war, and as an additional proof of the peculiar satisfaction which his Swedish majesty feels on account of the distinguished gallantry displayed by rear-admiral Hood and the officers and men under his orders, which his majesty considers as the most unquestionable proof of the close connection which unites the two nations.
We have received Paris papers to the 5th, and Dutch to the 15th inst. The Hamburg papers would induce a belief that the troops on their march southwestward towards the Rhine, are to march through France against Spain, and that Napoleon has no other object; the Dutch and French papers furnish strong symptoms of an immediate war with Austria. The right bank of the Rhine appears to be their rallying point, and on the 7th inst. a strong detachment of the imperial life guards set off for Strasbourg. It had been rumoured for several days at Paris, that Buonaparte was to set out immediately upon a journey. As the march of the imperial guards has proved, in former wars, the infallible precursor of Napoleon's departure from his capital, it is thence inferred that Buonaparte is determined on a war with Austria, and that he will put himself at the head of his army destined to act against that power. He and his guards can have no other object in a march from Paris to Strasbourg.
It is said, that he is to have an interview with the emperor Alexander at Weimar.
Marshal Lannes, it seems, is to have the command in chief of the army in Spain.
The French funds have fallen to 78 50.
The convention made with the French general in Portugal, continues to engross the publick attention. We have seen several letters written by military and naval officers on the spot, coming down to the 3d of September, relating the series of events that preceded the final agreement, with Junot and Senia-vin. Throughout all these communications, similar sentiments of indignation and disappointment reign without disguise.
Even the French, no less than the English troops, participated in, and loudly expressed the feelings by which they were respectively agitated. When the former, on the 2d of September, marched out of the fort St. Julien, and the other fortresses, which they were to evacuate, their language, demeanor, and every thing accompanying the act, bespoke rather conquerors than a vanquished army. Many of the expressions uttered on the occasion by them were of a nature too painful to relate. The English forces, on the contrary, when drawn up in presence of their late enemy, and reviewed by Sir Hew Dalrymple, on the same day, manifested corresponding dissatisfaction. Many of them, conscious that their officers participated in their sensations, threw up their caps, vociferating "Shame! Shame! a disgraceful treaty!" They even proceeded to hisses.—Nor can we, when we consider the nature of the Convention, be surprised at the different emotions that it has respectively excited in the two armies. To us, it produces neither honor, emolument, nor advantage; for we were already masters of the country, and of the entrance of the Tagus. Junot, on the contrary, cut off from even the hope of assistance, defeated, surrounded, and destitute of all resource, except in his own character, has not merely extricated his army—no redress with all the insignia of success—with all the honors and trophies of war—loaded with plunder, and satiated with the spoils of Portugal. Buonaparte will know how to distinguish between the convention of Lisbon and the capitulation of Andujar. He will never mistake Dalrymple for Castanos, nor Junot for Dupont.—The Moniteur will not blush to announce the evacuation of Portugal. It is in fact only injurious to our brave allies in Spain. Junot will speedily reappear in Biscay, or in Navarre, and may, by possibility, occupy Lisbon anew within the revolution of a few months. If, after sacrificing the substance, it were worth while to quarrel about the form, we would even willingly enquire how, and by what authority, our commanders in Portugal have presumed to recognize and to treat with Junot, as Duke of Abrantes? Our government certainly cannot recognize or admit any such title. Can any act be so strange, as to allow Junot to qualify himself thus in a public instrument, when the Secretary of State, only a few weeks ago, denominates the man who created Junot a Duke, by the title of "the atrocious Usurper of France?" As well might the Generals under George II. have recognized the dignities and honors conferred by the late Chevalier de St. George on his followers. The very manner and terms of Junot's ratification are offensive, as well as completely improper. To us he could not have been known under such a designation as he there assumes, which was in itself an insult.
To revert, however, to a more important object of attention, the convention itself. Indignant as we are on perusing it, and naturally as that indignation points itself to the commander in chief, as its author, yet justice compels us to admit that the definitive convention, of the 30th of August, reposes on the first convention of the 22d, as its basis, and that first convention was signed by Sir Arthur Wellesley. Yes, Sir Arthur Wellesley we find was the man who recognised the title of Junot to the dukedom of Abrantes, and, consequently, the legitimacy of Napoleon's title to the crown of Portugal. Sir Arthur Wellesley it was who agreed that "the French army should in no case be considered prisoners of war; that all those of whom it consists, should be conveyed to France with arms and baggage, and all their private property, of every description, no part of which should be wrested from them," and that an enemy's fleet should ride in safety in the Tagus, "after our army and fleet had obtained possession of the town and port of Lisbon." How are we to explain this extraordinary fact? How are we to exculpate a general and a hero, so deservedly dear to every Briton? We will state what has come to our knowledge through high and authentic channels. Sir Arthur Wellesley has written home, and has enjoined, as well as authorised his friends to declare publicly, that "he entirely disapproved of the whole negotiation; and that he was not even present at the conference held on the 22d of August, between Sir Hew Dalrymple, Sir Harry Barrard, & the French general Kellermann, when the proposal for a suspension of arms was taken into consideration. Nor was his opinion even asked upon the propriety of the terms proposed by the French general. But when Sir Arthur was called in, the paper, containing the terms as they now appear, was produced. He then expressed his decided disapprobation of them, but was commanded by Sir Hew Dalrymple to sign the paper."
Such is the defence made by Sir Arthur Wellesley, for having apparently agreed to a convention so inadequate, we might almost say, so ignominious.—How far it exculpates him, we do not presume to assert. The limits of military obedience, we well know, are necessarily indefinite. But, whether they can include a right to exact a species of moral approval, or, at least, apparent consent and acquiescence, to an act, of which the general signing it did not approve, and which disapprobation he expressed, is a question which must be decided by the tribunal of the public.
These observations are made upon the presumption that the defence made for Sir Arthur Wellesley is true, but without further evidence we cannot credit it. If the first convention had been approved by Sir H. Dalrymple, and Sir Charles Cotton, the story would be less improbable; but, in fact, they both disapproved of Sir A. Wellesley's convention, which is even more dishonorable or disadvantageous to us, than that ultimately settled. Sir Charles Cotton positively objected to the 7th article, as inadmissible, and the Russian fleet was therefore given up to us as a deposit. Sir Hew Dalrymple consented that the French army should be liberated, but stipulated that it should be landed in the north of France; but Sir Arthur Wellesley agreed, without any such specification, (Art. 5) "that the French army should in no case be considered prisoners of war." There is another circumstance, which is not so trivial as a mere matter of form might appear. Sir Arthur Wellesley's convention was published in French, in "The Extraordinary Gazette," without an accompanying English translation.
We cannot presume that ministers would descend so low as to practice a stratagem to keep the lower classes of the public, who may not understand French, ignorant on the subject. We presume that it never appeared in any other language; and thus Sir Arthur acknowledged, as well the pre-eminence of the French language as the Portuguese title of Duke of Abrantes.
We trust, however, that some marks of royal, or of ministerial disapprobation, will speedily be inflicted on the real authors of this calamity. The nation loudly demands it; and, we believe, the sovereign feels in common with his subjects on the point.
The following article has been distributed in the ministerial circles, as the justification of Sir Hew Dalrymple:
"The public seem much disappointed that the terms of capitulation granted to Junot and his forces have been so disadvantageous to our interests, and perhaps justly, were it not that there might have been some secret motives, and very strange ones—Suppose, for instance, Junot had possession of a strong post, and it was doubtful if he might have defended it for a fortnight, three weeks, or a month, or perhaps much longer, was it no object to gain that time in the situation that Spain is, with reinforcements pouring down from all quarters of France, to strengthen the enemy in Biscay and Navarre, and to have a disposable force so large as that which would otherwise be employed in Portugal, to throw into the assistance of the Spaniards in that quarter? Were they able by our assistance to drive the enemy beyond the passes of the Pyrenees, before he has time to collect his forces, would not that be a greater object to the ultimate success of the war; and does it not materially add to the probability of doing this by assisting them with this force three weeks or a month sooner than we could have done had we not accepted of the terms so complained of as granted to Junot?"
This statement does not contain matter of mitigation, much less of justification or defence. The first division of the French troops was to have been embarked within seven days, or sooner, if possible, and Junot we find had actually sailed. These identical troops may therefore return to Portugal, or enable Buonaparte to push forward an equal force, which he could not otherwise spare, before our army shall have marched through the Iberian Peninsula to the Pyrenees. Besides, it was not necessary to detain 30,000 British troops to blockade Ju-
not's 10,000. A very small proportion of British force, aided by the Portuguese troops and Patriots, would have been sufficient for the purpose. It is also to be considered, that the return of the French army, covered with disaster and disgrace, would have had a moral effect in France, infinitely more advantageous to the Spanish cause than any impulse which it could receive from the accession of the British troops.
PRIVATE CORRESPONDENCE.
Extract of a letter, dated Gottenburgh, September 7, 1808.
"It is calculated that the Russians have lost 30,000 men since the commencement of the war in Finland. A want of provisions, and the intense cold, have been particularly fatal to them. I can assure you, from good authority, that in Aland, Gothland and Finland, the Swedes have collected and taken about 11,000 stand of arms from the Russians, amongst which there is not one single Russian musket, all of them being part of the 20,000 stand furnished two years ago by the Swedes to Russia, at the request of Great-Britain. The troops encamped in the neighborhood of Riga are said to be nearly destitute of arms. Under such circumstances, it is no wonder they should continue to be overawed by the French."
"The Marquis de la Romana wrote a letter to the king of Denmark, and sent him 14 Danish prisoners back, because they were carried away on board of the transport which brought him to Sweden, and had been liberated by his interference, but both the letter and the prisoners were refused; the Danes stating, that they would no longer receive any thing or any person who had been contaminated by the society of the British."
"The King of Sweden still continues on the island of Aland, where he lives in the style of Charles the XIIth."
September 23.
It was reported on Sunday, that the rt. hon. Sir Wm. Scott, judge of his Majesty's high court of admiralty, had left town for Lisbon, to assist, with his advice, in the discussion of the question—How far the Portuguese, who are no parties to Sir Hew Dalrymple's convention, may interfere to prevent its execution; or that disgraceful measure be in any respect frustrated by England, consistent with the law of nations?
If Buonaparte go against Austria, it is more than probable he will fortify his armies in the passes of the Pyrenees, till he has done the other business.—By that time the English will be tired out, and the Spaniards divided by his arts and bribery. We trust he will be mistaken; but at all events, we do not think he will attack both Austria and Spain at once; if he attacks the former, he will remain on the defensive, or negotiate with the latter.
September 24.
Spanish papers to the 15th inst. arrived yesterday. The French have concentrated their force on the Ebro, where they appear determined to await the attack of the Spaniards. The battle will probably take place before the end of the month, as the several divisions of which the Spanish army is composed would be able to approach each other, and combine their operations by that time.—Gen. Blake, with 35,000 men, was said to be within a day's march of Burgos. Palafox, at the head of 25,000 brave Artagoneses, was advancing upon the enemy in another direction; and the marquis de Castellar, with the troops lately commanded by Castanos, amounting to 23,000 men, was expected at Valladolid early in this month. The whole of the French force in Biscay, Navarre, and the small portion of Old Castile, which they occupy, is computed at 40,000 men. The head quarters were established at Logrono, where Jerome Buonaparte had also fixed his residence. Since the retreat of Lefebvre from Saragossa, there have been no engagements in that part of Spain. The column which pursued him, under the command of Palafox, was obliged to fall back, in consequence of a movement made by 13,000 French, in the direction of Saragossa. These we suppose, were detached rather for the purpose of inflicting a signal vengeance on that city, than occupying it as a permanent post. It is not of that importance, in the present positions and situation of the French army, that it was when they occupied Madrid.
We have extracted from the Madrid Gazette, a very circumstantial and interesting account of the repeated attempts made by a detachment from the French garrison of Barcelona, to obtain possession of Gerona. The brave defence made by this city almost places it on a level with Saragossa. After reiterated failures and disgrace, the enemy was obliged to relinquish the enterprise. Their loss was very great, and they were incessantly harassed on their retreat all the way from Gerona to Barcelona.
Baron Stogonoff, the Russian ambassador, stated to have set out from Madrid to Lisbon, at the latter end of August. We should suppose he was acquainted with the result of the battle of Vimiera, and that he hoped to influence the negotiation, which, judging from the length of time it took to conclude it probably was the intention of Junot to protract until his arrival.
Mr. Waitman gave notice of the following motion in the Common Council on Thursday last, which he intended to move at the next court:
"That an humble and dutiful address and petition be presented to his majesty, expressing their grief and astonishment at the extraordinary and disgraceful convention lately entered into by the commanders of his majesty's forces in Portugal and the commander of the French army at Lisbon, praying his majesty to institute such an enquiry into this dishonourable and unprecedented transaction as will lead to the discovery and punishment of these, by whose misconduct and incapacity the cause of this country and its allies have been so shamefully sacrificed."
The Proctors are all in a bustle about Sir William Scott's voyage to Lisbon. They forget that Portugal is not a British province, and anticipate nothing but a new court of admiralty, with its patent register-ships and marshal-ships, and the whole train of appointments so necessary to the condemnation of captured vessels.
September 25.
The intelligence of the week, as far as it relates to Spain and Portugal, the principal subjects of curiosity at the present moment, is almost wholly devoid of interest—From Portugal no fresh intelligence has been received. The convention has, in all probability been carried into execution before

this period, and the details of our disgrace have been spread throughout Europe.
Sir William Scott, during the last week, has taken his passage for Lisbon, and report has connected his voyage with the pending convention in Portugal. The character of Sir William Scott is so deservedly eminent for his profound skill in the law of nations, that his presence might have been beneficial during the discussion; but it must be unavailing after the compact has been closed—Before Sir William Scott can reach Lisbon, Junot and his army will be embarked—perhaps landed in France and on their way towards Spain.
Sir Arthur Wellesley has been vindicated with considerable success from having any responsible share in the late convention. His friends do not hesitate to affirm that he was compelled by the absoluteness of military discipline, to set his pen to the treaty; that he was the victim of stern necessity, which the principles of a soldier's obedience would not suffer him to dispute; that he was made a machine, from motives of cunning and meanness, in the hands of his commanding officer, who considered his business as incomplete, till his disgrace was emblazoned by the victorious name of Sir Arthur Wellesley.
Sir Arthur complains likewise, or his friends complain for him, that he was superseded by a superior officer in the moment of following up his victory to the utter annihilation of the French army; that upon his resigning the command, a negotiator was admitted into the camp, and discussion was substituted for fighting; that his whole authority after the battle of the 21st being merged in a superior officer, he could not be considered as responsible for measures which he had it not in his power to direct or mitigate; that he knew the duty of an officer as well as the duty of a commander; and that, in a service where no point of discipline is so estimable as submission to a superior command, he had been too well educated to mutiny himself, or teach it to others.
Such is a slight sketch of the vindication of Sir Arthur Wellesley by his friends; and if all that is stated be true, and we have no reason to deem it otherwise, none of the disgrace can fall upon him.
Sir Hew Dalrymple is understood to have been recalled, preparatory to an investigation of his conduct, and Sir Arthur Wellesley is to have the chief command of our troops destined to act in Spain.
Bell's Weekly Messenger.
Spanish papers have been received to the 15th. There is no confirmation of the victory reported to have been obtained by general Palafox near Pamplona. The victories of this man generally end in smoke. Instead of defeating the enemy, it appears that he had been obliged to retreat to Borja, within five leagues of Saragossa, in consequence of a force of 13,000 men, which were sent from Burgos, down the right bank of the Ebro, for the purpose of renewing the attack on Saragossa. This detachment, however, in consequence as was supposed of the intelligence they received of the strength of the Spaniards in that quarter, crossed the river, and retreated into Navarre.
The armies of Blake, Palafox, and Castalar, who has succeeded general Castanos in the command of the Castilian army, are advancing towards the frontiers of Navarre and Biscay, with the intention, as is said, of giving battle to the French army, the head quarters of which are at Lograno, the actual residence of Joseph Bonaparte.
It is not without considerable apprehensions that we look to the probability of the battle between the Spanish and French armies, even though the former should be double in number.
This notion of combating veterans, and overwhelming them with multitudes, is founded upon the mistaken ideas both of a people and an army. Strength is confounded with numbers under circumstances in which numbers can be of little avail. And discipline is undervalued in that species of warfare, in which superiority of discipline always has, and always will prevail.
An army is most distinctly one thing, and a people another. In superiority of numbers a people must infinitely exceed an army. In a state of things therefore, where numbers are the main point, a people will have a proportionate advantage. On the other hand, under a state of circumstances in which discipline is every thing, the superiority of number is of very little avail. Of what use was the Austrian peasantry opposed to the French veterans? Of what use were the millions of Darius opposed to the handful of Macedonians who composed the army of Alexander?
The point of fact is, that in regular warfare, in the system of battles and campaigns, nothing, absolutely nothing, is to be expected of a people as opposed to an army.
The suitable warfare for a people engaged against an army is the irregular hostility so fatally efficacious in the American war. Let the Spaniards fight as the Americans did, and they will have the same success as the Americans. Let them seek skirmishes, and avoid battles. Take every tree as a bulwark, and every hedge as an encampment. Let them fire, and run; let them break in the moment in which the enemy can bring a regular charge to bear against them; let them fly individually, and each take care of himself; let them reunite upon occasion, and let every man have his musket to shoot at his enemy from whatever tree or barn he may pass. But let them avoid pitched battles, camps, and campaigns.
Such are the arms and such the warfare by which a people must succeed against an army, in which numbers are alone of avail, and in which discipline is rendered nugatory by the shifting uncertainty of its object. We shall be alarmed, therefore, beyond measure, if we hear of any intention on the part of the Spaniards to meet the French in pitched battles. Ibid.
It is understood that a war between Austria and France, if not actually commenced, is on the eve of breaking out.—Bonaparte has left Paris for Hamburg.
Paris, Sept. 8.
Yesterday there was a cabinet council of the ministers, at which his majesty presided.
It is positively stated that Marshal Lannes is to have the command in Spain.
The Monitor of this day contains the following article under the head at Berlin, the 26th ult.:
“A Prussian assessor, named Koppe, was informed against as an intriguer. Marshal Soult has had the good fortune of getting him arrested and
conveyed to Spandau; and having also got possession of his papers, he found among them the original of the following letter. We think it ought to be made public, as an instance of the causes of the rise and fall of states. This letter clearly displays the dispositions of the Prussian ministers, and particularly those of the Minister Stein, who has long held that office, and who still seems to be exclusively charged with the conduct of public affairs. We cannot but pity the king of Prussia for having in his service such awkward, but mischievously inclined ministers.
KONINGSBERG, Aug. 13.
By the official dispatch which Mr. Koppe will deliver to your illustrious highness, you will be informed of all that relates to the affairs of the French. I shall merely venture to make a few remarks respecting our situation in general.
According to the advice of Count G. L. W. repeated orders have been given to Prince G. to conclude a treaty of alliance, including a stipulation for a corps of auxiliaries, and to make application for a diminution of the contribution, or a delay in the period of payment. It is desirable that the Prince maintain a prudent degree of reserve and distance, should the emperor set off to execute any new enterprises. If his majesty, at the present crisis, when we may be useful to him, does not listen to our propositions, he will thereby demonstrate that he designs our total destruction, and we must then be prepared for the worst.
The public discontent increases daily in Germany. It must be kept up, and we must endeavor to work upon the minds of the people. I wish much that some correspondence could be established in Westphalia and Hesse, and that provision could be made for settling, in certain cases, a correspondence with some well-disposed persons, who might subsequently enter into reciprocal engagements with each other. If your illustrious highness can give me any information respecting this point, you may, in that case, send back to me Mr. Koppe, or transmit it by some other confidential person.
The affairs of Spain make a strong impression, and clearly demonstrate what we must have long foreseen. It would be very useful to circulate this intelligence in the most prudent manner.
A war with Austria is looked upon as unavoidable. This contest will decide the fate of Europe, and ours of course. What does your highness think will be the result of it? Some such plans as were in agitation in the Spring of 1807, should now be revived. Where is M. Von Meunier at present?
Count Non Nino*** will speedily pay you a visit and remain with you some time. The election runs a great risk, under the present circumstances, both his person and his possessions being in their power. He ought, however, to place the one or the other in a state of security: but I am much afraid that he will fall a victim to his irresolution and covetousness.
M. Jacobi is not yet arrived, but he is daily expected. His voyage has been tedious and difficult. It has been at length determined, that Ancillon shall be tutor to the hereditary prince. The execution of this purpose will, however, require some further time; but one step has been taken, and that is a great deal in our present state of indecision.
I am glad that your spouse has renounced her first intention. The prince must have derived great advantage from the conversation of a lady so accomplished, and who has learnt so much in the school of experience and misfortune.
The finances of the house must be in a very bad condition, for I am not yet paid the 13,000 guilders which it owed me for an estate that I sold some years ago. I should be very glad to have this sum paid to me, for in these times my possessions do not increase, and I must regulate myself according to my income.
I understand that some of your friends have left Holstein.
General Blucher falls off sadly; it has been necessary to send colonel Bulow to Colber to support him.
I am, &c.
(Signed) STEIN.
“The address was: To his illustrious highness the Prince of Saxe Wittgenstein, at Dobberon.”
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THE PUBLICK LEDGER.
WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOV. 2. 1808.
In some of the Monroe Tickets which have been distributed, an error has been committed. The name of “ Linah Mims ” of Greenbrier , last but one on the list, is printed “ Linah Mins .” It is expected and requested that these tickets be carefully examined, and corrected, which can easily be done, by erasing the word “ Mins ” and writing “ Mims .” The ticket affords sufficient room for it. Particular attention is requested to this matter.
To captain Sibson of the ship Union Island , in 32 days from Liverpool, and some of his passengers, we are indebted for London papers to the 25th of September, from which copious extracts are made for this day's paper.
In England the publick attention appears wholly engrossed by the late convention in Portugal; the sense of the nation upon that subject will be found in the extracts which we have made, and it is somewhat remarkable, that there is no difference of sentiment on this subject between the ministerial and opposition papers. The removal, if not punishment of the British commander in chief is certain. From many letters received from the army in Portugal, the indignation of the nation, it appears, is reciprocated to the fullest extent.
From Spain or Portugal nothing important had been received since the date of our former advices. The papers are filled with the marches of French armies to the Rhine and the Pyrenees. Buonaparte appears resolved on the reduction of Spain, while he menaces Austria at the same time. The tyrant is aware of the discontents in Germany; as an evidence of which, is an intercepted letter from one of the Prussian ministers to a German prince.—Austria is armed at all points, and nothing can exceed the zeal and loyalty of the people, upon whom the publication of the events in Spain have had a wonderful effect;—in vain have the French agents remonstrated against their publication.
The latest papers we have received asserts, that information had been received that day that a general insurrection had taken place in the kingdom of Naples, and that all the French there had been massacred or driven out:—although this intelligence wants confirmation, it is by no means improbable.
The war in the north of Europe has resulted most gloriously to the gallant king of Sweden. The Russians have been driven from Finland with immense loss and complete disgrace. In addition to that loss and disgrace, and the loss of his fleet in the Tagus, fresh mortifications were preparing for the emperor Alexander. His fleet in the Baltic are, no doubt, e'er this, in the possession of the united Swedish and English fleets, for which purpose fire ships had been sent from England, and troops were going from Sweden to make a joint attack by sea and land. The emperor of Russia will find himself, it is probable, less in troops 30,000, and in ships, 18 sail of the line, besides 12 or 15 frigates—in seamen, 8 or 10,000, and in reputation, his loss is incalculable. Our readers will perceive that nothing is more unfounded than those reports which stated a difference between Sweden and England.
The grand THEATRE OF COVENT GARDEN was destroyed by fire on the morning of the 20th of September; the loss is estimated at 150,000 pounds sterling.
Our London papers say but little on American affairs, except one of the 24th of September, which observes that it is not likely that any adjustment can take place with this government, who in proposing to raise the embargo on our part, and they to rescind their orders in council, have added, as a further condition, the relinquishment of the right to search our merchant ships for British seamen. This has been so often resisted, that a renewal of the demand at this time, has the appearance of a determination on the part of our government to continue their present measures, non-importation and embargo, or to resort to other, and stronger measures.
We have conversed with intelligent passengers, who came out in the ship Union Island , whose information corroborates, what we had before understood, that our embargo is much less regarded by both France and England, than was imagined by even those who disapproved the measure, upon the ground of its imbecility.
The publick anxiety increases as the period approaches, when our fate is to be decided. In a few days we calculate on being able to determine whether the embargo will be raised or continued.
The advocates for the embargo say, that as the causes which produced it continue, it must also be continued; this is a very unsatisfactory answer to those who never thought it necessary, as a permanent system, and much less satisfactory to those who have been brought to the brink of ruin by its deleterious effects. We cannot reflect on the continuation of this measure without the most serious apprehensions; and yet we have no hopes in seeing any alteration, as long as the present measures are continued in office. What they will be next, we pretend to no conjecture, but we are convinced that national and individual ruin will be the consequences of the continuation in confidence and power of those who now direct our affairs. We shall rejoice to find that we were mistaken, and give credit for any
measures which may advance the interests of the country.
The following information is written upon a London paper (the Times ) of the 24th September:
“ LONDON, Saturday, 2 o'clock, afternoon, “24th September, 1808.
“Tis believed that the Portuguese have refused to permit the Convention to be carried into effect—Accounts from the Baltic just received by the Gotenburgh mail—Sir James Saumarez was bombarding the Russian fortifications, and the Russian fleet had offered to capitulate on certain terms, which were refused—The bombardment was expected to recommence.”
STAUNTON, Oct. 26.
Congressional Candidate. —At the solicitation of a number of his friends, we are happy to state that Jacob Swoope, Esq. has been prevailed upon to offer himself as a candidate for congress from this district, at the next congressional election. Mr. Swoope's sentiments are well known, as he has been invariably a disciple of the Washington School.
NEW YORK, October 26.
The Hope arrived. —Arrived this day the schooner Hope , captain Woodward, last from England, in 25 days. This vessel brings dispatches from France and England. She left Havre-de-Grace the 12th ult. and proceeded to Cowes, where she waited for Mr. Atwater, who is charged with dispatches from Mr. Pinkney to our government, and we understand he proceeds immediately to Washington. It is remarkable that this vessel performed her voyage in 21 days going, and 25 days returning.
We have had an interview with Mr. Atwater, the Messenger, and with an intelligent English gentleman, who came in the Hope . From both these gentlemen we learn that the verbal information by the Richard was not correct—that France, altho' she had condemned many American vessels, had not declared war—that there was no prospect that Napoleon would rescind his decrees, nor that England would revoke her orders in council—and that our affairs are at least as unpropitious at this moment as they have been for some months past. Thus we presume the embargo will not soon be raised; and that the approaching winter will exhibit an augmented and continually augmenting scene of wretchedness throughout our country.
From England, we can hope for nothing favourable with regard to her orders, so long as we are daily tampering and tampering with Buonaparte; and of the disposition of Buonaparte, on the subject of his decrees we have a convincing exhibition, in the following list of recent condemnations:
List of American vessels condemned at Paris.
Ship Grace , Linzee, Boston, at Port Ferrajo; Victory , Hopkins, Portsmouth, (N. H.) at Cherbourg; Grace , at Passage, in Spain; Vengeance , do; Aurora , at Morlaix; Tarantula , Riley, at Boulogne; Rising Sun , Bust, at Amsterdam; Brothers , Pist, at Calais; Fame , of Boston, at Marseilles; Cados , Icard, New-York, do; George , of Newport, at Conquet; Mars , of Savannah, at Passage; America , Proctor, of Philadelphia, at Rotterdam; Mercury , Watson of New York, at Dieppe; James Adams , at Dunkirk; Helena , Clark, of Baltimore, at Morlaix; Charlotte , at Ostend. None were condemned but such as had valuable cargoes. Brig Venus , Bowdine, of Marblehead, at Port Ferrajo, waiting trial. Brig Ann , Folger, of Boston, condemned at St. Molors, captain arrived in England.
American vessels at Bordeaux, Sept. 1.
Brig Three Apprentices , Marriner, of New York; Charleston , Newman, do; sch'r Freedom , Smith, Cape Ann; Varico , Stanly, Marl-head—all under seizure for having been visited by the British! Ship Charleston Packet , Connell of Philadelphia— James Madison , Pennisson, of New Orleans; Phenix , or Felix , Ross, of New-York; Jenny , Myers, of do; brig Mentor , of do—all detained by the Embargo.
At Leghorn.
Sch'r Hope , of Philadelphia, waiting trial; ship Aurora , Hall, of Portsmouth, N. H. cleared.
AUCTION.
On Wednesday next the 9th instant, at 11 o'clock, at the warehouse occupied by Mr. John McGowan, on Maxwell's wharf.
WILL BE SOLD,
on a credit of two and four months for all sums above $200, purchasers giving notes with approved endorsers,
19 pipes old Antigua Rum,
1 hhd. & 3 kegs, do.—20 hhd. Molasses, 2 3/4 pipes 4th pf. Cognac Brandy, 1 pipe L. P. Madeira Wine (4 years old) 5 bds. and 1 keg old Peach Brandy—2 bags Coffee, 16 Middlings Bacon—7 2-3 tierce Brown Stout, 2 boxes Fig Blue—5 bds. Flour, 1 cask sheathing Wrought Nails—46 Carpenters Axes, 48 3 gal Stone Jugs—5 gal do. 8 1-3 pieces Fine Flannel—1 piece Bed Tick, 4 kegs Butter—1 do. Tobacco, 1 sett Blocks, Triple, Double, Single wt. fall, 1 do do. Smaller—1 pair Slings and Runner, 1 pair large Scales, Beam, Chains, &c.
Sundry Materials for use of Warehouse.
WM. B. LAMB, V. M.
ALSO,
On Thursday following, at the dwelling house of Mr. J. McGowan, Duke-Street, at 11 o'clock,
All his Household & Kitchen Furniture, &c. and a Likely Mare, Saddle and Bridle, &c.
W. B. L.
2d Nov.
BY VIRTUE of a deed in trust executed by Wm. and Christopher Raincock, to secure the payment of a sum of money due Edward Roberts.
WILL BE SOLD
on Saturday the 12th inst. at 12 o'clock, on the premises, for ready money, the TRACT OF LAND , called Paradise , whereon Wm. Raincock now resides, situate within one mile and a half of the town of Portsmouth, containing 368 acres. The road to the canal, and that running from the New Bridge to Bunting's Ordinary, runs through this land; there is on the premises a comfortable dwelling house and thereon a very well-stocked kitchen garden, and the land is as well situated as any in that part of the country, and an excellent range for sport.
The Trustees.
2d Nov.
I WANT
A few Thousand Bushels of CORN — The Yellow preferred.
MOSES MYERS,

Mr. LEROY ANDERSON'S REMOVAL.
LEAVING this place destitute of an ESTABLISHMENT for the EDUCATION of YOUNG LADIES; and Mrs. CAMP having determined to remain here another season and to receive boarders as heretofore;
I propose, in conjunction with Mr. George Blackburn, professor of Mathematics in the College of William and Mary, to undertake the charge of an Academy in the same house, wherein it was usually kept next door to Mrs. Camp's.
In this Academy, young ladies will be taught all the branches more immediately conducive to mental improvement; and those ornamental accomplishments which are deemed so necessary that they have become an almost indispensable part of female education.
Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic; the English Grammar, Geography, and History, will constitute the English Department, the charge of which will be undertaken by Mr. Blackburn.
Under the denomination of accomplishments will be comprehended the French Language; Music, Drawing and Dancing; which will be taught by me.
Mr. Blackburn's acknowledged scientific abilities, and his skill and experience as an instructor of youth; our united exertions; and our principal attention to the duties of our respective departments, induce us to hope that our lessons will be attended with all possible advantage to our pupils.
Parents and Guardians who feel disposed to encourage this establishment will be informed of the terms by application to
A. Plunkett, Teacher of the French Language in William and Mary College.
N. B. The tuition will commence on the 15th day of November next, and close on the 15th day of July following Williamsburg, October 26.
Ten Dollars Reward
For Negro ALECK , purchased of Mr. Hubbard of this place, of a very dark complexion, has lost his upper fore teeth; had on when he went away a coarse check shirt and cassimere pantaloons, long coat and white hat; he was seen near Tappahosier's Ferry, York, where I suspect he is still lurking, or at Williamsburg where he has a wife.
George Veale.
JAMES CHRISTIE,
Marble & Stone Cutter,
INFORMS the citizens of Norfolk he has just arrived in this Borough, and commenced business at the place formerly occupied by Mr. Mitchell, where all orders in his line will be strictly attended to
TURK'S-ISLAND SALT,
FOR SALE,
On board the Swedish Schooner Gustaf Adolph. Apply to Wilson & Cunningham.
FOR RENT,
The HOUSE at Cedar Grove.
Apply to William Cammack.
NOTICE is hereby given,
That two runaway slaves were committed to the jail of Northampton county in the month of August last past; the one named GEORGE, 5 feet 7 inches high, of a dark complexion and full face, formerly belonging to Mr. John Wadley of the county of Northampton; he says he belongs to a Mr. John Travers of Richmond county in Virginia; but it is understood that he has made other representations concerning the person to whom he belongs, and it was supposed that he belonged to some person in North Carolina or to the Southward. His clothing is of country manufacture and altogether of cotton.
The other of the said two slaves is a woman named BETTY, passing for the wife of the said George, she is 4 feet 11 inches high, of a dark complexion, now far advanced in pregnancy, and presumably belonging to the same person with the said George; but she has always refused to make any disclosure concerning her master or his residence. She was almost destitute of clothing when committed to jail, so that no distinctive description can be given thereof, but has been since furnished with plain and warm clothing suitable to her condition. The owner is requested to come and prove his property, pay the lawful charges and take the said slaves away; otherwise they will be disposed of, as the law directs.
John Snead,
Jailer of Accomack County.
BURR'S TRIAL.
THE subscribers to the Report of BURR'S TRIAL, are respectfully informed, that the first volume has arrived from Philadelphia, and is now ready to be delivered at Petersburg and Richmond: A sufficient number of copies will be forwarded as speedily as possible to different parts of the country, and deposited at places convenient to subscribers, of which notice will be duly published. Gentlemen who have been so obliging as to take subscription papers, will confer a great favour on the Reporter, by transmitting them immediately to him at this place, or to Hopkins and Earle, booksellers at Philadelphia, as may be most convenient, in order that the books may be distributed accordingly. The second volume is in the press, and every exertion will be made to have it speedily ready for delivery. As the expenses and labour attendant on the publication, have been very great, the price to non-subscribers will be unavoidably raised. The moderate addition of fifty cents per volume will be required of them.
David Robertson.
MACKINDER & WHITE,
Will give CASH for
5000 bushels good White CORN.
And offer for Sale, Hollands Gin, Country do. Muscovado Sugar, Prime Smithfield and Carolina Pork, Fresh Imperial, Hyson, and Young Hyson Teas, Also,
A general assortment of Dry Goods, which they will sell on the lowest terms, for cash or approved Notes.
WANTED,
About eight likely HANDS,
to whom liberal wages will be given. Apply as above.
FOR SALE
On board the British ship Halliday, capt. Marshall, just arrived from Liverpool,
355 tons stoved SALT,
145 do. common do. 100 crates well assorted Earthenware, and 12 dozen Mats—by
C. & F. WHITTLE.
MOROCCO.
MEGGESON & LAPLANTE,
Are now opening a handsome assortment of MOROCCO, assorted colours, of their own manufacture, viz.
Cochineal Red, common do. Blue,
Yellow, Green, Purple, and Black,
Which can be seen at Mr. Theo. Armistead's Ware-House on Campbell's Wharf, or at their factory near Mr. Theo. Armistead's Tan-Yard.
October 14.
FALL GOODS.
WOOD & HASTINGS,
Have just received a general assortment of SEASONABLE GOODS,
Which they will sell at very reduced prices for CASH, by Wholesale and Retail, at No 76, Main-street. October 19.
CASH
For 30 or 40 Negro BOYS,
From 7 to 12 years old. The titles must be indisputable. Samuel Coleman.
October 19.
Landing on Commerce-Street,
The CARGO of the Brig Fame,
Capt. Stone, from Havana—Consisting of
Prime Muscovado SUGARS in hogs-
heads and barrels, Best Green COFFEE in bags and barrels, Cloyed SUGAR in boxes, ORANGES and LIMES.
For Sale by MOSES MYERS.
October 12.
The Publick are respectfully in-
formed, that there are a few PEWS for Sale or Rent in the Presbyterian Church. Enquire of
William K. Mackinder.
October 12.
FOR SALE,
3000 bushels Liverpool SALT, a-float.
In Store,
At their establishment near Campbell's wharf, 100 pieces Russia Canvas, 60 do. Raven's Duck, 300 do. English do. 1 to 7.
With a general and extensive assortment of
SHIP CHANDLERY,
on liberal terms by Noble & Arbuthnott, & Co.
October 7.
Wanted to Purchase or Hire,
A steady aged WOMAN,
who has been used to the care of children; it is expected none will apply but what can bring an unexceptionable character. Enquire at the Ledger Office.
October 12.
NOW LANDING
On our Wharf, and for Sale on a liberal credit, from on board the British Schooner Commerce, Capt. Collins, from Jamaica,
A Cargo of high proof RUM.
C. & F. Whittle.
September 2.
Turk's-Island SALT,
For Sale on board the Brig Experiment, at Gosport, by William Dickson.
September 21.
Mackinder & White,
Have just received from on board the Schooner Liberty, Capt. Lewis, from Philadelphia,
150 boxes fresh Imperial and Hyson
TEAS, of superior quality.
Also,
A fresh supply of Hollands GIN,
Ticklenburgs, superfine Cloths, Gentlemen's Silk Hats, Parasols, &c.—Which they offer for Sale on the lowest terms, for cash or approved notes.
N. B. A few barrels of prime Smithfield MESS PORK
April 15.
FOR SALE,
30,000 acres valuable LAND,
situated upon the river Washita, in one of the most fertile parts of Louisiana—Particulars with regard to local advantages, situation, title, and the most favourable terms to purchasers, will be made known by application to THOMAS TUNNO, in Charleston, or MORRIS MILLER, in Savannah.
Feb. 8.
Leather, Cordage, and Loaf Sugar.
The subscriber will hereafter expose for Sale at his Ware-house on Campbell's wharf the above Articles, of the manufacture of Norfolk, at reduced prices for Cash, or on short credits only.
Feb. 20.
Theo. Armistead.
He will sell or lease for a term of years, the STORES at the end of Marsden's and Rothery's wharves.
Feb. 20.
We have for SALE on our Wharf,
200 hogheads MOLASSES,
53 do. superior quality Muscovado Sugars, 37 do. inferior do.
238 bags Guadalupe Coffee; 10 puncheons Rum, 60,000 wt. Jamaica Coffee, in hds. barrels and bags, 10,000 do. La Guira do. 20 hds. Raisins,
20 cases superior quality Claret, 6000 bushels Rye, 3500 do. St. Ubes, 2500 do. Turks-Island, 2500 do. coarse Liverpool Salt,
10 pipes old Madeira Wine; 4 do. Country Gin, 50 barrels Rye Whiskey; 20 hds. Philadelphia Porter, 1 new 14 inch Cable 120 fathoms.
C. & F. Whittle.
July 13.
For SALE at my Brew-House,
Strong, Table, and Ship BEER, by
the hoghead, barrel, and half barrel—and a constant supply of bottled PORTER in packages and by the dozen.
And in Store,
Wines, Liquors, and Groceries,
wholesale and retail.
Joseph Hayes.
Feb. 18.
Phoenix Fire-Office, Norfolk.
NOTICE.
The following Policies issued from this Office expire in the month of October next, viz.
283,003 283,142 283,149
6 143 150
10 144 151
12 145 152
17 146 153
140 147 154
141 148.
Richard Taylor, Agent. 31 Oct.
September 28.
FOR SALE,
3000 bushels Turk's-Island SALT,
Now on board the Sloop Juliana, Capt. Stowe.
Also,
21,000 feet MAHOGANY,
A few puncheons Old Antigua Rum, do. Molasses, Sugars, Indian Meal in barrels.
John Granbery.
September 21.
DR. ROBERTSON'S Celebrated Stomachick Elixir of Health.
Which has proved by experience, to be the most valuable medicine, ever yet offered to the publick for curing the Gout, Cramp, and wind in the Stomach; also a certain cure for the Dysentery, or Bloody Flux, Cholera Morbus, severe Gripings, and all other disorders of the bowels, a dose never fails to remove a cold if taken soon after its first appearance. It is also celebrated for carrying off superfluous bile, removing habitual costiveness, sickness at the Stomach, severe head ache, &c. &c.
The following certificates are selected from the many respectable ones lately received by the proprietor, and are now in his possession.
Certificate of Mr. William Julion, carpenter and builder No. 69, South Fifth-Street, Philadelphia.
SIR—My wishes to promote the interest of superior merit, and to afford consolation to the afflicted, induces me to request you will lay my case before the publick, as an incontrovertible proof of the astonishing efficacy of Dr. Robertson's invaluable Stomachick Elixir of Health.
I do hereby certify, that I was seized most violently with the dysentery, or bloody flux, which reduced me to such a state that I was confined to my bed, and became so weak that I could not move without assistance. My situation at that time became seriously alarming, as no relief could be obtained, I was given over, and even death would have been desirable to me, had not a friend of mine, who by chance called to see me, who had just recovered from a similar complaint, though not so severe as mine. He informed me that he was cured by taking Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Elixir of Health, and advised me to send to you for a bottle. I immediately did so, and by following your instructions given with the bottle, before I had taken half a bottle, I found myself much relieved, and my disorder greatly abated, and by continuing to take it, in one week I was able to walk out, and in less than a fortnight was able to attend to my business.
I therefore recommend every family to be provided with this invaluable medicine, particularly those who live at a distance from the country, where assistance cannot be immediately obtained. As I am convinced that Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Elixir of Health, is the most effectual remedy in the world, I have since recommended it to several of my friends in similar complaints, who have always been relieved immediately after taking it. Should any person with to be more fully convinced of my case, I will with pleasure explain it to them by applying to me.
I am with a due sense of the benefit I have received thro' the efficacy of your medicine, Sir, your humble servant, WM JULION.
Mr. DYOTT, Philadelphia, July 15th, 1807.
Certificate of Mr. George Stokes, South Water Street, Philadelphia.
SIR—For the benefit of the afflicted, I think proper to inform you that Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, has been to me, of the most essential service. I had been a long time afflicted with a pain in my Stomach, and continual head-ache, attended with a sickness at the Stomach, which brought on a vomiting and lax, which continued on me until I became a very weak state, without being able to get any relief, until I tried one bottle of Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, which entirely cured my disorder, except a weakness and want of appetite, for which I have since taken Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Wine Bitters, which quite restored my strength and appetite, and I now enjoy better health than I experienced for many months before—As I consider your medicine to have been the means of saving my life, I solicit you to publish my case for the benefit of others, who by abiding by the directions given with your invaluable medicines, will embrace the same means by which I have happily effected my recovery.
I am, Sir, your obedient servant, GEORGE STOKES.
Mr. DYOTT, Philadelphia, August 1, 1807.
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATES.
Of Mr. John T. Solomon, Sixth near Race-Street, Philadelphia.
SIR—For the good of the publick and benefit of the afflicted, I think proper to inform you, that having laboured for upwards of six months, under a very bad cough, attended with a difficulty of breathing, pains in my breast and side, and a sickness at my Stomach; having lost all appetite, I became so very much reduced in my strength as to be unable to walk. I was considered in a consumption, and given up for a lost man. In this hopeless situation I had recourse to Dr. Robertson's Stomachick Elixir of Health, and to my great astonishment, before I had taken one bottle, found myself very much relieved. I expected a great quantity of phlegm, which has eased me of one of the most violent coughs that ever man had; I have taken it regularly ever since, and now find myself completely recovered, and shall certainly, for the benefit received, recommend it as far as I can, believing it to be a most efficacious medicine in the above complaint.
I am, Sir, with great respect, Your obliged humble servant, JOHN T. SOLOMON.
Mr. T. W. DYOTT. August 22.
Certificate of Mr. John Lee, Philadelphia.
DEAR SIR—By the administration of Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, and that the publick may be acquainted with the good effect I have received from it, I wish you to publish the following:
About a fortnight ago I was seized with the influenza, or a violent cold attended with a pain in my limbs, and a violent cough, which settled on my lungs, and having been for some time before in a weakly state, I expected a consumption must soon have followed, had I not been advised to try Dr. Robertson's Elixir of Health, which has effectually removed my complaint, and I now feel better health than I have for some time before. It is impossible to say too much in favour of this invaluable medicine, as I am clearly convinced it is the most efficacious remedy ever offered to the publick, in the above complaint.
I am, Sir, your obliged servant, JOHN LEE.
Mr. DYOTT. November 11.
The above Medicine is sold wholesale and retail by the proprietor, T. W. DYOTT, No. 11, North Second-Street, Philadelphia; and by appointment at BONSAL & CONRAD'S Book Store, Norfolk; and at SOMIRWELL & CONRAD'S, Petersburg. May 23. lawly
Fifty Dollars Reward.
RAN AWAY from the Subscriber on the 26th December last, a Mulatto Man named TONEY, a Blacksmith by trade; he is about 24 years of age, 5 feet 10 inches high—had on when he went away a dark cloth surcoat and pantaloons—his right foot has been broken, which causes him to limp, and is much larger than the other—He travelled in the stage from Edenton to Suffolk, the 28th December last. I have understood he went by the name of Benjamin James while in Suffolk—I expect he will endeavour to pass as a free man. The above reward will be given to any person who will secure him in any jail so that I get him again, and all reasonable charges paid if delivered to me in Plymouth, North-Carolina.
JOHN WALKER. 11m
August 26.
FOR SALE
In our Ware-House, where the largest vessel can come along side,
15,000 bushels of CORN,
2000 do. do. white, 30 bales Cotton.
Also,
4000 bushels coarse SALT,
150 sacks Ground Album do. 43 hogheads old Antigua Rum, do. Jamaica do.
40 hogheads Sugar, 80 barrels do.
A few casks excellent Port Wine, Coffee in hogheads, Fodera Wine, 45 crates Eastern do.
Several inspections. GEO. MURRAY, & Co.
September 9.
LOTTERY OFFICE.
LOTTERY TICKETS FOR SALE
IN THE Philadelphia Grand Lotteries, BY R. H. HUGHES, No. 69, CHESTNUT-STREET.
SCHEME OF A LOTTERY
For the Universalist Church, Authorized by an Act of the General Assembly of the State of Pennsylvania, passed the first day of February, 1808.
<  1 prize of 15,000 dollars is 15,000  1 10,000 10,000  1 5,000 5,000  1 4,000 4,000  1 3,000 3,000  2 2,000