Norfolk gazette and publick ledger (Norfolk [Va.]), 1807-07-20 00:00:00

NORFOLK GAZETTE AND VIRGINIAN
VOL. IV.]
MONDAY EVENING, JULY 20, 1807.
NO. 40
THIS PAPER IS PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A WEEK PRICE TO SUBSCRIBERS SIX DOLLARS PER ANNUM, PAYABLE IN ADVANCE—SINGLE PAPER TWELVE AND ONE HALF CENTS—ADVERTISEMENTS ARE INSERTED AT THE RATE OF FIFTY CENTS FOR THE FIRST, AND TWENTY FIVE CENTS PER SQUARE FOR EACH SUCCEEDING INSERTION.
For Freight or Charter, The fine Ship Liverpool Packet, James Kenard, master, burthen 270 tons. Apply to the master on board, or Phinehas Dana. Who offers for Sale on board said Ship, 13,000 bushels Liverpool coarse Salt, and 600 bushels best house Coals. July 17.
FOR CHARTER, The good Ship Charles Carter, Lurthen 400 bds. tobacco, and will be ready for the reception of a cargo in 10 days. A freight to Liverpool will be preferred. Apply to Donaldson, Thorburn, & Co. Who have for Sale the CARGO of the said Ship, consisting of 13,000 bushels St. Ubes SALT. July 15.
Fitzhugh's Packet, HULDAH & ANNA, will sail for New-York on Sunday next, wind and weather permitting. For freight or passage apply to the master on board, or Moses Myers. July 13.
For Sale or Charter, The Schooner DIANA TALBOT, burthen 750 barrels of Flour, will be ready to receive a cargo in three days. For terms apply to Francis Smith. Who is landing from said Schooner, and for Sale, 47 boxes white and brown Havana SUGAR, 20 hds. Muscovado do. July 10.
For Liverpool, The fast sailing coppered Ship CALEDONI-AN, John Dickson, master, burthen about 500 hogheads tobacco, and will be ready to receive a cargo in 8 days. For freight apply to William Dickson. Who offers for Sale on board said Ship, Stoved SALT, loose and in sacks, 50 crates well-acted Earthenware, which will be sold low if taken from along side. July 10.
For SALE, The coppered Schooner ANN, with all her material as she came from sea; her burthen is 700 barrels; a credit of 12 months will be given for approved paper. Also, The entire CARGO of said Schooner, Consisting of Prime Antigua SUGARS, in hds. tierces, and barrels. Apply to C. & F. Whittle. July 3.
For LIVERPOOL, The good Ship MARS, J. Cheat, master, will sail in 15 or 18 days. For freight apply to MOSES MYERS. July 1.
For LIVERPOOL, The Ship MINERVA, Henry Keele, master, to sail by the 10th July. For passage only, apply to the master on board, or Alexander Leckie. June 29.
For CHARTER, The JULIA, 350 hogheads burthen now ready to load. Apply to C. & F. WHITTLE. Who have for Sale, Beef, Pork, Herrings, Rice, Rum, Sugar, Coffee, &c. June 29.
WANTED, A good fast-sailing VESSEL, of 1200 barrels burthen; immediate dispatch will be given by C. & F. Whittle. For Sale on a long credit, 50 puncheons Grenada RUM. June 17.
500 barrels superfine FLOUR, of very superior quality, 41 bales upland Cotton. For Sale by C. & F. Whittle. Who want
A SHIP of 200 to 250 hogheads burthen, for Europe; and two SCHOONERS of 700 barrels, each for the West Indies. June 15.
For Freight or Charter, The elegant fast-sailing coppered Ship HERALD, Doane, master, burthen 325 tons. For terms, apply to Moses Myers. June 8.
For Freight or Charter, The Brig ROEBUCK, Tho's Bolan, master, burthen 270 bds. tobacco; a freight to France would be preferred. Apply to Noble, & Arthmott, & Co. April 3.
For Liverpool, The new copper fastened Ship POCAHONTAS, C. Tompkins, master, will sail about the 15th next month, her cargo being all engaged. For passage only, having good accommodations, apply to the master on board, or Wilson, Cunningham, & Co. June 19.
100 hog-heads TOBACCO only, are wanted to complete the loading of the ship. May. Moses Myers. July 3.
An extensive, useful, and elegant variety of GOODS, Lately imported by the Subscriber, and on hand from former importations and consignments, which he offers for Sale on accommodating terms for approved paper, amongst which are
GERMAN LINEN, &c. 22 bales coarse German Linen, 3 boxes 100 pieces each do. Rolls entitled to drawback, 3 boxes white and brown Flatiles, 1 do. fine Dowlas, 2 do. Romas, 1 do. quadruple Shetland, 2 do. Table Cloths and Table Linen, 5 bales Ruffa Sheetings, 1 case of 140 pieces German Lace and Edging, 1 do. fine Thread Hose, 2 do. coarse do., 1 do. extra fine Shirt Linen, 1 do. fine Lenos and Bed Bunts two yards wide, 3 do. containing 40 pieces Paper Hangings, 8 do. Tumblers, Decanters, and Wine Glasses, 50 do. Window Glass, 100 do. floor Pipes, 140 do. Havana Sugars from 12 to 20 dollars per box, 11,000 bed Coffee Bags, 4000 cheap Gunny Bags, 50 dozen empty Bottles, 200 wt. brass and iron nailed botting Wire, 800 do. Glue. ALSO, 3 pair large and very elegant gilt framed Looking Glasses; some, sewing, and Apothecary's Twine; Scarlet Plush for saddles; a great variety of toilet Glasses; drilling and thaving Cases; Musical Instruments and Muffins; Chessmen and Dice; Cutlery; Jewelry and fine Lace; velvet Ribbons; Flanders Sheerings; Waffle Irons and Coffee Toasters; Liquor Cakes; Oil Cloth, &c. &c. John C. Niemeyer. July 17.
450 pieces elegant PAPER HANGINGS, assorted, just received on consignment, and for sale on low terms by the whole invoice, by John C. Niemeyer. Who offers for Rent, The second Floor of the Ware-House on Maxwell's wh. now occupied by Proby, Harmsen, & co. Also, A part of his Store in Main-Street, a back Room, and some other conveniences may be had with it, and possession may be had in a few days. Apply as above. July 15.
WOOD AND HASTINGS, No. 90, Main-Street, have just received an additional supply of Staple and Fancy GOODS, Among which are, 3 cases 4 1/2 In. Linens, 1 trunk 6-4 Cambric Muslins, trunk Amber Cotton Chambrays, 1 do. checked do., 1 do. containing elegant springed, dotted, and Trafalgar India mull Muslins, 1 trunk Madras Handkerchiefs, 2 cases Dimities entitled to Drawback, 2 do. red cotton Umbrellas, 6 bales India Cottons, assorted, 1 bale India Checks, 1 case Brown Hollands, 1 case White Brittas, 1 do. Cotton Bails. July 15.
Norfolk Drawbridge Company. The President and Directors at their semi-annual settlement of the Company's affairs on this day, declare a dividend of three per cent. on the capital stock of the said Company for the last six months, which dividend will be paid to the respective Stockholders, or their legal representatives, on or before the 15th of the ensuing month, by William Cammack, Treas'r. July 15.
NOTICE. On Saturday the 11th instant, was stolen or taken by mistake from Southgate and Dickson's wharf, a quarter cask of PORT WINE, marked and numbered on the head No. 1531, Baltimore, Federal Jack, Port, 30 gallons, Delogier, November 4, 1806. Twenty Dollars will be given to the informer if the Wine has been stolen and recovered, or thanks to any person who may have received it through mistake, by applying to William Dickson. July 15.
Wanted to purchase, A NEGRO GIRL, from 12 to 16 years of age—one that has been brought up in a house would be preferred; none need apply but those who can be recommended, for which a generous price in cash will be given. Apply to Portsmouth, July 13. Samuel Davis.
Office of Discount and Deposit, U. S. Bank, Norfolk, July 6, 1807. WANTED TO PURCHASE, A few Thousand Pounds Sterling, in approved endorsed Bills on, or payable in London at Sixty Days sight. Robert Oliphant, Cashier. July 6.
The Subscriber has for Sale, 136 hds. 14 tierces and 47 barrels Muscovado SUGAR, And a few barrels of COFFEE of the first quality, which will be sold on liberal terms Henry Hastie. July 10.
VIRGINIA, to wit: At a Chancery District Court, held at the former capitol in the city of Williamsburg, the 28th day of April, 1807, Josiah Riddick, against Michael and John Wallace, and Barnet Pulliam, defendants. The defendant, Barnet Pulliam, not having entered his appearance and given security according to the act of assembly and the rules of this court, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court that he is not an inhabitant of this county on the motion of the plaintiff, by his counsel, It is ordered, that the said defendant do appear here on the first day of next term, and answer the bill of the plaintiff, and that a copy of this order be forthwith inserted in one of the newspapers published in the borough of Norfolk, for two months successively, and posted at the front door of the former capitol in this city. Anthony Robinson, C. C. May 18.
From the American Daily Advertiser.
LAW INTELLIGENCE.
The following opinion, on the doctrine of holding to bail, was delivered by the president of the court of common pleas, for the city and county of Philadelphia, the 16th of last October. In the case of Town against Kingston, a rule has been granted to shew cause, why the defendant should not be discharged on common bail. Every man has a right to recover money due, or damages for the violation of a contract, or compensation for personal injury, as the case may be. He has, therefore, a right to the means. The right of bail, is a right to the means, and without it, the end could not be obtained. It is preposterous to grant the end, without authorising the means. Security to appear, and abide the judgment of the court, is essential to the due administration of justice. It will be inverting every principle of order to say, that before giving such security, the judge shall ascertain whether the defendant be really a debtor, or whether the plaintiff has sustained any damage. The merits, and giving security, are distinct things, and should not be confounded. The judge, who, in order to decide a question of bail, investigates the merits of the cause, in so doing, violates the principles of the constitution, usurps the power of a court and jury, and subverts the whole system of jurisprudence.
The only legal mode of shewing cause, is by the affidavit of the plaintiff, which, if drawn with a sufficient degree of precision, is conclusive. The affidavit must, in general, state the facts so much at large, and with such distinctness, that the judge may be enabled to decide on the quantum of bail required by the plaintiff, and that the plaintiff may be indicted for perjury, if the facts are not truly stated by him. In actions of trespass, and in assault and battery, the plaintiff does not swear, he has sustained damage to any precise amount—he swears to the facts, and the judge fixes the bail. In actions of covenant, and special actions for the non-performance of contracts, the plaintiff must not only state in his affidavit, the material circumstances of the case, but he must state the actual amount of the damage he has received in positive terms. It is just and right, that if the defendant on the one hand, is to be deprived of his personal liberty by the oath of the plaintiff, the plaintiff on the other hand, should swear positively to his debt, or the damage he has sustained by a breach of contract. The conclusiveness of the affidavit is the result of its precision, and they are inseparably connected in the judgment of law.
In the case now before the court, the affidavit is manifestly defective, in not stating positively the amount of damage received, and also in omitting to state the facts more at large, so as to enable the judge to fix the quantum of bail. The plaintiff swears only to the best of his knowledge and belief; and in general terms that the damage he has sustained, has been the consequence of the defendant not complying with the instructions and contract. Without saying, what should have been the form of the affidavit, it is sufficient to observe, that besides containing a reference to intrinsick matter, the expressions are too loose and general, to authorise holding the defendant to bail—Let the rule be made absolute.
See the following authorities, Salk. 100. Doug. 450. 2. Burr. 655. 3. Burr. 1447. 2. East. 453. Wood's inst. 601. 602. 1. Bacon. 209. 2. East. 457. 1. Bosanq. & Pull. 480. 227. 305. 1. Barnes. 38. 79. 80. 2. Barnes. 97. 1. Richardson prae. K. B. 107. 1. Wilson 233. 1. W. Blackstone's Rep. 192. 41. Blackstone 19. Cowp. 529. 1 Wils. 121. 279.
From the New York Commercial Advertiser.
There seems to be a general consent among the people of the United States respecting the immediate and indispensable necessity of preparing against the belligerent ambition of Great-Britain: if, perhaps, since Mr. Jefferson's late proclamation, I shall not be obliged to except the executive branch of our government. From what system of reasoning, or from what facts in history the policy has derived its origin, I shall not attempt to divine; yet it seems certain, that our executive head has discovered a proclamation to be an universal remedy for every political disorder: an omnipotent sedative, adapted to the quieting of all national disturbances. It is undoubtedly a great thing to be a political philosopher: there is no natural impossibility in the supposition, that such an one may be endowed with a supernatural acumen by which he may discern a beneficial result flowing from a system of measures, in which all the world besides see nothing but absurdity, timidity, and hobby-horsical infatuation. But, from what has heretofore transpired of the effects of this remedy, one would have supposed its application would have been suspended awhile, especially in prescription for Great-Britain. After we had seen a proclamation blow up a British officer from the command of a pitiful frigate to that of a navy-yard, we had no reason to expect that we should so soon have seen the same experiment used in a similar case. Yet may we not hope, notwithstanding the untoward appearance of the measures, which have become publick, that an order has some forth for the immediate assembling of congress? May we not also hope, that when that body shall have assembled, they will show to the world, they no longer expect miracles from proclamations and gun-boats; they will undoubtedly find the nation disposed to make the necessary sacrifices to save or to redeem its honor. It is in the power, what ever may be the result, to make this conjecture to be a subject of regret.
grace: and to restore our government to its former state, in which it had some time past been held by Europe; the answer to this question would embrace a system of measures, for which present discussion is out of place. But certainly there are two of their characteristics: a vigor and a service that would have done honor to Rome in her contest with a Carthage or a Hannibal. I would not wish to gain a character for armaments by suggesting where the first statement might be true, but it will be sufficient to mention such things as have been suggested, in which we shall now agree. In the first place, there is a want of men, by taking advantage of the present high tone of the publick spirit, in erecting fortifications, and in making general preparation for defence. Our citizens are ready to volunteer their personal services, required, with all possible facility. Let government only direct the manner, in which their services shall be exerted, and they will show how easily they will encounter a temporary inconvenience, to save them from national disgrace. This can only be done at once, by putting into operation the militia in its power, raise such obstruction to the progress of an enemy, as greatly retard if not completely to check him; thereby giving time to our citizens to make all the necessary arrangements for the extremity of obstinate war.
Without arrogating, I may give a sketch of a plan which appears proper to be acted upon at this moment. It is, that government should employ skilled engineers, with such others as may have experienced in military matters, for choosing advantageous situations for fortifications; to draw suitable plans of such works, as it may be found necessary to erect; to direct the different materials to be made use of; and, and to have general superintendence of the business. The sums appropriated by congress, I know are inconsiderable; too pitiful, indeed, to be mentioned when our views are directed to a general system of defence for our extensive sea-board, and any partial provision would be improper now all parts are exposed. But to aid this we have the spirit of the people; which I am happy to say, is little in unison with the all-bearing, or perhaps, to speak more properly, the all-bearing nature of some of our rulers. There are two ways, in which the deficiencies of the publick appropriations might be made up. The one is by private subscriptions: the money raised in this way to be expended under the direction of the officers of government, as I have before hinted. The other is voluntary personal service.
This latter particular deserves some farther attention. It is well known that the citizens of New York have been at all times forward in contributing for purposes both of a publick and private nature; and in the present case, when the honour of their country is at stake, and their lives and property insecure, they are ardent to be employed in a manner most favourable to the emergency. The only question, therefore, is upon the best method of appropriating the personal services, which may be voluntarily offered. This would be for the different corps of the military to turn out under the order of their respective commanders, in such detachments as should be best adapted to the service. A double advantage would arise from this—the privates would at once serve their country, and become a little accustomed to a post of labour; to which national vicissitudes may at any time call us; while the ambitious officer, under the opinion and instruction of the officers of government, might gain some acquaintance with the art of fortification. This plan might be put into immediate operation; and extended to almost any degree of utility.
DENTATUS. CASU gives for good Rough hnd. and bbl. STAVES, by Moses Myers. July 1.
Forty Dollars Reward, Will be given to any person who will apprehend and deliver to Warren Ashley Esq. of Norfolk, or the subscribers, two runaway Negro Men, named JEMMY and JETT-KEY, purchased a short time since part of the GIBBS property in Hampton. Jemmy is about 23 years of age, very strong and well built, and about 5 feet 9 inches high. Jett-key is at least 6 feet high, about 24 years of age, very black and likely. These Negroes, absconded from the subscriber with a wish to be sold to Natchez or New Orleans, where they have been since. Jemmy was last seen at Hampton, where my plantation is. All captains and masters of vessels are hereby cautioned against receiving them on board, or employing them in any way. Henry Hastie. Globe, Midweek, July 4.
Sherry Wine and Cadiz Salt, Landing on Marden's wharf, the CARGO of the brig Globe, Choice Sherry Wine and Cadiz Salt. Also, a few puncheons and old Madeira WINE, that have had their government stamps to South America for Sale by Robert Dickson. July 6.
John E. Wright Smith, has just received by the Hunter, from London, a consignment of GOODS, suited for the season. Also, A few patent and Grant Plank, for Sale. By JOHN E. WRIGHT. 488 barrels FLOUR, Richmond.

Saturday a Publick Dinner was given by the Citizens of Norfolk...
Never did we witness a scene so interesting as was exhibited on this occasion.
In the morning early, the fifty-fourth Regiment, with the volunteer corps attached thereto, was paraded...
At 3 o'clock the company, consisting of 700 persons, sat down to a handsome dinner...
1st. The People of the United States—Unanimity of sentiment and friendship of action will ever crown their efforts with success.—3 guns, 3 cheers.
2d. The President of the United States—The measures his wisdom has resolved upon, it is our duty to execute with fidelity.—3 guns, 3 cheers.
3d. The Governor of Virginia—His prudence, promptness and vigilance to protect his country, merit and receive the tribute of sincere approbation of his fellow citizens.—2 guns, 3 cheers.
4th. The Congress of the United States—We look with confident expectation that the Representatives of a Free people will adopt every proper measure to avenge the national wrongs, and secure the national rights.—4 guns, 4 cheers.
5th. The Constituted Authorities of our Government—They are agents of our own choice, entitled therefore to our obedience, respect and confidence.—3 guns, 3 cheers.
6th. The Army of the United States—Having the benefit of more military experience, we will regard them as models for our example in the hour of danger.—2 guns, 3 cheers.
7th. The Navy of the United States—Our flag has once been struck but the lustre of its stars is not extinguished.—4 guns, 6 cheers.
8th. The Militia—Their swords altho' formed of ploughshares are so well tempered that they can reach the heart of a foe.—3 guns, 3 cheers.
9th. Our Brethren from Richmond and Petersburg—When they heard we were in danger they flew to our assistance.—They merit and receive our gratitude.—6 guns, 6 cheers.
10th. The British Nation—We wish to preserve an honourable peace with them, but we dread not war, it is preferable to either insult or injustice.—2 guns, 3 cheers.
11th. The memory of George Washington—Let it inspire every American to emulate his glory.—6 guns, 6 cheers.
12th. The Heroes of our Revolution—The rich legacy of honorable independence which they bequeathed to us must never be impaired.—4 guns, 6 cheers.
13th. Our Brethren who were wounded and slaughtered on board of the Chesapeake—Their blood cries for vengeance, and when our government directs, vengeance it shall have, till then we can only mourn their loss and sympathize in their sufferings.—4 guns, 4 cheers.
14th. The Nations in amity with us—May our peaceful relations long continue.—2 guns, 3 cheers.
15th. Abolition to all party distinctions.—6 guns, 6 cheers.
16th. Arts and Manufactures—our country furnishes every raw material, let us not be indebted to others for the workmanship.—2 guns, 3 cheers.
17th. The American Eagle—a prowling Lion has sprung upon her when unsuspecting, but she now bids her roar.—6 guns, 6 cheers.
18th. Our Brethren now on Duty—they live in our memory altho' absent from our banquet.
Volunteers from the chair.
The Spirit of '76—It is again excited, may it never be extinguished, but like the lightning from Heaven, descend upon the structures and forms of Tyranny, to blast them for ever.
By the Second Chair.
The Liberty of the Sea—The nation that arrogates to itself the sovereignty of the Ocean, and attempts to impose restrictions upon the free navigation of other nations, is the common enemy of mankind.
It was a source of heartfelt satisfaction to notice the harmony and order which prevailed during the whole of this day...
In whatever view we have beheld the recent occurrence, we shall never regret it, should it prove the means of uniting the affections of our countrymen...
In the evening the company separated, with great order, and in the course of the day not a single occurrence took place which would disturb its harmony and pleasure.
Our last noticed that a detachment of cavalry had been sent to Cape Henry and its vicinity, to prevent the boats from the British ships coming on shore.
On Thursday night about 9 o'clock, a boat came on shore near Lynnhaven, where a party of militia under captain Reed was stationed. Upon the firing from the militia, the persons left their boat and ran into the woods...
On Saturday morning another boat was on shore with fifteen men, but put off at the moment that captain Taylor's cavalry appeared in sight.
Another boat has been, we understand on shore, bearing a flag of truce; but as the officer who came had no written communication to prove the character he appeared in, he was ordered on board, without inquiring into the object of his mission...
Hints to young Officers.—In an army, where the officers and soldiers have both their professions and duties to learn, great allowance in the commencement must be made; but patience, attention, and perseverance will surmount all difficulties.
In exercise the soldier should not be kept in a painful position longer than necessary. On a march attention should be paid to frequent changes of position, as not to produce more fatigue than can be avoided.
The hours of parade should be judiciously chosen, especially at a season, when exposure to the heat of the sun, may be fatal, to many valuable citizens.
The quality of the troops ought to be regarded, and although it may be necessary to make soldiers of all, men unaccustomed to severe duty, should not without actual necessity be made to undergo exercise that may prove fatal, and deprive their country of their services before an enemy appears...
These few hints are thrown out, without meaning disrespect to any particular officer or officers, but with a view to promote the harmony that should exist in a service, where all are embarked in one cause, and with the same object before them...
The Catherine Shepherd, Capt. Webb, from Antigua, arrived here this morning in 13 days. By a paper which he has favoured us with, we observe...
that the May packet has arrived from Falmouth, having sailed from that port the 29th May. As no movement upon our commerce was observed in the West-Indies, it is presumed that no general system of hostility was contemplated when the sailed, and further induces an expectation that admiral Berkeley's movements originated with himself.
It is stated that the Cleopatra, British frigate, has joined the British ships below. The ships that have remained were the Triumph and Leopard, so that Sir Thomas Hardy now commands on the station.
From an article which appears in the Boston Repertory, we have additional reason for regretting that our government have not thought proper to indulge the people with an official statement of the facts connected with the late outrage in Hampton Roads.
The preceding remarks are copied from the Gazette of the United States; upon which we would observe that our statement was correct as far as it went. At the time we wrote, we did not know that there were four deserters from the Melampus, as well as four from the Halifax.
RICHMOND VOLUNTEERS.
When it was known that the march of troops to Norfolk was necessary, the volunteer horse of this city offered their services; the offer was accepted, and Richmond has the honour of having been among the first, to send forth her citizen soldiers.
Immediately after the departure of the cavalry, a number of the most respectable citizens, many of whom were exempt from military duty, by age and publick employment, organized themselves into another corps of cavalry...
HANOVER VOLUNTEERS.
There were 4 volunteer companies from Hanover of the 74th regiment, commanded by captains Wm. White, captain John Thornton, jn. captain Nicholas Davis and captain Edmund Goodwin—Major Thomas Starke commander.
Ibid.
We are authorised to state, that in consequence of information received that the British squadron had departed from Hampton Roads, and had taken a station off our Capes, the executive have suspended the march to Hampton of the 500 militia, ordered out from general White's brigade.
We are moreover authorised to state that, in consequence of the above information, and of positive assurances from general Mathews, that the militia already called into service from his brigade, aided by the Cavalry from Richmond and Petersburg, will be amply sufficient to repel any attack that can be made by any force that can be spared from the British squadron...
gether with the troops stationed at Hampton, will occasionally be relieved at short periods by other detachments of militia. Ibid.
This morning the General issued orders countermanding the return of the Richmond and Petersburg Infantry.—Ed. Ld.
FROM THE ENQUIRER. COMMUNICATION.
COMMODORE TRUXTON.
The very honourable part which has been acted by this distinguished veteran, in relation to the affairs of Col. Burr; the flattering manner in which he was acquitted of all the censure, by the grand jury...
It is true, that commodore Truxton is denominated a federalist, but he is neither a political sectarian, nor a factious partizan; he has uniformly been an open, candid and honest patriot, thinking with independence, and speaking with freedom and candour.
Commodore Truxton has been out of employment for some time, and this perhaps will occasion some difficulty among the present commanders. Let this be answered by the examples of France.
England too affords examples: the celebrated and immortal general Wolf, and admiral Nelson, were preferred to their seniors in age and rank, and these heroes have given a lustre to the British name, which will live to all eternity.
This small tribute to merit, has been written, much more with a view to promote the publick weal than to pay a tribute to the merits of our distinguished and meritorious countryman.
A VIRGINIAN.
The subject which now agitates the publick mind, is of too serious a nature to be trifled with by mere newspaper declaration. The blustering of a few vapid paragraphs, which, like the ravings of a drab, are spent in their own vehemence, do not accord with our ideas of treating the subject.
We have been told, that while Mr. king was resident in London, he received from our government, instructions, to inforce this principle, "that our flag, must in ALL CASES WHATEVER protect its Seamen"—that in discussing the principle, with the British ministers, abundant proof was shewn, how injuriously such a principle would operate against themselves...

they offered fairly. If Mr. Jefferson, therefore, has refused this principle of dividing the right claimed, and of thus accommodating the differences; and the unhappy affair which has taken place in the Chesapeake, should turn out to be the result of his non-acceptance of the same, we are then compelled to this conclusion, that he is forcing us into a war with Great Britain by the demand of a right, on which the people of this country are not sensibly interested; and which many cool, reflecting and judicious Americans, consider as unjust and over-bearing.
It is to be hoped that the people, while pledging their support to the administration in whatever measures they may adopt at this moment, will have the prudence and foresight to demand a disclosure of the official correspondence which has taken place between America and Great Britain, relative to the long contemplated Treaty between the two governments; as also the entire correspondence and proceedings relative to the deserters claimed by the Leopard . This is essential to a right understanding of the subject; and will impair, in no wise, the popular feeling; for if the government have erred in a point of expediency; if they have demanded from Great Britain the acknowledgment of principles, which shewed rather an arbitrary temper on our part, and which their safety rendered inadmissible; still the right to seek them is as well grounded as any right which England claims of us; and before resorting to such desperate means as they have done in the attack of the Chesapeake frigate, a further attempt should have been made at accommodation. If on the contrary, their proceeding shall appear to have been dictated by a spirit of amity, and prosecuted in with wisdom and integrity, there will not be heard in our whole country, one voice, in opposition to the most decided measures which government shall pursue in obtaining the most ample and complete justice.
PHILADELPHIA, July 10. In our Gazette of this day, we have inserted every article received by the southern mail, which bears any relation to the momentous concern which now occupies and agitates the publick mind. Nothing later from Norfolk, than the 4th inst. is received. At that time, viewing all the accounts, and allowing for much exaggeration and inconsistency, the British squadron continued to menace the publick peace, and violate the national independence. The citizens of Norfolk, meet occurrences as they rise, with a spirit of great firmness and unabated zeal. In their laudable exertions they are accompanied by the sympathy, the prayers and the regard of the whole nation.
Capt. Henry W. Bool, lately arrived at N. York from the Havanna, has communicated to the editor of the Mercantile Advertiser, the following information, given him at that place by James Drisdell, concerning three Americans now in slavery among the Spaniards.
Mr. Drisdell was, at the commencement of the present war, an officer on board the British ship of war Castor and Pollex , then engaged on a voyage of discovery along the north-west coast of America. This vessel was captured by the Spaniards, and the crew made prisoners. Capt. H. W. Bool saw Mr. D. on his passage from Vera Cruz to Cadiz, to be exchanged; the vessel on board of which he was having put into Havanna about the 27th of May, 1807.
On Mr. D's journey from the interior of Mexico to Vera Cruz, he talked with three persons, then in chains and doing servile labour on the publick road, and called themselves American citizens. Their names were John Van Dyke, James Baker and Alexander Henry. They were then stationed along the high-way leading from Xalapa to Vera Cruz, in the district of Rinconada. They said they had been wrecked on the coast of Andalusia, not far from Cadiz, in 1804, in an American brig. While on their way to the American consul at Cadiz, they were arrested and confined in the castle of St. Catharine—after having been there three days without being able to communicate with him, they were forcibly embarked on board a Spanish vessel and sent to Pensacola. At this place they were compelled to enlist as soldiers—they made two attempts to escape and were both times re-taken. Afterwards they were doomed to slavery in the manner and at the place above recited.
Capt. W. Bool feels interested in giving this information to the friends of these unfortunate men, through the medium of the newspapers—and he doubts not that the editors of Gazettes, particularly in the sea-ports, will indulge him so far as to give this notice a place in their columns.
The compound of folly and insolence, exhibited in the letter of commodore Douglass in the mayor of Norfolk, is a more severe stricture on the British government, that can entrust its most interesting concerns to such management, than any expression of reproach that we could utter.
That the intemperance of this inflated idiot should induce war is highly probable, since neither the spirit of the American people can brook, nor the forbearance of their government longer submit to such indignity and outrage.
Unhappy Britain! whose fate is placed in the disposal of men, whose conceptions of right and wrong would degrade insanity, and whose destitution of decorum is the opprobrium of civilized life.
A comparison of this correspondence furnishes a contrast of understanding and sentiment, highly honourable to the American character.
The following paragraph of Mr. Douglass's letter, may hereafter confront him in court of justice:
"Respecting the circumstance of the deserters, lately apprehended from the United States frigate Chesapeake , in my opinion, must be decided between the two governments alone."
Pub. Register.
Boston, July 9. ATTENTION!!! At a meeting of a number of citizens of this town, last evening, it was agreed to recommend to the friends of the rights and liberties of our country, and the enemies of the late British outrage, in this and the neighbouring town, to assemble to-morrow, at 3 o'clock P. M. at the new state-house, to take the sense of the citizens on the great and important measures contained in the proclamation of the president of the United States, and to rec-
probat the spirit and resolutions of the late acts of the southern states.
Retarded by the late acts of the British government, the United States, with all her resources, (French, Spanish and American) could not possibly have been in a condition to have resisted, which on the 12th inst. captured the port of St. El. Domingo, of one gun, fitted out at St. Augustine. They may all be being fitted for commission in the United States.
From the (Boston) Independent Chronicle.
Messrs. Adams & Rhoades, The independent elections of a free state should well appreciate the benefits of peace, as it secures to them a quiet fire-side, and renders their wives and children safe from those dangers that are inseparably connected with a state of warfare. He that would rashly involve his country in any war, when peace might be maintained on honourable terms, by proper exertions, must be either a weak politician or a bad man. It is an easy thing to plunge ourselves into a disastrous conflict, but it may require a long time to repair the injuries we may sustain by it.
The American people have not yet liquidated that debt which was incurred by the revolutionary war. We still pay the interest of a large proportion of it, and it will be many years before the citizens will be totally relieved from its requisitions.
Peace seems essentially connected with the happiness of our country, and we ardently hope that no overbearing conduct of any foreign nation will compel us to relinquish it. The United States pacifically disposed, was and ever is willing to "drain the cup of reconciliation to the dregs," before they proceed to those extremities which the imperious necessity of the times may demand. Although they may have the character in foreign countries of a quiet and industrious people, it is in our natures not to submit to wanton injuries, nor tamely to bear the insults of tyrannical violence.
Should the exigencies of the times call forth the exertions of the country, the people will contribute willingly to support the dignity of our nation, when no door is left open for accommodation. When hostilities become unavoidable, the spirit of the American people will be found equal to the crisis, nor will they ever hesitate in supporting those measures that a wise and determined administration may think necessary for the publick welfare.
There are some politicians among us who seem never to calculate for the happiness of the great mass of the community. Perhaps they may view them merely as a subordinate race of beings, fit only to be the bevers of wood and drawers of water. Such politicians, though they may imbibe their sentiments even from a British school, would be very unfit to direct in a government that knows no distinctions among men, but constantly has in view the interests of the poor as well as the rich. The government of the United States will never sacrifice the honour of the nation to preserve the interests of any distinct class of men in society; they look with an attentive care to the welfare of the whole. If commerce is to be injured by any steps government may take to protect the national character and interest, the merchants must bear their privations like men, whose patriotism is superior to sinister considerations. It will be unbecoming them to cast reflections upon an administration that has continually tried to promote their interests by keeping the country at peace, especially when they, perhaps, are the cause of any approaching misfortune their country may encounter. It must be obvious, that the trade this country has carried on for this number of years past, must have been a source of complaint among the British people; for by the assistance of the Americans, the enemies of Great Britain have been supplied with every sort of foreign production they ever enjoyed in time of peace. Thus the British navy, that might have cut off all supplies from their enemies of every kind and sort, has become in that respect completely useless, by the neutrality of the American flag. The British have completely paralyzed the commerce of their enemies; their flags are seldom, if ever, seen upon the ocean; but all their wants have been supplied by the indefatigable and enterprising merchants of the United States, in so provident a manner, that every article of colonial produce has been as plenty in France as in times of the most profound peace. Great Britain has long been striving to subdue the increasing greatness of her natural rival, but all her attempts seem to be ineffectual. Her naval expeditions achieve nothing to any purpose, while all her attempts upon the continent serve only to increase her debt, and to reduce her allies to the subjugation of France. Her hope is almost forlorn; she looks round and round, and perceives no way perhaps of retrieving her misfortunes, but by striking at the commerce of this country, and by that measure depriving her enemies of all colonial supplies.
If this be the motive which has induced the late outrage, it is to be presumed that those men who have made it, by a trade which may involve the country in a war, will cease to revile the government of their country, under whose directions their property and respectability have increased. That the British government would authorise such a wanton violation of justice as has recently taken place, merely on account of four sailors, alleged to be deserters or mutineers, cannot be reasonably supposed; for had we, sailing in our service, four men, mutineers and fugitives from British justice, we are bound by treaty to deliver them up, upon proper representation being made to our government. We have delivered up to them one Robbins, on a former occasion, as a fugitive from justice, accused of mutiny on board one of their ships of war, and who declared himself to be an American citizen. From this circumstance, they ought to have respected our publick ship, and not, contrary to the rules of all humanity and good faith, to have sought redress in resorting to the most inhuman alternative.
It is to be hoped that the British government will disclaim having authorised the late occurrence, and will make proper atonement for the injury done to the injured state. In such an event, the indignation of Americans would subside, and they would willingly preserve on equitable terms the good understanding between the two countries. But should they decline an adjustment upon suitable conditions, our government will pursue every measure for publick safety and defence, that circumstances demand. We shall then learn that the councils of the British are not always governed by the strict rules of justice, nor
extending up to have been the cause of the late occurrence. The late occurrence, it is to be presumed, was the result of the late acts of the British government, which, by the capture of the port of St. El. Domingo, of one gun, fitted out at St. Augustine, may all be being fitted for commission in the United States. The late occurrence, it is to be presumed, was the result of the late acts of the British government, which, by the capture of the port of St. El. Domingo, of one gun, fitted out at St. Augustine, may all be being fitted for commission in the United States. The late occurrence, it is to be presumed, was the result of the late acts of the British government, which, by the capture of the port of St. El. Domingo, of one gun, fitted out at St. Augustine, may all be being fitted for commission in the United States.
It may be the English have been induced to this outrage by reading the incessant slanders which their friends have heaped upon the government; and if this be the case, as there is some reason to believe it is, let these fabricators of misrepresentations be silent for shame; if there be any remnant of that ingredient still left in their composition. The late occurrence may operate as a useful lesson to the advocates of England, as it is but a slight indication of what we might have expected, had not the claws of the British lion been much impaired by his late struggle for the dominion of the seas. Had the French been subdued by the British, we should have experienced perhaps greater wrongs and indignity than have lately taken place, were it possible to exceed them; and we might in that case have found the partisans of the British government, like the Tories of old, aiding and abetting every violation of our rights, and at the same time telling us we deserved for rebelling against our natural parent. I am far from wishing to excite a prejudice unfavourable to the English, for I believe it may be a happy circumstance for this country to remain upon a good understanding with that power; but they may carry their enormities so far beyond the bounds of patience, that a brave, but peaceable people will no longer submit to a repetition of insults and abuses. In any event, there cannot be a doubt but that the administration will pursue that policy best calculated to preserve our interests and character, and that the people will support the measures of government "with their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honour."
MARCELLUS.
NEW-YORK, July 11. LATEST FROM EUROPE. Capt. Lanfair, who arrived this morning in 42 days from London, has furnished us with papers to the 25th May inclusive, one day later than before received. From these papers it appears that no event of importance had occurred. The following are the only articles worth extracting.
LONDON, May 25. For these two days reports have prevailed, that a bloody battle took place on the 7th, between the two armies, which, according to some accounts, was decisive, both parties losing 30,000 men; and according to others, was unfavourable to the French. We do not give much credit to the intelligence. The Albion Mercury of the 18th, contains no such intelligence, nor any allusion to a battle. Vessels from Holland, however, are said to have brought the report, but we do not remember a single instance, among hundreds, in which these reports have been confirmed. It is not very improbable that a battle may have been fought, but there is no authority for the fact. The firing on the coast of France, mentioned in confirmation of the report of a battle, is ascertained to have been owing to the Clyde frigate having got near the batteries.
Dantzic has not yet surrendered, and the most recent accounts state, that it has suffered little from the bombardment. The French suffered immense loss in the attempt to storm it, in which they were repulsed.
We have received Dutch journals to the 21st, and Paris papers to the 19th. The former mention no event of importance, and the latter do not contain any new bulletin of military operations in Poland. Our private letters, however, notice the arrival of an extraordinary messenger at the Hague, on the 20th, with dispatches from the grand army. They were immediately sent off to king Louis, who had a short time before set out for Brussels. It was reported that the dispatches communicated the details of a general battle, but the substance of them was not allowed to transpire. A report of a general battle was also in circulation in town on Saturday. It was said to have commenced on the 6th, and to have lasted three days, without any decisive result. The scene of action has not been stated, nor do we believe there was any foundation for the report, but the probability of such an event.
MADRID, May 1. The troops will pass the frontiers about the end of this month, to the number of 27,000 men, part by Catalonia, and part by Biscay. The 5,000 men for Etruria have commenced their march for Strasbourg, where they will join the forces coming from Spain. The united army will go to Mentz, and thence, it is said, to occupy Hanover, in order that the Spaniards may have a compensation to offer to the English.
The capture of Monte Video has not caused much sensation, owing to the hope generally entertained that that important place will be retaken, like Buenos Ayres. The publick funds have not been affected by the news.
It appears that there is some dissatisfaction with Portugal, who has assisted the English too much. Our Gazette complains of the conduct of the governor of the Brazils. Nevertheless, it is thought that a marriage between the prince of Austria and an infant of Portugal, is in agitation.
GOVERNMENT, April 19. The Russians have succeeded in taking the island of Tenedos by storm; we received this intelligence on the 4th. The Captain Pacha has joined the English fleet, with 10 sail of the line, and a large number of troops, to reinforce the British fleet.
On the day we last had the pleasure of writing, it was the general report that the Russians had taken the island of Tenedos by storm, and that the Captain Pacha had joined the English fleet, with 10 sail of the line, and a large number of troops, to reinforce the British fleet. The latter remains upon the Danube.
The Russians have long talked of invading the Crimea, which is highly necessary for them, to secure their communications with the Danube. They have been in the Crimea for a few days, probably, they will have the satisfaction of finding they have lost their time, upon the fall of Dantzic and the force now before it, to the grand army. Thus the situation of the French is highly advantageous to them; on the other hand, we cannot account for the irritation of the Russians. Gen. Benningsen has been at his head-quarters at Bartenstein, for the space of a week. His troops form a line from Konigsberg through Heilsberg, Passenheim and Ortelsburg. Upon the whole, the Russians seem as if they wished to act upon the defensive, which is intended to the emperor's arrival, previous to which they did not think proper to undertake any thing of importance.
Gazette Marine Memoranda.
Sch't. Catherine Shepherd, Webb, 15 days from Ancon, rum. H. Alhand. Left, July 1, sch't. Angelica and Susan, Overstreet, to sail for Norfolk in 5 days; brig. Eliza Ann, Webb, from Norfolk, and brig. Freelow, Hughes, of Philadelphia, discharging; sch'ts. Rose, Pinkham, from Newbern, N. C. and Speri Baker, Leach, of New-York, discharging. Remittance, Tread, of do. and Amanda, Davidson, from Milford, do. Sch't. Kitty Weeks, from N. Carolina, sailed for Montserrat; the sch't. Betsy Cox, Betney, of Newbern, sailed for St. Kitts; sch't. Betsy, Fagan, of Plymouth, N. C. sailed for N. Carolina the 8th July.
American vessels detained. Brig. Atlantic, Ring, of Boston, from Guadeloupe, waiting trial; brig. Calista, Stevenson, sent into Nevis, waiting trial at Antigua; brig. Neutrality, Holmes, of New Haven, sent into St. Kitts, waiting trial; brig. Hollon, Pendleton, of Newbern, N. C. from Guadeloupe to Philadelphia, waiting trial at do. July 1, the ship Thomas Wilson, Gardner, from Baltimore to Leghorn, sent in for adjudication, released, and sailed next day.
On Wednesday next, the 22d instant, at 11 o'clock, will be sold before the New-Market, without reserve. 30 hogsheads SUGAR, 10 do. Molasses, 12 pipes London particular Madeira Wine. For all sums over 200 dollars noted at 60 days, with approved endorser, under 200 dollars each.
5. Marks, Jun. July 20. For Kingston, (Jam.) The Schooner WEL. OME RETURN, Richard Hunt, master, will take 200 barrels on freight, if immediate application is made. For passage, have good accommodations, apply to the master on board at Maxwell's wharf, or Proby, Hartmanson, & Co. July 20.
The Subscriber has for Sale, 400 barrels superfine FLOUR, 2500 bushels Corn, and 150 barrels Pork, good quality. Just received, 50 boxes fresh Lisbon LEMONS. GEORGE WILSON, No. 9, Market's wharf. July 20.
2000 bushels CORN, for Sale low for Cash. Apply to William Cannmack. July 20.
The Stockholders in the Norfolk Drawbridge Company, are requested to call on the Treasurer for their Certificate of Stock. July 20.
Wanted Immediately, A WET NURSE, a healthy woman with a fresh breast of milk; liberal wages will be given. Enquire at the office of the Publick Ledger. July 20.
For Sale by the Subscribers, 3000 bushels Northern CORN, 10 pipes fourth press Brandy, 40 pipes old Antigua Rum, 10 do. old Antigua Rum, 10 pipes London particular Madeira Wine, 10 pipes London particular Calcutta Wine, 100 hogsheads prime Molasses, 200 barrels prime Pork. Liverpool stored ships have in stock: Cotton and Wool Cards, assorted in small lots, and Safflower Flour; Pine Boards, &c. Apply to Donaldson, Thompson, & Co. June 19.
SPRING GOODS. COCKE AND SANFORD Have received for this Spring, from London, an assortment of SPRING GOODS, Consisting of Muslins, plain and figured, Cambricks, Dimities, Calicoes, Ginghams, Chambrays, Drills, Long Lawns, 3-4 and 5-8 Muslins, Organdy, Tuckermans, Doyles, Osbourn, Seers, and all other Cotton and Silk Hosiery, Gloves, Best superfine Cloths and Cambricks, Handkerchiefs, Cambricks, Crapes, Edgings, Ribbons, Millinery, Fashionable Hats, and a new pair Dress Skins. They are in daily expectation of A supply of Cutlery and Saddlery, from Liverpool. May 4.
NOTES OF HAND. According to the act "to establish the Department of the Office of the District and County of the Bank of the United States, for sale at this place." NOTES OF THE VIRGINIA BANK. Sheets, Bills of Lading, and of Merchants' private accounts, and all other Notes and Bills of the Virginia Bank.

NOTICE. The undersigned, Robertson , of the county of James , State of Virginia , do hereby certify that...
NOTICE. The assignee of the estate of Gilbert ...
NOTICE. At a Quarterly Court constituted and held for King and Queen County , at the Court-House, on Wednesday the 18th of May, 1807...
NOTICE. The parties named in the above order, as plaintiffs and defendants, are hereby notified, that I have appointed Monday the 28th day of August for acting upon the said order...
NOTICE. In a certain suit in equity, instituted in the Superior Court of law and equity, for the district of Edenton , by Wills Cowper against the President and Directors of the Dismal Swamp Canal Company ...
NOTICE. The President and Directors of the Dismal Swamp Canal Co. vs. Wills Cowper , et al. March Term, 1807. In this cause it is ordered, that the rule against the defendant be made absolute...
Spring and Summer GOODS. The subscribers have received by the ship Hunter , from London , their supply of Fancy and fashionable GOODS ...
6 hogsheads of Rye WHISKEY. Just received from Philadelphia , 6 hogsheads of Rye WHISKEY ...
My WHARE and WAREHOUSES. As passed by Mr. John Moore , and taken in the Lebanon Yard , and will be let for a good term.
That convenient Lot of LAND. Situated on Little Water Street . For terms apply to James Tucker .
40,000 wt. prime green Porto Rico COFFEE. A parcel of choice COFFEE . For Sale by Moses Myers .
A handsome well finished GIG, A likely young HORSE. Enquire of the owner. June 29.
3000 bushels Northern CORN. of superior quality, for Sale by William Dickson .
200 boxes Mould CANDLES. 30 half boxes brown Soap, 10 boxes white do. 60 bags Coffee, 8 tiers do. prime green, 4 hogsheads and 10 barrels leaf Sugar, 12 do. Mucovado do. 10 quarter casks old Sherry Wine, 2 hhs old L.P. Madeira do. 3 hhs. Red Port, 50 do. small Molasses, 15 crates well assorted Queen's Ware, Country Rum and Gin in hds and pipes—For Sale by Phinehas Dana .
THE SUBSCRIBER Being authorised by the Portuguese Consul General, to furnish the necessary certificates for property, and countersign Bills of Health for vessels going to Portugal or Madeira, advises those whom it may concern, that he will grant such on application at his office, No. 21, Main-street. Robert Dickson .
NOTICE. The subscribers having obtained administration on the estate of TASSE O'CONNOR , request those indebted to make payment, and those having claims to render the same immediately. Thos. H. Parker, Fred. Heerman & Son, Admrs.
230 Barrels of PORK. Apply to Richard & John Taylor .
At the Old CUT-NAIL Manufactory, corner of Main and Church-streets, the subscriber keeps on hand constant supply, and can furnish at short notice, any quantity of Nails, Flooring Brads and Sprigs , At the following reduced prices, by the Keg—for each only, viz.—
HOOP IRON ASSORTED. 400 barrels Tar, 20,000 pipe Staves, 50,000 White Oak Hogshead do. 50,000 Red do. do. 100 Barrels Flour—For Sale by L. Mansfield .
FOR SALE. 50,000 white oak hogshead draw Staves, 50,000 red do. 50,000 rough do. 50,000 Cypress Pales, 2,000 Cedar and Chinquepin Posts, 50,000 building Shingles. Proby, Harmsan & Co.
200 barrels superfine FLOUR. 100 do. Navy Bread, 50 kegs of Crackers, 450 do. Kiln dried Indian Meal, 50 do. Northern Beef, 10 do. Pork, 10 hogsheads Molasses, and a few boxes Soap. James M'Clanahan .
NOTICE. The partnership of B. Nottingham, & Co. is this day dissolved by mutual consent; all those who have demands against the said firm are requested to exhibit them, and all those indebted to said concern are requested to make payment to B. Nottingham , who is fully authorized to settle the same. B. Nottingham, & Co.
Strong, Table, and Ship BEER, by the Hogshead, barrel, and half barrel—and a constant supply of bottled PORTER in packages and by the dozen. Joseph Hayes .
Wines, Liquors, and Groceries, Wholesale and retail. Joseph Hayes .
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.
RICHARD JEFFERY, & Co. DRUGS, MEDICINES, &c. Old Glass, which are used for Sale, are of the best quality...
THE SUBSCRIBER Has lately received per the ship Dumfries , from Liverpool , and just opened for sale in the Cordage and Leather Store of Messrs. Wm. Plume, & Co. A general assortment of SHIP CHANDLERY , Among which are the following articles of superior quality, viz.—
British CANVAS, from No. 1 to 8, Paints in kegs and pots, ground in oil, Powdered Venetian Red, Putty in bladders, refined Salt Petre, Green Copperas, Spikes, Nails, &c. of all sizes, Stock, Pad, and Steward's Draw Locks, Charts, Compasses, Quadrants, and Spy Glasses, Seamen's Journals, Paper, Ink, Powders, Quills, &c. Sheathing Paper, Velvet Corks, Cork Wood, Shot in bags, Pig and Sheet Lead, Copper Scales and Weights, Tea and Camp Kettles, Spades and Shovels, Butchers Cleavers, &c. Mill, Whip, X Cut, Hand, Pannel, and Mitre Saws, Carpenters Tools of every description.—All of which will be disposed of on moderate terms for cash or approved paper. J. Meran .
FOR RENT, The Store and Dwelling-House, on Market-Square, at present occupied by Messrs. Quemper & Doon . Apply to William B. Lamb .
WANTED, A few Shares Virginia Bank Stock . April 13.
FOR RENT, (And immediate possession given) That commodious Fire-Proof WARE-HOUSE, on the North side of Wide Water-street , a few doors West of Commerce-street , at present in the occupancy of Mr. R. Gibson . David Patterson .
WANTED, A few Shares of STOCK in the Virginia Bank . Campbell & Wheeler .
A WORK That ought to be in the possession of every MAN. THE LIFE OF GENERAL WASHINGTON , Complete in 5 volumes 8vo. with an elegant PORTRAIT, and a variety of MAPS, is now ready for subscribers, and a few copies for Sale by JAMES TUCKER .
NOTICE. The following remarks from a late London publication, attest the high opinion entertained of this authentic and interesting work. "The public will learn with interest that the literary monument which has long been projected to the memory of the most illustrious character of modern times, is at length completed. No apology can be requisite for erecting such a monument to him, who was the first in war, the first in peace, and the first in the hearts of his fellow citizens: to him who was the founder of a great and prosperous empire, and whose moderation and pure patriotism challenge the imitation of all statesmen. This performance of Judge Marshall has already been distinguished by the most honorable & unequivocal testimonies; it has been hailed as an acquisition to standard literature; and it has been considered as deserving, in point of execution, a place by the side of Robertson's Charles the Fifth , and as unrivaled in the authenticity of its materials, by any work in the entire compass of history and biography." April 1.
Phoenix Fire-Office. The Subscriber, Agent to the PHOENIX ASSURANCE COMPANY , of London , for the State of Virginia , begs leave to inform the public, that he is now fully empowered to subscribe Policies of Insurance for property against Fire throughout the United States of America, in conformity to the Prospectus herewith subjoined. Richard Taylor .
NOTICE. The Street Commissioners will allow all Craft from the adjacent shores of the bay, One Dollar per ton for every ton of wood or stone, which may be landed at any wharf in the city, and the same to be paid by the person who lands the same.
At Private Sale. BY S. MARKS, JUN. No. 31, Water-street, corner of Commerce-street, 30 hogsheads Sugar, 40 do. Molasses, 10 do. Rum, 2 do. Shrum, 5 pipes Cognac Brandy, 10 do. Port Wine, 100 hogs Green Coffee, 200 boxes Mould Candles, Tea, manufactured Tobacco, and Lard. July 12.
ICE. The lovers of ICE can be furnished with that article at the most moderate price, by applying at the cellar under Mr. Augier's , corner of Main and Market-Street. June 22.
For Sale by the Subscriber, 98 tiers and 57 half tiers RICE , afloat, on board the Sloop Patty and Lydia , at Southgate & Dickson's wharf , which will be sold on a credit, or bartered for Indian Corn. William Dickson .
For Rent or Lease, The HOUSE now in the occupancy of Messrs. Caton and Veale , fronting the Market; it contains an excellent Cellar, a Dry Good Store, and two Rooms below stairs, and three above; a Kitchen may be had with the house. Apply to Messrs. Caton & Veale , or to Robert Taylor .
SAMUEL COLEMAN, Opposite the Market westward, has a very extensive assortment of ENGLISH KID SHOES , in all the variety of that article, of the latest (legal) importation, with the necessary embellishments. An extensive assortment of Boston SHOES of a great variety of kinds. Also, a good assortment of New-York SHOES , of which kind particularly, he is enabled to sell the best Shoes in town—since no other person here, that he knows of, is largely supplied from that place; the superiority of the workmanship of New-York is well known to many people, and will be known by all who try it. A considerable assortment of British, New-York, Philadelphia, and Boston BOOTS —and is in expectation of a large quantity of Shoes and Boots of all descriptions from New-York , which will be sold at the prices of that place, wholesale and retail. He has just received,
New-York SHOES and BOOTS, and an assortment of Mr. Vernon's elegant Baltimore Boots at least equal, it is believed, to any made on this continent. Being anxious to sell off his Boston Shoes and Boots , he will take in retail for Men's finest Shoes 10s. 6d. and in the same proportion for others— Suzawarr Boots at 6 dollars —He will also reduce the price of English Kid Shoes with heels, to 10s. 6d. ; without heels to 9s. He has for Sale, a considerable quantity of
India COTTONS, very low for Cash. May 27.
For Sale by the Subscriber, 70 crates EARTHENWARE , 12 crates Glassware, 30 groce Bottles, 100 boxes 8 by 10, 42 do. 10 by 12 Window Glass, 90 pieces twilled Sacking, 5 boxes Pipes, 6 hogsheads Philadelphia Loaf Sugar, 6 pipes Cognac Brandy, 1 pipe Madeira Wine, 9 do. Sicily Wine, 12 hogsheads Whiskey, 8000 bushels coarse Liverpool Salt, 5000 do. fine do. 100 sacks fine do. do. 50 hogsheads Richmond, 100 do. Petersburg Tobacco, 15 bales Cotton, 3780 bushels Corn. Alexander Maclure .
For RENT, (until September next,) That commodious brick Dwelling-House, lately occupied by the subscriber, situated on Catharine-street , opposite to Mr. Richard Beggall's , and next door to Mr. Thomas Gatewood's , well calculated for a family.—For terms apply to Richard Bowden .
Leather, Cordage, and Loaf Sugar. The subscriber will hereafter expose for Sale at his Warehouse on Campbell's wharf the above Articles, of the manufacture of Norfolk , at reduced prices for Cash, or on short credits only. Theo. Armistead .
300 dozen empty BOTTLES, will be sold low if applied for immediately. John C. Niemeyer .
An invoice of fine Linen GAUZE, for Musquito Curtains. May 27.
Fresh supplies of Drugs & Medicines, Have just been received by FREDERICK HEERMAN, & SON , Per the Ship Protector , from London , and Herald from Liverpool —Also, an assortment of SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS . A great variety of GENUINE PATENT MEDICINES . All sorts of GLASS AND SHOP FURNITURE , And a prime collection of VALUABLE PERFUMES , including OTTER of ROSES from Barbary . Importing regularly twice a year from the most respectable Druggists in Europe , we assure those who favour us with their orders, that the strictest attention will be paid to furnish them with articles of the best quality, and on the most reasonable terms. PERRY'S and LETTSON'S Golden Antibilious PILLS; CHURCHE'S and J. K. READ'S COUGH DROPS or Sale—MEDICINE CHESTS as usual.
Landing this day from on board the British Schooner Friendly Intention, capt. Swan, 130,000 wt. prime Green COFFEE , 11,000 do. Cocoa —We will dispose of it on liberal terms. C. & F. Whittle .
In Store, Antigua Sugars, Jamaica Rum, Madeira Wine, new fit to use, Burgundy Hermitage , and Cleret in cases of 2 dozen each, Jamaica Coffee —Apply as above. We want a small VESSEL of 300 barrels, to run out to Bermuda.
NORFOLK: PUBLISHED THREE TIMES A-WEEK, BY WILLIAM DAVIS , FOR THE PROPRIETOR, OPPOSITE THE EXCHANGE COFFEE HOUSE. One Dollar yearly, in advance.